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05 Jul

Teulings Youth Sports Challenge Week 5 Delivers Exciting Weekend of Multi-Sport Action.

Newton Tuseko2026-07-05T13:10:06+02:00

The Teulings Youth Sports Challenge continued to inspire young athletes during an action-packed Week 5, with participants competing across football, netball, Baseball5, and boxing. The weekend once again highlighted the project’s commitment to youth development through sport, providing a platform for talent to grow, compete, and excel. The football fixtures produced exciting encounters in both the girls’ and boys’ categories, with several teams delivering impressive performances. Zanimuone Girls defeated Ubuntu Girls 2-0, securing an important victory through disciplined defending and clinical [...]

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13 Jun

Zambia Defence Force 50th Anniversary Celebrated at OYDC Zambia.

Newton Tuseko2026-06-13T14:50:19+02:00

Sports activities commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the Zambia Defence Force have officially commenced at OYDC Zambia in Lusaka, bringing together members of the defence services, government officials, and invited guests. The activities were officially launched by the Permanent Secretary, Mr. Maambo Haamaundu, who symbolically kicked off the sporting programme with a penalty kick, signaling the start of the various competitions organized to mark the Golden Jubilee celebrations of the Zambia Defence Force. The event has attracted senior leadership from the [...]

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08 Jun

Teulings Youth Sports Challenge Lights Up Weekend with Football, Netball, Judo and Baseball5 Action

Newton Tuseko2026-06-08T08:46:45+02:00

The Teulings Youth Sports Challenge once again delivered an exciting weekend of youth sport at the OYDC-Zambia Sports Development Centre, bringing together young athletes from various communities and clubs to compete in football, netball, judo, and Baseball5. The competition continues to provide a valuable platform for young people to develop their sporting talents while promoting teamwork, discipline, and healthy lifestyles. The football competition saw both boys’ and girls’ teams battle for victory in a series of competitive matches. In the girls’ category, [...]

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04 Jun

OYDC Zambia extends its warmest birthday wishes to His Excellency Hakainde Hichilema, President of the Republic of Zambia.

Newton Tuseko2026-06-04T11:55:22+02:00

OYDC Zambia extends its warmest birthday wishes to His Excellency Hakainde Hichilema, President of the Republic of Zambia. As you celebrate this special day, we thank you for your service, leadership, and dedication to the people of Zambia. May this new year bring you good health, wisdom, strength, and continued success as you lead our nation toward greater prosperity. Happy Birthday, Your Excellency! From all of us at OYDC Zambia.

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03 Jun

Cycling for a Greener Future: Buffalo Bicycles Commemorates World Bicycle Day at OYDC Zambia.

Newton Tuseko2026-06-03T12:33:10+02:00

Buffalo Bicycles joined the global community in commemorating World Bicycle Day at OYDC Zambia, bringing together key stakeholders to celebrate the role of bicycles in promoting sustainable mobility, improving livelihoods, and protecting the environment. The event was officiated by the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development, Dr. Gabriel Pollen, who emphasized the importance of bicycles in transforming communities through improved access to education, healthcare, and public service delivery, particularly in rural areas. Dr. Pollen noted that [...]

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02 Jun

OYDC Zambia Proudly Supports DMI-St. Eugene University Annual Sports Day 2026

Newton Tuseko2026-06-02T11:49:29+02:00

OYDC Zambia was honoured to be part of the DMI-St. Eugene University Zambia Annual Sports Day held under the inspiring theme “Together We Play, Together We Grow.” Representing OYDC Zambia as Guest of Honour, Programmes Manager Mwange Kampamba officially opened the event and encouraged students to embrace sport as a powerful tool for personal growth, leadership, discipline, and academic success. In her address, she emphasized that sports and academics complement each other, helping young people develop the resilience, teamwork, and time-management [...]

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02 Jun

MMA ZAMBIA CELEBRATES INTERNATIONAL SUCCESS AS OYDC ATHLETES LEAD MEDAL HAUL

Newton Tuseko2026-06-02T09:05:52+02:00

Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Zambia has continued its impressive rise on the international stage after the national team returned home with an outstanding 16 medals from a team of 20 athletes, highlighting the growing strength of the sport in the country. The achievements were celebrated during a special medal presentation ceremony held at OYDC Zambia, where athletes, coaches, officials, and stakeholders gathered to recognize the team’s success. Three OYDC-based athletes were among the standout performers, with Alex Bwalya winning a gold [...]

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01 Jun

The National Olympic Committee of Zambia (NOCZ), together with the Olympic Refuge Foundation (ORF) and key stakeholders, toured the facilities at OYDC Zambia – Sports Development Centre during a two-day meeting held on May 25 and 26, 2026, as discussions continued on Zambia hosting the Sport Coach+ Train of Trainers Programme.

Newton Tuseko2026-06-01T13:50:26+02:00

The meeting, hosted at OYDC Zambia, focused on the possibility of Zambia becoming the first African country to implement the Sport Coach+ Programme, an initiative expected to benefit more than 500 coaches across the country. Among those in attendance were representatives from the Office of the Commissioner for Refugees, United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), Red Cross Red Crescent Movement MHPSS Hub, the Judo Association of Zambia, as well as OYDC Zambia’s acting CEO Benjamin Tembo and programmes manager [...]

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01 Jun

Teulings Youth Sports Challenge Delivers Exciting Weekend of Youth Sport at OYDC Zambia

Newton Tuseko2026-06-01T14:37:27+02:00

The Teulings Youth Sports Challenge continued over the weekend at OYDC Zambia, bringing together young athletes in a celebration of sport, competition, and youth development. The event featured exciting action in handball, taekwondo, beach volleyball, and hockey, with participants showcasing their talent, determination, and sportsmanship throughout the weekend. Handball League Produces Thrilling Encounters The Handball Challenge League delivered a series of competitive matches as teams battled for valuable points in Week 5 fixtures. OYDC A HC started strongly with a narrow 12-11 victory [...]

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11 May

Bankers Sports Day successfully hosted at OYDC Zambia.

Newton Tuseko2026-05-12T08:57:04+02:00

Over the weekend, OYDC Zambia successfully hosted the highly energetic and engaging Bankers Day sports activities, bringing together professionals from various banking institutions for a memorable experience of sport, networking, and recreation. The event featured a wide range of sporting disciplines including football, basketball, netball, pool, and several other recreational activities, all aimed at promoting teamwork, wellness, and interaction among participants outside the workplace environment. Participants displayed great sportsmanship and enthusiasm throughout the games, creating an exciting atmosphere at the OYDC [...]

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