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As a young girl growing up in Kwelerha village and Mdantsane, East London, Phumeza Zinakile (39) was always a little rough around the edges.
Instead of brushing barbie dolls and playing with lipstick and nail polish, she was always on the sports field with boys or getting into fights.
Her uncle and former boxing legend Zolile Mbityi often took her to boxing matches and his training sessions at the gym. “My uncle saw something special in me, and wanted to nurture it, I guess.” There’s more to this story Subscribe to News24 and get access to our
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