Fatshimetrie, October 24, 2024 – The African sports scene is in turmoil as 14 boxers from the Democratic Republic of Congo, including 5 women, prepare to face the final of the 21st African Nations Boxing Championship. This long-awaited event will be held at the Stade des Martyrs gymnasium in Kinshasa, a showcase of the passion and talent of Congolese athletes.
The names of the competitors resonate with an aura of determination and courage. On the women’s side, boxers such as Bénédicte Diyoka, Carine Nkelani, Merveille Bisambi Bawo, Munga Zalia, Sandrine Bokota Onya and Brigitte Mbabi will represent the DRC with pride. Their opponents, from Morocco and Congo Brazzaville, will be able to witness the strength and grace of these warriors in the ring.
As for the male boxers, names like Tulembelwa Zola, Banguine Paulo and Nlandu Imbel Nathan are preparing to do battle with opponents from Cameroon, Mozambique and Namibia. Each fight promises to be intense, each blow will resonate like a cry of determination and hope for victory.
Beyond the competition, a USD 200 incentive bonus has been announced for any gold medal boxer, a well-deserved reward for these athletes who give their body and soul to carry the colors of the DRC high. This initiative of the National Leopard Support Committee is a strong gesture of support and recognition towards these boxing champions.
The official closing of this exceptional championship is scheduled for Saturday, October 26, 2024, at the twin gymnasium of the Martyrs stadium. The invitation is extended to all sports enthusiasts to come and encourage these ambassadors of Congolese boxing, to vibrate to the rhythm of the fights and celebrate the talent and determination of these exceptional athletes.
At a time when sport is a vector of unity and self-improvement, the 21st African Nations Boxing Championship is an ode to the passion, perseverance and greatness of Congolese sport. May these boxers inspire us and remind us that, in the arena as in life, determination and courage are the keys to success.