BFK keen to up trainers, refs skills through IBA training

The Boxing Federation of Kenya (BFK) is hosting an International Boxing Association (IBA) course in one of the hotels in Nairobi, aimed at enhancing the skills of coaches, referees, and boxing judges.

The program, which started on Monday, November 25, 2024 running for five days, includes a beginners' 1-Star coaching course alongside a specialized 1-Star and 2-Star referees and judges’ course.

The coaching sessions, facilitated by Mauritius-based instructor Godavarisingh Rajcoomar, have attracted several Kenyan coaches eager to elevate their expertise.

In addition to Kenya, other countries participating in this initiative include Tanzania, Uganda, and several nations from the Central African region, underlining the regional impact of the program.

Simultaneously, six Kenyan referees and judges are attending the advanced IBA 2-Star referees and judges course, which commenced on Saturday, November 23, 2024.

The week-long program features participants such as Nelson Otieno, Eddy Mwaura, Stephen Ndung’u, Leila Said, Samwel Obiero, and Hellen Wanjiku.

These six individuals were part of a group of eight judges who advanced to 1-Star status in August after completing their IBA course in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

This initiative reflects the BFK’s commitment to improving the standards of officiating and coaching in Kenyan amateur boxing.

By investing in capacity building, the federation aims to position the country as a leader in boxing excellence across the region.