Foloko Hosts FIDE Deputy Chairperson Dana Reizniece-Ozola for Strategic Dinner Meeting in Lusaka

National Olympic Committee of Zambia (NOCZ) President, Alfred Foloko, last evening hosted a dinner in honor of Woman Grandmaster and Deputy Chairperson of the International Chess Federation (FIDE), Dana Reizniece-Ozola, at Pamodzi Hotel in Lusaka. The event was organized by OYDC Zambia, led by Acting CEO Benjamin Tembo. Reizniece-Ozola, a former Minister of Finance in Latvia, was accompanied by Zambia Chess Federation President Leslie Chikuse, who expressed his delight at welcoming the high-level FIDE delegation to Zambia. The visit formed [...]

ZAM-ZIM Handball Festival Successfully Hosted at OYDC Zambia Sports Development Centre

OYDC Zambia was a hive of activity as it played host to the highly anticipated 2025 Zambia-Zimbabwe Handball Annual Festival, a partnership initiative aimed at strengthening the relationship between Zambia and Zimbabwe. The festival brought together talented athletes and officials from both nations, creating a vibrant atmosphere of competition, friendship, and cultural exchange. The event, which has become an important fixture on the regional sports calendar, is designed to promote collaboration between Zambia and Zimbabwe through handball, while also offering [...]

Sasha Kapumpa Wins Zambia’s Only Medal at ANOCA School Games – Teulings Youth League Continues to Shine Lusaka, 8 August 2025 Zambia returned home from the inaugural ANOCA School Games in Algeria with a single medal, proudly secured by Sasha Kapumpa, a rising judoka and product of the Teulings Youth Sports League hosted at OYDC Zambia. The bronze medal, won in judo, was the only medal for Zambia at the continental multi-sport event, which attracted 52 African nations and targeted athletes aged [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]