Nabikolo Fatuma from the Kololo Boxing Club emerged as a standout performer among Ugandan boxers at the 2024 Mandela Cup, winning her quarter final bout.
Following a comprehensive bout review, Nabikolo secured a Quarterfinal split decision victory against Qasana of South Africa, propelling her into the prestigious medal brackets of the tournament.
In an interview with NBS Sport before she left for the tournament, Nabikolo expressed her excitement at representing the country, this time not just as a fan but as a national team player. She shared her ambitions of bringing home a gold medal from the tournament.
In another match, Murungi Kasim faced a formidable opponent in Sigauque Armando of Mozambique, suffering a 5-0 unanimous loss in the quarterfinals.
