Africa-Press – Namibia. WBO global super bantamweight champion Philipus ‘Energy’ Nghitumbwa will put his title on the line against Tanzanian challenger Tony Rashid in the main bout, with Erick Tshimanga from the Democratic Republic of Congo challenging WBO Africa super middleweight champion Paulus ‘John John’ Ndjolonimus.
The third continental title bout pits WBO Africa welterweight champion Charles Shinima against South African Mziwoxolo Ndwayana. Speaking at a media briefing in the capital recently, MTC Sunshine promoter Nestor Tobias said the event is important for the trio’s world rankings in their quest to get shots at the world titles.
He said for the boxers to get better, they need better fights with quality opponents to improve their rankings. “We are producing champions, and we will continue to produce champions. We have champions and the purpose is to develop boxing from the grassroots, national, regional, and Africa, and now we are at the world stage,” Tobias said.
The undercard contests will be announced next month. “You do not just fight, you must win to improve on the ranking.” Speaking to Desert Radio 95.3 FM recently, Ndjolonimus said he would be 100% ready to successfully defend his Africa title.
Helao Nafidi mayor Darius Halukeni says the town appreciates being in the spotlight due to hosting an event of this magnitude. He urges the business community in the Ohangwena region to get involved in the event.
“We have in the past successfully hosted various sporting events. I have watched these boxers’ previous fights, and they were very impressive in their skills,” he says.
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