The World Boxing Council has donated a state-of-the-art ring to the Malawi Professional Boxing Control Board (MPBCB) to improve the safety of boxers during fights.
The gesture is part of the celebrations for the Year of Africa 2025 festivities designated by the World Boxing Council to commemorate the history, achievements, magnificence, and splendour of African boxing.
This was achieved through the collaborative efforts of the WBC and MPBCB president Lonzoe Zimba.
Malawi’s professional boxers have been using makeshift rings for some time, and for professional fights, the MPBCB has rented rings, including those of other countries.
“I want to announce that the ring is here,” Zimba said. “It was in 2022, in Mexico, where I attended a World Boxing Council Convention and was able to speak with WBC president Mauricio Sulaiman [about the need for the ring].
“I must thank the government, through the Malawi National Sports Council and, of course, the WBC. The cost of renting a professional boxing ring varies, but generally ranges between $950 and $1,250. With this important donation, we will be able to use resources to support the development of our young boxers, from which the next world champions will emerge.”
Malawi’s New Dawn Boxing Promotions CEO Mike Chimaliza expressed his gratitude, stating that the ring will contribute to improving boxing in the country.
“We appreciate the efforts to make this ring a reality. We will undoubtedly see further growth in boxing,” Chimaliza said.
