Olympafrica Centre Lusaka, Zambia

The Olympafrica Centre was delighted to welcome learners from Lubuto Primary School for a fun-filled day of sports and recreational activities.

The children participated in a variety of exciting activities, including athletics, football and fun games, promoting teamwork, physical fitness and the joy of active living.

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Happy Olympic Day!

OLYMPIC DAY

The National Olympic Committee of Zambia (NOCZ) is joining the global Olympic Movement in commemorating Olympic Day, celebrated annually on 23 June, and is encouraging Zambians to embrace sport and physical activity as a pathway to healthier lifestyles, improved well-being, and greater self-confidence.

This year's Olympic Day is being observed under the theme "You Can Do This!", with the global campaign motivating people of all ages and abilities to overcome self-doubt and discover the power of movement.

As part of the celebrations, the NOCZ will host its Olympic Day event on Saturday, 27 June 2026, at the OYDC Zambia – Sports Development Centre in Lusaka. The event will bring together athletes, schools, National Sports Federations, Olympic Movement stakeholders, and members of the public for an Olympic Day Run, mass aerobics sessions, fun movement activities, and a variety of sporting and recreational activities aimed at promoting the Olympic values of Excellence, Friendship, and Respect.

The NOCZ has called on all Zambians to be part of this year's celebrations by taking part in physical activities they enjoy and embracing the campaign message, "You Can Do This!" The Committee believes that every step towards an active lifestyle contributes to stronger communities, healthier citizens, and a brighter future through sport.

Ahead of the Olympic Day Celebration, the National Olympic Committee of Zambia continues to encourage citizens to engage in sport and physical activity for healthy lifestyles, well-being, and self-confidence. It aims to inspire individuals of all ages to overcome self-doubt and embrace the transformative power of movement and sport. This year’s campaign message is “You Can Do This." Engage in physical activities that appeal to you.

The NOCZ will celebrate this year’s Olympic Day on 27 June at the OYDC Zambia - Sports Development Centre, bringing together athletes, schools, National Sports Federations, Olympic Movement stakeholders, and members of the public for an Olympic Day Run, mass aerobics sessions, fun movement activities, and various sporting and recreational engagements that promote the Olympic values of Excellence, Friendship, and Respect under the theme, “You Can Do This!”.

Celebrated annually on 23 June, Olympic Day commemorates the founding of the modern Olympic Movement and returns this year under the inspiring theme, “You Can Do This!”. Through more than 150 events and activations worldwide, the campaign aims to encourage people of all ages and abilities to embrace physical activity, boost their well-being, and discover the power of movement.

Zambia Cricket Union Hosts ICC CRIIIO Women’s Cricket Week at Olympafrica Centre

The Zambia Cricket Union (ZCU) has hosted the ICC CRIIIO Women’s Cricket Week at the Olympafrica Centre in Lusaka as part of efforts to reintroduce cricket in schools and promote greater participation of girls in the sport.

The event brought together pupils from ten schools: Lubuto Primary School, Chipata Day Secondary School, Justin Kabwe School, Legacy Primary School, New Mandevu School, Mtendere Primary School, Chawama Primary School, Chimwemwe Primary School, Lotus Primary School, and Mkandawire Secondary School.

Speaking during the event , Olympafrica Centre Director, Tinyiko Kamanga, welcomed the initiative and commended the Zambia Cricket Union for using sport as a platform to empower young people.

Kamanga noted that the programme aligns with the Olympic values of excellence, friendship, and respect, which are central to the Olympafrica movement. He encouraged the pupils to actively participate in the activities, enjoy the sport, and embrace the values that promote personal growth and positive citizenship.

Meanwhile, CRIIIO Coordinator at the Zambia Cricket Union, Isaac Mwaba, said the programme was significant as it coincides with the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) Women’s Cricket Week, a global initiative aimed at increasing female participation in cricket.

Mwaba explained that involving schools was a deliberate strategy to build a strong foundation for the development of women’s cricket in Zambia.

“We decided to include schools because they are the foundation for talent development. If we want to grow women’s cricket, we must start by creating opportunities for young girls to learn and play the sport from an early age,” he said.

He added that the programme seeks to introduce more girls to cricket, nurture their interest in the game, and create pathways for future participation at higher levels of competition.

The ICC CRIIIO Women’s Cricket Week forms part of ongoing efforts by the Zambia Cricket Union and its partners to expand access to cricket and promote gender inclusion in sport across the country.

The Olympafrica Centre , extends warm birthday wishes to Tinyiko L. Kamanga, Director of the Olympafrica Centre.

May your day be filled with joy, good health, and continued success as you lead with dedication and passion.

We appreciate your commitment and the positive impact you continue to make. Happy birthday and best wishes for the year ahead.

Olympafrica Youth Empowerment Through Sport Programme wraps up with a grand finale in Lusaka

On 6 June 2026, the Olympafrica Centre Zambia hosted the grand finale of the Youth Empowerment Through Sport (O!YES) Programme. Hundreds of young people came together to celebrate how sport can make a difference in their lives.

The O!YES Programme is an annual initiative that runs for six months and aims to empower young people through sport while promoting education, leadership, life skills, and positive values.

National Olympic Committee of Zambia (NOCZ) Board Member and Chairperson of the National Olympic Academy (NOA), Mwape Zulu, emphasised the importance of young athletes embracing Olympic values both on and off the field of play.

Zulu encouraged participants to uphold the values of excellence, friendship, and respect in their daily lives, noting that sport provides an important platform for personal growth, discipline, and social development.

The programme attracted more than 400 children from various schools and communities, including learners from Lubulo Private School and Special Olympics Zambia, who actively participated in the event’s activities.

The grand finale featured a range of sporting and recreational activities, including dancing, skateboarding, and cycling, creating an engaging and inclusive environment for all participants.

The celebrations concluded with an awards ceremony where trophies and medals were presented to teams that finished first, second, and third in the seven-day O!YES tournament, recognising their outstanding performances and sportsmanship.

The O!YES Programme continues to serve as a beacon of hope for young people, using sport as a powerful tool for empowerment, education, and character development while fostering positive social values across communities.