BFK Secretary Munuhe hails boxing growth, says plan is to nurture more talents

The Boxing Federation of Kenya (BFK) has lauded the tremendous progress the sport has made in recent years, crediting both their vibrant league structure and grassroots initiatives for attracting more young people to the ring.

According to BFK Secretary General David Munuhe, the steady growth of the sport across the country demonstrates the sport is not only alive but gaining renewed momentum.

He emphasized that boxing remains a vibrant discipline, pointing out the Ndondi Mashinani program, a county-based initiative designed to scout and nurture talent at the grassroots level.

“Boxing is still vibrant as you can see through our leagues and tournaments. In the counties we have also been running the Ndondi Mashinani program, which is very vibrant,” said Munuhe.

He further dismissed claims that the sport has been neglected by the government, clarifying that state support has been vital in sustaining and expanding opportunities for athletes.

“That notion that the government has not been assisting boxing is a lie. The Kenya team has been participating in international tournaments courtesy of the government. In fact, next month we will be hosting Zone III, which involves East African countries converging in Nairobi with full government support,” he explained.

Munuhe noted that the federation’s vision stretches beyond immediate competitions. The long-term goal is to revive Kenya’s rich boxing heritage, which once produced continental and global champions. By investing in youth and grassroots training, BFK hopes to rebuild the country’s reputation as a boxing powerhouse.

“We will continue to nurture young talents to ensure that we revive the image that the country enjoyed some time back,” Munuhe concluded.