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Excitement as CBC plans fights for African boxers

Kenya Professional Boxing Commission, KPBC.
Nairobi businessman Hillary Alila, left, tries his hands with Francis Kimani holder of 2014 World Youth Title at Pumwani social hall when he meet Kenya Professional Boxing Commission, KPBC, officials on Tuesday August 12th, 2014. Alila is aspiring for the Chairmanship of KPBC due to hold elections this weekend. Photo/Jonah Onyango.

Kenyan boxers are optimistic their fate will change with the introduction of Africa title fights under the Commonwealth Boxing Council (CBC).

Kenya Professional Boxing Commission (KPBC) President Hillary Alila, said the new platform will propel the sport forward as it will bring more fights on card for the pugilists.

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