Africa-Press – Eswatini. Maxwell Ngwenya, a former boxer and dedicated coach at Zebra Boxing Club for the past 15 years, has shared insightful perspectives on the current state of boxing in Eswatini. Ngwenya expressed deep gratitude to the Manzini City Council for granting the club access to the Zakhele Community Hall as their training facility, a move he says has been pivotal in nurturing young talent.
“The support from the Manzini City Council has been instrumental,” Ngwenya said. “Having a proper training venue allows us to focus on grooming the youth to become professional boxers of the future.” The Zebra Boxing Club is committed to inclusivity, welcoming everyone interested in the sport, regardless of background.
Ngwenya emphasized the importance of introducing the girl child into boxing, a strategy that has already yielded remarkable results. “We have embraced female boxers with open arms, and this inclusivity has paid off,” he remarked. Among their proudest achievements is Veliswa Makhanya, a female boxer who has earned podium finishes and proudly flown the Eswatini flag high across the continent.
Despite these successes, Ngwenya acknowledged that challenges remain. He expressed appreciation for the support from the Eswatini Recreational Sport and Council and the Eswatini Boxing Association, but stressed that more is needed. “There is still a lot to be done to fully develop boxing in our country,” he noted.
A key area Ngwenya highlighted is the need for increased investment from private companies. “Sponsorship and funding from the private sector are crucial,” he explained. “Just as other sports receive backing, boxing too needs financial support to grow, promote the sport, and inspire more young people to take up boxing.”
Ngwenya’s message is clear with continued community support, inclusivity, and private investment, Eswatini’s boxing scene can thrive, producing champions who will shine on both national and international stages.
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