The world of African boxing was ignited during the recent African Games in Accra, Ghana, where Congolese boxers showed their talent and determination in the ring.
In the -48 kg category, Livens Tulembekwa shone by winning his quarter-final fight against Konamelo Molatlhegi of Botswana. This victory ensured him a medal, it remains to be seen what color it will be. In the semi-final, he will face Moroccan Essaadi Hamza Kamal Khennoussi to try to win gold.
Another Congolese boxer, Fiston Mbaya Mulumba, stood out in the 63.5kg category by winning his fight resoundingly against Ochiena Aloice Vincent from Kenya by knockout in the first round.
In the women’s category, Bénédicte Diyoka suffered a defeat against Algerian Roumaysa Boualam, while Gisele Nyembo Muamba brilliantly beat Zulfa Rwenda of Tanzania, allowing her to reach the semi-final.
In other categories, Peter Pita Kabeji triumphed over Jonathan Tetteh of Ghana and Anthony Lazare Emmanuel Bweluzeyi eliminated Yousry Rezk Mostafa by knockout. Congolese boxers demonstrated their talent and determination in the ring, highlighting the potential of boxing in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
To find out more about the performances of Congolese boxers at the African Games, do not hesitate to consult the articles published on our blog. Stay tuned to closely follow these heroes of Congolese boxing and their journey to glory in the ring.