Mahommed suffers early exit from Africa championships

Early exit: Mahommed was knocked out in the first round PIC: BNOC
Early exit: Mahommed was knocked out in the first round PIC: BNOC

Otukile Rajab Mahommed has been eliminated from the 2022 Africa Boxing Championships being held in Maputo, Mozambique.

Mahommed lost his opening bout in the 51kg category against Moziane Mohammed-Elamin of Algeria yesterday. Another local boxer, Lere Solomon lost to Bathily Abdoul Karim of Mali in the 60kg category. George Molwantwa won his first bout of the championships against Moustache Romani Roberto Angelo of Seychelles in the 54kg battle.

Hard-hitting Mmusi Tswiigi beat Xayimpi Mandisile Jeffery of South Africa in the heavyweight category (71kg).

Editor's Comment
Makgekgenene played her part

“Ignore the noise, focus on your work”- AnonymousAs the DG of such a controversy-ridden institution, you really played your part in the fight against corruption and economic crime. Your stay at the helm of the DCEC was quickly paying dividends under your stewardship. During your tenure, there was a lot of action as those caught on the wrong side of the law were brought to court regardless of their economic or political status. We have learnt...

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