Stella Chesang

Stella Chesang (born 1 December 1996)[2] is a Ugandan long-distance runner.

Chesang was born on 1 December 1996 in Serere Village, Benet sub-county, Kween District, Uganda to Juliet Cheptoris and Patrick Kusuro.

[6] During her primary school days, Chesang won all athletic races that she competed in.

She was awarded a full academic scholarship during her four-year O-Level studies at Chemwania High School.

[5] Following her winning the gold medal in the 10,000 metres at the 2018 Commonwealth Games, Chesang was promoted from the rank of Special Police Constable (SPC) to the rank of Inspector of Police (IP).