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Africa-Press – Mauritius. <\/strong><\/span>In Goma, grief is mingled with anger as the community mourns the tragic death of Kibomango, a former boxing champion and one of the 3,000 victims claimed by the M23 rebels. The memory of his untimely passing remains fresh, leaving behind a heartbroken community.<\/p>\n

\u201cThere were several gunshots, and he was hit by a stray bullet that killed him. At the same time, I got a call saying my brother was dead. Despite the gunfire, I had to leave my house to understand the reason for his death, but we never learned, given the gravity of the situation,\u201d said Mashara Espoir, Kibomango\u2019s brother.<\/p>\n

Balezi Jean de Dieu, known as Kibomango, was tragically taken from the world too soon. A former child soldier who became a boxing champion, Kibomango had devoted his life to helping Goma\u2019s youth break free from the cycle of violence.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur brother, the champion, is gone. Now, we don\u2019t know how we\u2019ll find another champion like him. It will take us a long time to rebuild the club and find someone to follow in his footsteps,\u201d said Tubasele Makambo.<\/p>\n

Kibomango was a beacon of hope for many children in Goma, having witnessed the horrors of war firsthand. But instead of succumbing to violence, he chose to fight for a better future, using his skills and influence to inspire change.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe ask the leaders to end this war. We are suffering too much; many are left orphaned, and many others are widowed. It\u2019s very serious, and it hurts us deeply,\u201d said Marcellin Lufugula.<\/p>\n

In 2008, Kibomango became the boxing champion of the DRC, a title that marked the beginning of his commitment to youth empowerment. He founded the “Club de l’Amitie\u0301,” a boxing academy that became a sanctuary for street children. His legacy as a champion of peace and hope will live on in the hearts of Goma\u2019s children.<\/p>\n

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