Stéphanie Nsimba Manzanza wins RDC's first Olympic medal
The Congolese wrestler secured a bronze medal in beach wrestling at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games.
Stéphanie Nsimba Manzanza made history for the Democratic Republic of Congo on Saturday, November 7, at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games by winning the country's first Olympic medal.
Competing in beach wrestling in the under-55kg category, Nsimba Manzanza earned a bronze medal after defeating Azerbaijan's Gunel Karimli.
This historic achievement marks a significant moment for Congolese sport, with Nsimba Manzanza already a double gold medalist at the African Wrestling Championships.
Why it mattersThe Democratic Republic of Congo's athletes have achieved their first Olympic medal, bringing national pride.