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
