DAR ES SALAAM, Dec. 12 -- TANZANIAN boxing prodigy Faru Issa, alias ‘Faru Weusi, has imprinted his name into the history books at the World Boxing Championships, even though his remarkable journey concluded in the Round of 16.

The 22-year-old displayed exceptional skill, courage and composure against Kazakhstans Saken Bibbosinov, the worlds No. 7 ranked Bantamweight (54kg) fighter.

Although he bowed out on points, Fakis spirited performance signalled a breakthrough moment for Tanzanian boxing on the global stage.

His earlier victory shattered a 51-year national drought, making him the first Tanzanian boxer since Emmanuel Mlundwa who defeated Puerto Ricos Alfredo Pereira in Havana in 1974 to win a bout at the World Championships....