Boxing/African Elite Championships: A successful debut for Leopard Modi Mbonza

The 22nd African Men’s and Women’s Elite Boxing Championships opened on October 22, 2026, at the Stade des Martyrs’ twin gymnasium in Kinshasa. Sports and Leisure Minister Didier Budimbu, representing President Félix Tshisekedi, opened the tournament, which brings together 38 nations and more than 400 boxers. On the first evening, Congolese boxer Modi Mbonza earned a points victory in the third round over Mauritius’ Frontin Ivans in the 54–57 kg category. The bouts continue through the finals on November 1.