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03 Aug

Malawi U21 Completes Clean Sweep Over Zambia in Thrilling Netball Friendly Series at OYDC Zambia with 29-36 Win.

The U21 Netball friendly series between Zambia and Malawi came to an exciting close at OYDC Zambia on Sunday, 3rd August 2025, with Malawi sealing a 3-0 series victory after a hard-fought 36-29 win in the final match. The win crowned a dominant weekend for the Malawian side, who proved to be the more polished team across all three games. The opening fixture on Friday saw Malawi lay down an early marker with a commanding 48-32 win. On Saturday, they [...]

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25 Jul

Chance Kabaghe Begins Term with Strategic Engagement with OYDC Zambia Management

OYDC Zambia – Sports Development Centre officially welcomed its new Board Chairperson, Mr. Chance Kabaghe, who has taken up his role with a strong commitment to youth empowerment and institutional growth. Following his introduction by the National Olympic Committee of Zambia (NOCZ) President Mr. Alfred Foloko, Mr. Kabaghe engaged further with the Centre’s leadership. Mr. Kabaghe held a closed-door meeting with the OYDC Zambia management team, led by Acting Chief Executive Officer Benjamin Tembo. During the meeting, Mr. Tembo provided a [...]

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09 Jul

Teulings Youth Sports Challenge Produces Gold Again as Sylvia Nawila Shines at Region 5 Youth Games

Windhoek, Namibia – July 9, 2025 Sylvia Nawila receiving her gold medal The Teulings Youth Sports Challenge continues to prove its impact on youth talent development as Sylvia Nawila, one of its standout athletes, delivered a golden performance for Zambia in judo at the ongoing Region 5 Youth Games. Competing in the -57kg female category, Nawila showcased grit and determination as she edged out Angola’s Sebasiano Manuella Bento in a closely contested final to clinch Zambia’s first gold medal in the judo [...]

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09 Jul

Zambia Win Two Gold Medals on Day One of Judo at the Region 5 Youth Games

Windhoek, Namibia – July 8, 2025 Team Zambia Judo pose for a photo with ANOCA vice president Mr Alfred Foloko and Zambia Judo Secretary general, Mr. Mabvuto Ng'uni after the medal ceremony. Zambia’s judo team made a dominant start at the Region 5 Youth Games, claiming five medals on the opening day of the judo competition. Sylvia Nawila led the charge with a spirited performance in the -57kg female’ category, edging out Angola’s Sebasiano Manuella Bento in a tightly contested final to [...]

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28 Jun

Sasha Wins Gold, Thanks Teulings League as Zambia Closes African Judo Open 2025 With Five Medals

Pretoria, South Africa Zambia’s campaign at the African Judo Open 2025 concluded in spectacular fashion as Sasha Kapumpa clinched the country’s only gold medal, lifting the final medal tally to five. Competing in the women’s +70kg category, Sasha showcased power and precision, defeating South Africa’s Lombaard Madison with an impressive ippon to claim the top podium position. Her victory capped off a memorable tournament for Zambia’s judokas. Zambia’s Acting High Commissioner to South Africa, Ms. Inonge Mwenya, congratulated the team and expressed [...]

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26 Jun

Zambia Judo Team Wins Triple Bronze at the African Open Judo Championships

The Zambia Judo National Team has proudly secured three bronze medals on Day 1 of the African Judo Open 2025 taking place in Pretoria, South Africa. Rising star Rita Kabinda led the medal haul with a solid performance in the women’s -63kg category, defeating South Africa’s Malherbe Tegan to earn a bronze medal. In the men’s division, Simon Zulu fought his way to the podium in the -66kg category, while Steven Mung’andu added a third bronze for Zambia in the -73kg [...]

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18 Jun

MISATO NAKAMURA WORKSHOP LAUNCHED AT OYDC ZAMBIA’S JUDO HALL

The prestigious Misato Nakamura Workshop has officially kicked off at OYDC Zambia Sports Development Centre at the Judo Hall. The event marks a significant moment for Zambian Judo, as three-time World Champion and Olympic medalist Misato Nakamura from Japan engages directly with aspiring young judokas. In his welcome remarks, Mr. Benjamin Tembo, Acting CEO of OYDC Zambia, encouraged the athletes to take full advantage of this rare opportunity to learn from one of the world’s finest. He commended the Judo [...]

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14 Jun

Thrilling Action Unfolds in Teulings League as Handball, Taekwondo, and Hockey Light Up OYDC Zambia.

June 14, 2025 – Lusaka Thrilling Action Unfolds in Teulings League as Handball, Taekwondo, and Hockey Light Up OYDC Zambia. The Teulings Youth Sports League brought another action-packed weekend to life, with thrilling matches in handball, taekwondo, and hockey. Hosted at the OYDC Zambia Sports Development Centre, the event showcased exceptional young talent across multiple disciplines, reinforcing the league’s growing impact on youth sports in the country. In handball, fierce competition ruled the court. Olympafrica edged Lycee Francias 9–6 in a tightly [...]

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07 Jun

OYDC Zambia’s Young Leaders Promote Olympic Values and Clean Sport

Lusaka – 7 June 2025 Young Leaders at the OYDC Zambia – Sports Development Centre took action to promote clean sport and environmental responsibility as part of their engagement with the Olympic Values Education Programme (OVEP). The youth-led initiative combined education and practical action, with sessions on the core Olympic values of excellence, respect, and friendship, followed by a clean-up exercise around the OYDC facility. The clean-up symbolized their commitment to integrity in sport and a clean, healthy environment. The initiative aligns [...]

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03 Jun

St. Francis Secondary School Presented with Olympic Values Shield of Honor After Quiz Victory

Lusaka’s St. Francis Secondary School has been awarded the prestigious Olympic Values Shield of Honor after winning the Olympic Values Quiz Competition organized by OYDC Zambia. The quiz competition, which brought together students from various schools, tested participants on their knowledge and understanding of the core Olympic values: excellence, friendship, and respect. St. Francis Secondary emerged as the top-performing school, demonstrating outstanding grasp of Olympic ideals. The Shield of Honor was officially presented to the school by OYDC Zambia Non-Sports Officer, [...]

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