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Kipyegon, governors flag off run to end maternal deaths

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Olympic gold medalist Faith Kipyegon (second left) with Governors Gladys Wanga, Susan Kihika at the End PPH Run in Nairobi. [@TheKOGSociety, X]

The first-ever run aimed at addressing maternal mortality took place in Nairobi, graced by Olympian and 1,500 metres world record holder, Faith Kipyegon.

Then race, dubbed End PPH (Postpartum haemorrhage) Run, sought to highlight maternal mortality in the country, with about 15 women losing their lives to pregnancy related complications every day in Kenya.

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