Kenyan boxers ready to roar at Africa Zone Three event
Hosts not taking chances as competition boxes off at Kasarani. Over 140 boxers and 40 officials from 14 countries will grace the tournament...
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The Africa Zone Three Boxing Championships are set to begin today with host nation Kenya fielding a strong contingent of 35 boxers across two teams, aiming for the overall title. Kenyan captain Elizabeth Andiego has urged her teammates to take every bout seriously in the highly anticipated competition at Kasarani Stadium’s Indoor Arena.
- 14 countries and over 140 boxers are participating in the 10-day event in Nairobi.
- Head coach Musa Benjamin confirmed that fielding two boxers in some weight categories provides valuable exposure for their athletes.
- Kenya will have two IBA Star 3 Referee/Judges, Nelson Otieno and Samuel Obiero, officiating the championship.
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Kenya Competes in Africa Zone Three Boxing and Swimming Championships at Kasarani - October 2025
Kenya is hosting and competing in multiple Africa Zone Three championships. The Africa Zone Three Boxing Championships are set to begin at Kasarani Stadium’s Indoor Arena, with host nation Kenya fielding a strong contingent of 35 boxers. Kenyan boxing captain Elizabeth Andiego has urged her teammates to take every bout seriously. In a separate event, Kenya had a promising start at the Africa Aquatics Zone Three Swimming Championship at Kasarani Aquatic Stadium, securing several gold medals on Day One. On day two of the four-day swimming event, Kenyans continued to aggressively pursue medals. The nation faces strong competition in swimming from Uganda, Tanzania, and Sudan.
