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June 27, 2026
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Why Leila's rise to the top has not been a walk in the park

Why Leila's rise to the top has not been a walk in the park

She is qualified to officiate at the World Boxing Championships, World Cup and the Olympics...

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Leila Said Iddi has become the first female boxing referee/judge in East Africa to achieve IBA Star 3-Referee status, a significant accomplishment in a male-dominated field.

  • She joins an elite group of five Kenyan IBA Star 3-Referee/Judges since independence.
  • IBA Star 3 status qualifies her to officiate in global championships like the World Boxing Championships and the Olympics.
  • Balancing her career as a mother of four boys, Leila credits her success to her understanding partner and a journey influenced by her children's involvement in sports.

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