Joy Nangolo — Namibian bantamweight boxer who won the national bantamweight title in July 2026.
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New Era
Joy Nangolo was crowned the new Namibian bantamweight champion
“Joy Nangolo was crowned the new Namibian bantamweight champion after defeating Fabian Lameck by unanimous decision in the main event of the Local is Lekker Boxing Bonanza at the Swakopmund Multipurpose Centre on Friday night.”
Nangolo crowned national bantamweight champion … Local is Lekker Boxing Bonanza delivers thrilling actionNew Era
Joy Nangolo defeated Fabian Lameck by unanimous decision
“Joy Nangolo was crowned the new Namibian bantamweight champion after defeating Fabian Lameck by unanimous decision in the main event of the Local is Lekker Boxing Bonanza at the Swakopmund Multipurpose Centre on Friday night.”
Nangolo crowned national bantamweight champion … Local is Lekker Boxing Bonanza delivers thrilling actionNew Era
Joy Nangolo will headline the event, facing Fabian Lameck in the main bout for the national bantamweight title
“Joy Nangolo of the hosting academy will headline the event, facing Fabian Lameck in the main bout for the national bantamweight title.”
Nangolo, Lameck headline ‘Local is Lekker’ boxing bonanzaThe Namibian
Joy Nangolo will step into the ring against Gabriel Zamba for the national bantamweight title at Swakopmund on 24 July
“Bantamweight boxer Joy Nangolo will step into the ring against experienced opponent Gabriel Zamba for the national bantamweight title at the Multipurpose Centre at Swakopmund on 24 July.”
Nangolo to trade blows against experienced ZambaNew Era
Joy Nangolo secured a unanimous decision victory over Rofhiwa Nemushungwa in the bantamweight division
“One of the notable fights of the evening saw Namibia's Joy Nangolo secure a unanimous decision victory over South Africa's Rofhiwa Nemushungwa in the bantamweight division.”
Heita, Nghitumbwa triumph at tribute bonanzaJoy Nangolo was crowned the new Namibian bantamweight champion after defeating Fabian Lameck by unanimous decision in a 10-round contest at the Local is Lekker Boxing Bonanza in Swakopmund on Friday night.
27 July 2026 · New Era →
Joy Nangolo was crowned the new Namibian bantamweight champion after defeating Fabian Lameck by unanimous decision in a 10-round contest at the Local is Lekker Boxing Bonanza in Swakopmund on Friday night.
27 July 2026 · New Era →
Joy Nangolo will headline the 'Local is Lekker' Boxing Bonanza this Friday at Swakopmund's Multipurpose Centre, facing Fabian Lameck in the main bout for the national bantamweight title. The event will feature nine all-local bouts and fighters from five regions.
22 July 2026 · New Era →
Bantamweight boxer Joy Nangolo will face experienced opponent Gabriel Zamba for the national bantamweight title at the Multipurpose Centre in Swakopmund on 24 July. Boxing Academy founder Nestor Tobias believes Nangolo has the talent to win and will gain valuable experience from the bout.
11 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The MTC Nestor Sunshine Tobias Boxing and Fitness Academy hosted a boxing bonanza tribute to Sam Nujoma, featuring 12 bouts. Notable victories included Joy Nangolo's unanimous decision over South Africa's Rofhiwa Nemushungwa, Harry Simon Jr's sixth-round win against Zimbabwe's Freeman Mabongwe for the international welterweight title, and Mateus Heita's successful WBO Africa featherweight title defence against South Africa's Zolisa Batyi.
11 May 2026 · New Era →
Phillipus 'Energy' Nghitumbwa will defend his WBO Global super bantamweight title against Leonardo Carrillo of Colombia at Mövenpick Hotel on Saturday night in the main event of the Dr Sam Nujoma Boxing Bonanza. Nghitumbwa, ranked fourth in the world with a 17-2 record, faces Carrillo, who holds a 20-1-1 record and is the WBA Fedelatin super bantamweight champion.
7 May 2026 · The Namibian →
The MTC Nestor Sunshine Boxing Academy will host the Tribute to Founding President Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma Boxing Bonanza on 9 May, featuring title defences by Fillipus Energy Nghitumbwa and Mateus Heita, alongside other top Namibian fighters. The event aims to celebrate Nujoma's legacy in sport development and position local fighters for world title opportunities.
13 April 2026 · New Era →
Fillipus 'Energy' Nghitumbwa will defend his WBO Global super bantamweight title against Leonardo Carrillo of Colombia in a world title eliminator on 9 May at the Windhoek Showgrounds, as part of the 'Tribute to Dr Sam Nujoma Boxing Bonanza' event.
13 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibian boxer Mateus Heita will defend his WBO Africa Featherweight Title against South Africa's Zolisa Batyi on 9 May at the Windhoek Showgrounds during a boxing event honouring Namibia's Founding Father Sam Nujoma, organised by the MTC Nestor Sunshine Tobias Boxing and Fitness Academy in partnership with the Sam Nujoma Foundation. The event will also feature several local boxing talents and is intended to boost Heita's international ranking and open opportunities for a world title shot.
26 March 2026 · New Era →
Namibian boxer Fillipus 'Energy' Nghitumbwa will face Colombia's Leonardo Carillo, the WBA Federation Champion, on 9 May in a "Tribute to His Excellency Dr Sam Shafishuna Nujoma Boxing Bonanza" in Windhoek, organised by promoter Nestor Tobias in partnership with the Sam Nujoma Foundation. The event will feature multiple Namibian elite fighters and prospects, with promoters saying boxing creates economic benefits across multiple sectors and serves youth empowerment.
25 February 2026 · New Era →
Namibia's WBO global super bantamweight champion Fillipus Nghitumbwa will fight highly-rated Colombian Leonardo Carillo on 9 May in Windhoek. The bout is part of the 'Tribute to Dr Sam Shafishuna Nujoma Boxing Bonanza' event featuring other top Namibian boxers and upcoming prospects.
25 February 2026 · The Namibian →