{
  "id": 11166410,
  "title": "Kenya selects 40 boxers for Africa boxing championship",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/01/kenya-selects-40-boxers-for-africa-boxing-championship",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-01T09:56:37.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "KBC",
    "slug": "kbc",
    "url": "https://www.kbc.co.ke/kenya-selects-40-boxers-for-africa-boxing-championship/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Boxing Federation of Kenya (BFK) has chosen 40 boxers for a training camp ahead of the Africa Boxing Championship, scheduled to take place from 12 October to 28 October 2026 in Nairobi. The boxers have commenced intensive training at the Mathare Police Depot, with the aim of earning their places on the final team for the continental event. This group comprises both experienced athletes and promising newcomers, embodying a blend of seasoned expertise and fresh talent. Over 20 nations are anticipated to take part in the championship, rendering it a significant continental boxing competition and a crucial platform for Kenyan boxers to face some of Africa’s top athletes. The championship will be hosted at the Kasarani Indoor Arena in Nairobi, expected to accommodate boxers, officials, coaches, and boxing aficionados from across the continent. The BFK's training camp is set to play a pivotal role in evaluating the boxers and finalizing the squad as Kenya gears up to host the continental championship.",
  "summary": "The championship will be held at the Kasarani Indoor Arena in Nairobi, with the venue expected to host boxers, officials, coaches, and boxing enthusiasts from across the continent. The post Kenya selects 40 boxers for Africa boxing championship appeared first on KBC Digital .",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}