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Kiprotich High Altitude Centre renamed without consultation, report says

From The Independent Uganda · () English

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  • The Kiprotich High Altitude Training Centre in Kapchorwa District was reportedly renamed the Teryet High Altitude Training Centre.
  • The decision allegedly took place without the consent of Ugandaโ€™s Ministry of Sports or the National Council of Sports, and without consultation with an Olympic gold medallist.

Controversy has erupted in Kapchorwa District over the reported renaming of the Kiprotich High Altitude Training Centre to the Teryet High Altitude Training Centre.

The decision is alleged to have been taken without the consent of the Ministry of Sports or the National Council of Sports. It also reportedly proceeded without consultation with an Olympic gold medallist.

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Originally published by The Independent Uganda in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.