Crowned with the blessing of the IOC, World Boxing continues to attract national federations. Those of Bulgaria, Ghana, Sierra Leone, the Bahamas and Albania were officially integrated by the executive board. World Boxing now has 89 members, including nine from the African continent. “Following the recent confirmation that boxing will be part of the program for Los Angeles 2028, the announcement of five new members, including two from Africa, is more than welcome news for World Boxing as we continue to strengthen and grow », rejoices Boris van der Vorst, president of the body. Other federations will most certainly follow in the coming months since World Boxing membership is now mandatory to be able to participate in the Los Angeles 2028 Games.
