Majembe sets condition for Mandonga after boxing challenge request
Kenyan boxer Portifas Odipo, better known as Majembe, has responded to Tanzanian fighter Karim Mandonga, aka Mtu kazi, after the latter issued a boxing challenge, setting clear conditions before he can accept the proposed bout.
In his response shared on Monday, April 13, 2026, Majembe said he is open to the challenge but insisted that Mandonga must first meet specific weight requirements before any fight can be considered.
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The Vurugu Night Fight winner added that he currently weighs around 76 kg and suggested that Mandonga should cut down from his current weight to either 77 kg or 80 kg.
Majembe further noted that he is also willing to adjust his own weight if necessary, stating that he could go up to 80 kg if Mandonga’s weight reduces to 80kg.
“Mandonga mtu kazi pia amenichallenge, a lose weight akitaka challenge. Mimi niko 76 kg, kata weight ukuje 77kg hapo ama 80kg mimi nitaongeza hadi 80 kg,” Majembe said.
Mandonga’s challenge
The Majembe’s remarks come after Mandonga publicly challenged him to a boxing match.
In a series of statements shared online, Mandonga expressed strong confidence in his abilities, suggesting he is ready to face him if he accepts the challenge.
The outspoken boxer hinted that he is prepared for a high-intensity fight, saying he is not afraid of stepping into the ring against Majembe if the match is officially arranged.
“Sasa wa #kenya nawambia kabisa uyo #Majembe kazi soon nakuja kumchakaza kama anaweza ajaribu aone #ndoige inavyo mpitia kumi mpya kutoka kwenye vita vya Irani soon naitangaza majembe kazi unayo,” Mandonga said.
“MAJEMBE huko Kenya nakuja kuwachakaza kama bom la iroshima chap MAJEMBE jiandae nakuja kukumaliza.”
Majembe vs Mandonga
Earlier, Majembe responded to the boxer in a sarcastic tone, saying Mandonga should come forward and try his luck in the ring.
“Kuja tu hvo vilee unakujaaa, utapata mwana si wako, Majembe analima na anachimbaaaa,” Majembe responded.
The exchange escalated after Mandonga reiterated his challenge, responding that he was waiting for Majembe and insisting he would win the bout.
“@majembe_ke WEWE UTAKUTANA NA NGUMI #LUMACII KUTOKA KWENYE VITA YA IRANI NGUMI YANGU AIZUHILIKI,” Mandonga responded.
Majembe later added that he is ready and willing to meet in the ring, signalling openness to a potential showdown.
“@k_mandonga nakungoja”, Majembe added.
