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Tanzania’s Selemani Kidunda Earns International Boxing Coaching Certification

Dar es Salaam – Tanzanian professional boxer Selemani Kidunda has officially added a new chapter to his sporting journey after graduating from an international boxing coaching course.

Kidunda, a former national boxing icon, is now a certified boxing coach with a one-star international status, qualifying him to train athletes across the globe under the International Boxing Association (IBA) framework.

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The veteran pugilist completed his training online between July 28 and August 6, 2025, as part of IBA’s global coaching development initiative aimed at empowering ex-athletes and technical experts.

He was formally presented with his certificate of achievement during a special ceremony held in Dar es Salaam, organized by the Tanzania Boxing Federation (BFT) in collaboration with the National Sports Council (NSC).

Speaking after receiving his certification, Kidunda expressed pride in achieving the milestone, describing it as a new step in his commitment to nurturing the next generation of Tanzanian boxers.

His recognition marks another significant stride for Tanzanian boxing as more former athletes transition into coaching roles, strengthening the nation’s technical capacity in the sport.