Boxers fight in the flashpoint Muslim district of Bangui known as PK5, where Muslims and Christian boxers fought a tournament to support a peace initiative through sport. AFP PHOTO
Boxers fight in the flashpoint Muslim district of Bangui known as PK5, where Muslims and Christian boxers fought a tournament to support a peace initiative through sport. AFP PHOTO

BANGUI, Central African Republic: Panting, his red singlet drenched in sweat, he pauses to catch his breath. Ngassima, 18, has taken a few blows in the ring today, he even lost his round but it’s all been worth it in this “fight for peace” in Bangui.

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