Special Olympics Africa has praised the Zambian government for its ongoing commitment to promoting inclusive sports programs for athletes with intellectual disabilities after the successful Unified Championships Schools (U.C.S) competition held over the long weekend at the Bank of Zambia Sports Complex in Lusaka.
Nyasha Derera, the Region Coordinator for Athlete Leadership and Youth Engagement at Special Olympics Africa, highlights the importance of state support in creating an inclusive society commending the government for creating an inclusive environment ensures equal access to education for all.
Ngawa Mumba, Senior Manager for Youth Engagement at Special Olympics Africa, is calling for stronger policies that integrate inclusive sports at the grassroots level.
Ministry of Education Permanent Secretary Dr. Kelvin Mambwe, applauds the UCS competition as a meaningful step toward inclusive education reaffirming the Ministry’s support for initiatives by Special Olympics Zambia and stresses the government’s commitment to maintaining inclusive educational spaces.
By Mulenga Chipampe Makasa
