▪️Zakaria Mwaseba “Zacks” and Abdullah Koba Kimanga “Asosa” are currently ailing
March 12, 2026
The President of the Boxing Federation of Tanzania (BFT), Lukelo Willilo, paid a visit to two members of the boxing community who are currently unwell, Zakaria Mwaseba “Zacks” and Abdullah Koba Kimanga, popularly known as “Asosa.”
The visit, which took place on March 8, 2026, began at Mlonganzila Hospital, where former boxer and Chairman of the Morogoro Regional Boxing Association, Zakaria Mwaseba “Zacks,” is currently admitted.
Afterwards, President Willilo proceeded to Mbezi Kwa Msuguri to visit another former renowned boxer, Abdullah Koba Kimanga “Asosa,” at his residence. Kimanga recently underwent surgery at Muhimbili National Hospital.
Speaking after visiting the two ailing former boxers, President Willilo said: “I thank God for this opportunity to visit them and for the progress they are making. I found both of them recovering well, and I pray that God grants them continued strength and full recovery.”
Willilo was accompanied by the Head Coach of the National Boxing Team and Member of the BFT Executive Committee, Samwel Kapungu Batman.
For those who wish to reach out to them directly to offer condolences or support, their phone numbers are as follows:
📞 Zakaria Mwaseba +255 655 421 080
📞 Koba Kimanga +255 686 018 868
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