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The “Vurugu Night Fight” champion, Protifas Odipo, better known as Majembe, has officially declared war on the East African boxing circuit. In a high-energy video shared on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, the Kenyan boxer accepted a challenge from Tanzania’s Karim Mandonga and warned fighters from across the borders to prepare for a “conquering” storm.

Taking on the Neighbors

Majembe’s message was directed squarely at boxers in Tanzania and Uganda, whom he urged to intensify their training before they meet him in the ring. The champion made it clear that he is no longer just focused on local bouts but is looking for regional dominance.

“Nyinyi wa Tanzania na Uganda, mujipange tu kila mtu atapata jembe lake… tunakuja,” (You people in Tanzania and Uganda, just prepare yourselves; everyone will get their ‘hoe’ [Jembe]… we are coming), he warned.

He specifically addressed Mandonga’s recent verbal attacks, stating, “Challenge imekubaliwa Mandonga and others; I am coming for you.”

The Road to Mandonga: Weight Requirements

While the rivalry between the two has reached a boiling point, Majembe revealed that there is still a technical hurdle to clear before they can trade blows. The Kenyan fighter currently competes at 76 kg and has set a strict condition for the Tanzanian “Mtu Kazi.”

To make the fight happen, Majembe has called on Mandonga to drop his weight to 80 kg. If Mandonga can hit that mark, Majembe has pledged to bulk up from 76 kg to 80 kg to ensure a fair and sanctioned matchup.

“Mandonga mtu kazi… a-lose weight akitaka challenge. Mimi niko 76 kg, kata weight ukuje 80 kg mimi nitaongeza hadi 80 kg,” Majembe explained.

Pre-Fight Trash Talk

The official acceptance of the challenge follows weeks of Mandonga’s signature theatrical threats. The Tanzanian boxer had previously promised to “demolish” Majembe with his “Lumacii” punch from “the wars of Iran,” comparing his arrival in Kenya to a “Hiroshima bomb.”

Majembe, however, remains unfazed by the rhetoric. After successfully defending his reputation against Mbavu Destroyer earlier this month, the boxer is leaning into his new role as Kenya’s premier sports-entertainer, promising fans that he will bring the same intensity to the regional stage.

With the challenge accepted and the weight conditions set, the ball is now in Mandonga’s court to see if he can make the weight for what promises to be one of the most-watched boxing events in East Africa this year.

The East African boxing scene is heating up as Tanzanian sensation Karim Mandonga, popularly known as “Mtu Kazi,” has officially set his sights on Kenya’s Protifas Odipo, alias Majembe. The outspoken fighter has issued a high-voltage challenge, promising a “demolition” if the two meet in the ring.

The “Iranian” Punch

Mandonga, famous for his colorful pre-fight rhetoric and inventing unique names for his punches, took to social media to warn Majembe of a new technique he claims to have mastered.

“Sasa wa Kenya nawambia kabisa uyo Majembe kazi soon nakuja kumchakaza,” Mandonga declared. He threatened to unleash the “Lumacii” punch—a strike he claims originates from the “wars of Iran”—and likened his impending arrival in Kenya to a “Hiroshima bomb.”

Majembe Fires Back

Majembe, fresh off his high-profile victory at the Vurugu Fight Night, was quick to dismiss the Tanzanian’s threats with a touch of sarcasm. Refusing to be intimidated, the Kenyan boxer welcomed the challenge while reminding Mandonga of his own strength.

“Kuja tu hvo vilee unakujaaa, utapata mwana si wako. Majembe analima na anachimbaaaa,” (Just come the way you are coming… you’ll get a child that isn’t yours. A hoe [Majembe] plows and digs), he responded. The exchange ended with both fighters signaling their readiness, with Majembe simply adding: “@k_mandonga nakungoja” (I am waiting for you).

Who is Karim Mandonga?

For those unfamiliar with the Tanzanian brawler, Mandonga has become a household name in East African sports-entertainment. He is known for:

• Showmanship: His ability to sell a fight through bold, viral interviews and “scary” punch names like Sugunyo.

• Fearlessness: He has built a reputation for taking on regional heavyweights and traveling across borders to prove his mettle.

• Strategic Intensity: Beyond the talk, he is a seasoned professional who has successfully moved from local Tanzanian bouts to major regional spectacles.

The Stakes

If this match is officially sanctioned, it would be a major cross-border event, pitting Mandonga’s “Mtu Kazi” brand against Majembe’s rising momentum in the Kenyan circuit. Fans are already buzzing at the prospect of seeing the “Lumacii” punch tested against Majembe’s proven durability.

With both fighters having agreed in principle via their online back-and-forth, the ball is now in the promoters’ court to make the “Battle of East Africa” a reality.