News Archives - OYDC Zambia

15 Feb

2025 Teulings Youth Sports Challenge Officially Launched at OYDC Zambia

The 2025 Teulings Youth Sports Challenge was officially launched today at OYDC Zambia marking the beginning of another exciting season of youth sports development in the country. In his opening remarks, OYDC Zambia Acting CEO, Mr. Benjamin Tembo, expressed deep gratitude to the dedicated partner and sponsor, Mr. Coen Teulings, for his unwavering commitment and generous support towards youth sports development. “I would like to extend my deepest gratitude to our dedicated partner and sponsor, Mr. Coen Teulings, whose unwavering commitment [...]

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13 Feb

OYDC Zambia Hosts the Launch of the Thuso Sports Management Scouting Tournament

OYDC Zambia proudly hosted the launch of the Thuso Sports Management Scouting Tournament, an initiative aimed at identifying top football talent for trials in Europe. The Guest of Honor, Mr. Muyaule Gibson, Assistant Director of Elite Sports at the Ministry of Youth, Sport and Arts, highlighted the unifying power of sports, stating: “From time immemorial, sport has been used to bring communities together, promote social cohesion, and foster a sense of belonging. The government remains committed to promoting grassroots sports as [...]

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13 Feb

The launch of the 2025 Teulings Youth Sports Challenge is set for February 15, 2025.

OYDC Zambia is set to launch the 2025 Teulings Youth Sports Challenge on Saturday, February 15. The event, supported by Coen Teulings, continues to provide a competitive platform for young athletes to showcase their skills and progress in their respective sports. With top talents emerging each year, the challenge remains a key contributor to youth sports development in Zambia. Expect thrilling matches, and a vibrant atmosphere as we celebrate the passion and dedication of young athletes. Don’t miss out on this exciting [...]

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13 Feb

STATEMENT BY NOCZ PRESIDENT ON THE DECISION BY MR. ELIAS MPONDELA TO NOT SEEK RE-ELECTION

On behalf of the National Olympic Committee of Zambia (NOCZ), I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Mr. Elias Mpondela, President of Zambia Athletics, as he announces his decision not to seek re-election at the upcoming Zambia Athletics elections later this year. After 26 years of exceptional leadership, Mr. Mpondela leaves behind an indelible legacy that has transformed the landscape of athletics in Zambia. Mr. Mpondela’s tenure at the helm of Zambia Athletics has been nothing short of remarkable. Under his visionary [...]

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05 Feb

OYDC ZAMBIA SPORTS DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE QUARTERLY BRIEF LAYS GROUND FOR 2025 ACTIVITIES

As the new year begins, members of the OYDC Zambia Sports Development Committee are convening at OYDC for a strategic planning session. The meeting aims to assess key sports development initiatives and outline priorities for the year ahead.

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05 Feb

OYDC ZAMBIA BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT FOURTH QUARTER MEETING

PHOTO FOCUS: OYDC ZAMBIA BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT FOURTH QUARTER MEETING To kick off the year, members of the OYDC Zambia Business Development Committee are holding a strategic fourth-quarter meeting at the sports facility. The session aims to review key business development initiatives and outline strategies for growth in the year ahead.

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04 Feb

Former Matero MP Chance Kabaghe Tours OYDC Zambia

Former Matero Member of Parliament and Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Livestock (2003), Mr. Chance Kabaghe, toured the OYDC Zambia – Sports Development Centre. He was accompanied by National Olympic Committee of Zambia (NOCZ) President Alfred Foloko and Zambia Athletics (ZA) President Elias Mpondela Upon arrival, the delegation was warmly welcomed by OYDC Zambia’s Acting Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Benjamin Tembo, and his team. The visit aimed to provide Mr. Kabaghe with an overview of the facility’s infrastructure and its [...]

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03 Feb

Bluwood Handball Club Hosts Zimbabwe’s Spartans for International Friendly Matches

Lusaka, Zambia Bluwood Handball Club played host to Zimbabwe’s Spartans Handball Club over the weekend in a series of friendly matches aimed at fostering the growth of handball beyond Zambia’s borders. The games, held at the OYDC Zambia Sports Development Centre, featured participation from Lusaka Tigers Women (OYDC Handball Club), Bluwood Men and Women’s teams, and Spartans from Zimbabwe. The event provided a platform for skill exchange and regional sports development. OYDC Acting CEO, Mr. Tembo, graced the occasion and welcomed [...]

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26 Dec

2024 OYDC ZAMBIA E-NEWSLETTER

As we prepare to wind up 2024 in anticipation of 2025, the OYDC Zambia is sharing with you the 2024 E-Newsletter highlighting some of the activities which were hosted at the sports facility. We hope you will enjoy browsing through this newsletter as we will welcome your reviews and suggestions. DOWNLOAD HERE

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08 Dec

ATHLETES FROM OYDC CLUBS WIN FOUR MEDALS AT THE NATIONAL YOUTH GAMES

Young talented athletes from the OYDC Zambia clubs won four medals at the National Youth Games Zambia 2024 which were staged in Ndola, Copperbelt from 4 to 6 December 2024. The athletes are from boxing and judo and at the OYDC Zambia they compete in the Teulings Youth Sports Challenge a developmental league supported Coen Teulings Chairman of Merifin Capital in Belgium. They minted one (1) gold in judo through Mirriam Seulu -63kg, one (1) silver in judo through Obson Banda [...]

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