The 21st edition of the African Boxing Championship took off at the twinned gymnasium of the Martyrs Stadium after a slight delay due to the late arrival of the various delegations in Kinshasa. However, this delay did not dampen the enthusiasm of the 20 nations already present to participate in this prestigious competition.
The Leopard boxers of the Democratic Republic of Congo are preparing hard to defend their colors in the ring. With a total of 25 representatives, including 12 women and 13 men, the Congolese team aims to repeat the remarkable performance achieved during the previous edition in Yaoundé, where they won the title of vice-champions of Africa.
Among the female athletes involved in the competition, names such as Bénédicte Lyoka, Gisèle Nyembo and Merveille Misambu stand out for their determination and promising talent. On the men’s side, boxers such as Tulembekwa, Kakolongo and Mujinga are ready to do battle in the ring and bring honour to their country.
This competition promises to be exciting, offering a high-flying sporting spectacle for boxing fans in Africa and around the world. The Leopard boxers of the DRC are ready to give their all to shine on the continental stage and thrill the public with their courage, audacity and technical mastery.
Thus, the African Boxing Championship represents much more than a simple sporting competition, it is a unifying event that celebrates the spirit of competition, discipline and passion for this noble art. Congolese boxers carry on their shoulders the hope and pride of a nation, and they are committed to flying the colours of the DRC high on the international stage.
In conclusion, may the best win, may boxing be beautiful and may the public enjoy intense and spectacular fights. The African Boxing Championship promises to be a memorable event filled with emotions and remarkable sporting performances. Let the show begin, and let the Leopard boxers roar with victory in the ring!