Tanzania, June 23 -- Dar es Salaam. A series of incidents has highlighted the severe consequences of boxers failing to undergo costly MRI or CT scans, exposing some fighters to life-changing injuries, permanent disabilities and even death.

Across Tanzania's professional boxing circles, concerns are growing that inadequate medical screening is leaving athletes vulnerable to undetected brain injuries.

While regulations exist to guide pre-fight medical checks, the absence of mandatory advanced brain scans has become a point of debate among stakeholders, former champions and medical experts.

Among those affected is the family of former boxing legend Rashid Matumla, alias Snake Boy. Despite his celebrated status in and outside Tanzania, Mat...