Tanzanian boxer Hassan Mwakinyo is set to compete in an international African Championship bout on December 26 in Mwanza.
Speaking to journalists on August 15, 2025, Mwakinyo called on sponsors to support the “Box Boxing Day” event, highlighting its role in thrilling boxing fans both in Tanzania and beyond.
He expressed gratitude to the event promoter for giving him the opportunity to feature among the main fighters.
“Beyond entertaining my fans, I want to inspire and teach others how boxing should be practiced,” Mwakinyo said.
Major Semunyu Peak Time Bakari Khatibu, the event coordinator, said the championship has played a key role in nurturing boxing talent in Tanzania.
He added that preliminary bouts will be held in Mwanza, Kahama, and Kagera to select boxers who will join Mwakinyo in the main event.
“This year, we are taking the event to Mwanza to broaden opportunities for boxing enthusiasts and to give regional champions from the Lake Zone a platform to showcase their skills,” Khatibu said.
He urged business stakeholders in the Lake Zone to support the event, sending a message to East Africa and the world to rally behind Tanzania’s next generation of boxing champions.