Pro-boxing promoters fault TPBRC on bouts sanction fees increase

Tanzania Association of Professional Boxing Promoters and Agents (TAPBPA) chairman Evarist “Mopao” Ernest speaks to journalists (not in photo) about challenging the decision made by the Tanzania Professional Boxing Regulatory Commission (TPBRC) to increase sanction fees for bouts in the country. Right is Siah Mosha, who is TAPBPA’s assistant secretary and left is Ndewoysa Mbise, a member of TAPBPA’s body. PHOTO | MAJUTO OMARY

What you need to know:

  • In their letter dated December 16, 2023, the Commission directed that bouts with the first-class status will be charged Sh5 million, middle-class bouts (Sh1 million) and promoters organizing third-class fights will pay Sh50,000.