Chepkorir Moraa* (not her real name) displays over 30 medals she has won in different races despite the sexual harassment she has gone through in her career / MUNENE NYAGAHIt’s 4pm on a Monday. The sun is bright in Iten, Elgeyo Marakwet county, yet the air carries a cold breeze. This is the perfect weather for athletes' training. Along the roads and trails, groups of young, upcoming and experienced athletes are running in different directions, each determined to become a winner in their respective races during official competitions.
About 2km from the outskirts of Iten town, we meet Chepkorir Moraa* (not her real name). She is warming up and stretching, preparing for her evening training session in pursuit of improving her performance, building on her growing prowess that has already seen her compete in various races, leaving her among the most decorated and underrated locally.
