Moyengwa breaks weightlifting gender barriers

Young weightlifter, Magdelene Moyengwa has broken into the male-dominated sport, in the process, dismantling long standing gender stereotypes.

Despite initial resistance from her family, the 17 year-old has not just joined what is largely viewed as a male sport, but has excelled.

Competing in the 58kg category, Moyengwa recently scooped three bronze medals at the 2018 Africa Youth Games (AYG) that were held in Algiers, Algeria.

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