ANTHONY MWAMBA DIES

By Wilson Mulinda-Exodus Boxing Promotion Director and Former Boxer Anthony Mwamba has died.

Mwamba, 61, died in the early hours of today at Levy Mwanawasa General Hospital after an illness.

Zambia Professional Boxing and Wrestling Control Board Secretary Expendito Chipalo has described the late Mwamba as a dedicated boxer and promoter who wanted to grow the sport in the country.

Chipalo said the death of Mwamba has left a huge gap in the boxing fraternity because he was one of the few active promoters of the sport.

In a telephone interview with ZNBC news, Chipalo said Mwamba worked tirelessly to see young boxers become national icons.

He said Mwamba will be remembered for the role he played at the Olympics as well as for the promotion of young talents.

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