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Cindy Ngamba Guarantees First Olympic Medal for Refugee Team with Historic Win. Boxer Cindy Ngamba has made history by guaranteeing the Refugee Olympic Team their first Olympic medal at the Paris 2024 Games, a milestone achievement, BBC News reports. Ngamba reached the women’s 75kg semi-finals by defeating sixth-seeded Frenchwoman Davina Michel by unanimous decision, ensuring a podium finish. With both losing semi-finalists awarded bronze, Ngamba is assured a medal, marking a significant milestone for the Refugee Olympic Team and her personal journey. Ngamba moved to the UK at age 10 but cannot compete for Team GB due to not having a British passport, highlighting the challenges faced by refugees. "It means the world to me to be the first ever refugee to win a medal. I'm just a human, just like any other refugee," Ngamba expressed, reflecting on her achievement. Prior to Paris 2024, the Refugee Olympic Team’s best results were two fifth-place finishes in Tokyo 2020, making Ngamba’s accomplishment even more significant. Ngamba will face Atheyna Bylon of Panama in the semi-finals with confidence and determination, hoping to further her success at the Games. Ngamba cannot return to Cameroon due to her sexuality, with homosexuality being punishable by imprisonment, underscoring her difficult journey. After 15 years in England, Ngamba continues to fight for a visa and UK citizenship, having narrowly avoided deportation five years ago after being detained. Ngamba is the first female boxer to represent the Refugee Olympic Team, competing thanks to a scholarship from the IOC and showcasing the resilience of refugees on the world stage.
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