ZAMBIA has written a new chapter in its Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) history at the IMMAF Africa Championships, with Alex Bwalya and Mutinta Mweene crowned the country’s first-ever IMMAF African champions following dominant performances in the finals in Luanda, Angola. Team Zambia had a strong presence in the cage, with Danny Chiluba, Alex Bwalya, Richard Mwanza, Ernest Kazangaza, Justin Mweene, Mutinta Mweene, Chomba Mwanalila and Portus Chama all stepping up to battle for continental honours. Bwalya delivered a standout performance in the Junior Bantamweight final, defeating Simbarashe Hokonya via a composed three-round display to secure Zambia’s first gold medal at the prestigious amateur tournament. From start to finish, Bwalya showcased sharp striking, tactical awareness and complete control, leaving no doubt...