Uganda’s Bombers ready to shine in Africa Zone 3 Boxing Championships

Uganda’s esteemed national boxing team, The Bombers, is poised to depart for Nairobi on Tuesday, October 14, to compete in the prestigious Africa Zone 3 Boxing Championships.

The tournament, scheduled from October 15 to 25, 2025, will feature top boxers from 12 countries, including DR Congo, Tanzania, Burundi, Cameroon, Congo Brazzaville, Ethiopia, Somalia, Gabon, Rwanda, Central African Republic, and hosts Kenya.

The championship sanctioned by the African Boxing Confederation and the International Boxing Association, offers a platform for Africa’s rising stars to showcase their skills and gain international exposure.

Uganda’s team, comprising experienced fighters and new talent, aims to reaffirm its regional dominance.

The Squad
The Bombers’ squad includes talented boxers such as Farahat Manirola, Kato Kazibwe Ahmed, Matovu Livingstone, and Murungi Kasim in the men’s category, while Muduwah Brenda, Katushabe Angel, and Nabikolo Fatuma lead the charge in the women’s category.

With the nation’s support behind them, The Bombers are ready to deliver an impressive performance and bring glory to Uganda.

The championship promises to be an exciting celebration of African boxing, with intense rivalries, tactical battles, and opportunities for young boxers to shine.

Full squad

Men:

Kato Kazibwe Ahmed – 48kg

Matovu Livingstone – 52kg

Murungi Kasim – 57kg

Adriko Jimmy – 60kg

Maninora Farahat – 63.5kg

Mukwaya Edward – 67kg

Kanabi Alex – 71kg

Ojok Alfred – 75kg

Aziz Ringo – 92kg

Tabula Emmanuel Tusabe – 92+kg

Ochen Samuel – 54kg

Women:

Muduwah Brenda – 50kg

Katushabe Angel – 52kg

Nabikolo Fatuma – 57kg

Namutebi Erina – 63kg

Nakalema Emily Tina – 66kg