Uganda’s rising boxing sensation, Isaac Zebra Junior, is lacing up for an action-packed return to the ring in what promises to be a whirlwind of fists, footwork, and fanfare. The undefeated welterweight warrior, who boasts a clean 4–0 record since turning professional, is set to dazzle fans in a trio of high-octane bouts across Africa, starting with Nairobi on May 24, before bringing the thunder home to Kampala on June 1, and later storming South Africa on June 16.
The Kampala clash, scheduled to shake up Ham Stadium in Nakivubo, is already stealing headlines, and not just for the boxing. Zebra’s camp revealed that a recent meeting with Ham’s management bore fruit in form of a unique fan-first arrangement: minimal entry fees and a fiesta-like atmosphere. “We want the common man to watch and support his champion,” a member of Zebra’s team declared, noting that affordable tickets would include refreshments, beer, bites, and all, to keep spirits high and fists flying.
Coach Twahib Mayanja, the man with one foot in the national Bombers corner and another at Zebra Boxing Club, will be in Zebra Junior’s corner for all three encounters. A guiding force for the pugilist, Mayanja is not just coaching a fighter, but continuing a legacy that began with Zebra’s late father, the iconic Zebra Ssenyange Mando Senior, a fighter who never threw a punch without a purpose. With such pedigree and preparation, expectations are sky-high, even though opponents remain cloaked in mystery.
As the continent readies for this boxing bonanza, one thing’s certain, whether you’re a hardcore fight fan or just in it for the cold drink and camaraderie, Zebra Junior’s triple-header promises knockout entertainment in every sense. Let the gloves fly and the beers flow, Africa’s ring king is on the move.
