Majembe Earns Big Rewards After Winning Vurugu Boxing Match
Kenyan boxer Potifus Odipo, better known by his ring name 'Majembe,' enjoyed a major payday after defeating Ferdinand Omondi, also known as 'Mbavu Destroyer,' during the Vurugu boxing match held on April 4, 2026, at the Kasarani Indoor Arena. The 21-year-old athlete scored an impressive victory in the fourth round, winning over fans across Kenya and catching nationwide attention thanks to the involvement of President William Ruto, who contributed a total of Ksh4 million to support the event. Following his triumph, Majembe will receive Ksh1 million directly from President Ruto and another Ksh1 million as the official match prize announced by promoter Obinna. A betting company that helped sponsor the bout is also awarding Majembe a new Toyota Noah valued at approximately Ksh4 million, along with a sport bike worth around Ksh385,000. Additional perks include a one-year gym membership, nutritional supplement packages, and endorsements for advertising deals with local brands. Several political leaders and public figures supported the fight financially, including ODM leader Oburu Odinga, Embakasi East MP Babu Owino, and others whose contributions ranged from hundreds of thousands to millions of shillings. While it remains unclear how all donations were divided between logistics and athlete remuneration, the event has elevated Majembe’s public profile and established him as a rising star in Kenyan boxing. Despite losing, Mbavu Destroyer also stands to earn Ksh1 million from President Ruto and continues gaining publicity through endorsements and social media attention, positioning both fighters for promising futures after the Vurugu bout.
