Jul 10, 2019 | Taekwondo
The government of Malawi has shown interest to include disability sports in the school’s syllabus as a means to promote sports among disabled students.
The disability sports in the schools will be under the ‘ I’m POSSIBLE ‘, a global initiative being supported by International Paralympic Committee which is still on the pilot phase and has reached 30 primary schools.
The I’m Impossible programme encourages schools to be creating favorable environment for children with disabilities to be taking part in the sports of abled children.
James Chiutsi, Malawi Paralympic Committee (MOC) president said they had been meeting the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology on the plans on how to implement the project in schools.
“We submitted a proposal to the ministry requesting for the programme to be streamlined in the schools’ syllabus and government showed interest. In principle, the government has agreed to consider the inclusion of the disability sports but awaits the review of the programme in two years’ time”, said Chiutsi.
The representative for the ministry of education, science and technology, Ivy Mthethiwa applauded the initiative.
“The ministry is impressed with the programme since it strengthens the bonds that exists between the able and disabled children in the communities”, she remarked.
She said this during the event demonstration of the programme delibaeratley held as a post step in promoting it.
Agitos Foundations, the sponsors of the programme hailed the government and MOC’s commitment towards the project.
“We are impressed with the wonderful job done by MOC in raising awareness on Paralympic sports. Children are more inclusive when it comes to take part in sports activities”, said the Foundation’s representative, Ciara Cibben.
Jul 10, 2019 | Archery, News
Arenao David won a gold medal in 70 meters contest at Archery Open Championship in Lausanne, Switzerland, after beating 39 other archers on 23 June, 2019.
David is doing his solidarity training scholarship in Switzerland under international Olympic Committee’s (IOC) Olympic and he was excited with his performance.
“I am glad to have beaten experienced athletes. I am confident that I will qualify for the 2020 Olympic Games”, he said.
The spokesperson for Malawi Olympic Committee (MOC) Kyththrina Phiri commented that the competition was part of training for 2019 Morocco All Africa and Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games in Japan during the interview.
David also qualified for Rio Olympic Games in 2016.
Henry Sakala, president for Archery Association congratulated the Arenao David for his wonderful performance.
“Let’s wish him well and other archers well as they prepare for Olympic Games in 2020”’ he said.
Boxing, swimming and athletics have been representing Malawi on solidarity. Another game apart from archery heading to qualify for the Olympic Games is Judo.
Jul 6, 2019 | Athletes
The prize money for the first athlete in Standard Bank Be More Race Run slated for June 15 2019 in Lilongwe has been adjusted to k 1.7 million from k 1.5 million.
The Race which is in three categories ranging from 21 Km (which is half marathon), 10 km and 5km is expected to start at 6:00 am from Standard Bank Head offices in City Centre and will finish at Bingu International Convention Centre (BICC).
Standard Bank Public Relations Officer (PRO), Thoko Unyolo said there is no limitation for anyone willing to participate in the race. They have also incorporated any age group as young as nine years and as far as 69 years in this year’s city race just as in previous.
“Registration is still underway to give chances to everyone who wishes to take part. We expect to have international athletes again just as in the previous race”, she said.
Standard Bank Be More Race is in its third edition after being introduced in in 2017 as a way for the bank to interact with its customers, families, business partners and communities.
The PRO pointed out that this is one of the most unique Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives that use a national platform to integrate finance, inclusion, wellness, health and education into one class act.
“The ultimate goal is to promote good health and wellness while paying attention to national causes, particularly the plight of the Girl Child struggling with access to education. We are therefore calling upon all residents of Lilongwe to register for the race and be part of the Be More Race whereby wellness, music and social interaction are prime benefits,” she said.
General Secretary for Athletics Association of Malawi (AAM) Frank Chitembeya thanked Standard Bank for taking part in promoting sports in Malawi.
“Be More Race is the center of talent development in the country” he said.
During the second edition of Standard Bank Be More Race, Malawian athletes dominated the tournmanet with athlete Kefasi Kasteni coming first by finishing in 1 hour 8 minutes 51 seconds, seconded by Kenyan athlete Kipkogey Shadrack who finished in 1 hour 9 minutes 2 seconds.
Another Malawian athlete Chancy Master finished the race in 1 hour 9 minutes 44 seconds and came third.
In ladies category, Cecilia Mhango came second by finishing in 1 hour 24 minutes 55 seconds and lost a gold medal to a Kenyan athlete, Mercy Gelimo who came first by finishing in 1 hour 22 minutes 33 seconds and Tereza Master, another female Malawian athlete came third.
Jul 5, 2019 | News
As part of our vision Malawi National Council of (MNCS) operates within a global context and as part of global focus, MNCS got into an agreement with Norwegian Olympic and Paralympic Committee and Confederation of sport (NIF) to run a Youth Sport Exchange Program for a duration of 10 months, with participants coming mainly from Norway and Zambia. The purpose of the program is to enrich the experiences of both overseas and local volunteers involved in sport and other related issues.
The Council will in September this year receive seven (7) volunteers to be placed at two (2) each in Mzuzu and Lilongwe and three (3) in Blantyre. The volunteers will be involved in schools as well as community based sport programs.
In the above regard, the Council requests for offers from the general public in the three (3) indicated cities to host volunteers in this year’s program. The minimum requirements are:
(1) The host family must provide the volunteer with his/her own room with a lockable door.
(2) The host family must be able to provide the volunteer with three (3) meals a day.
(3) At least one member of the host family staying in the house should speak English.
From past experiences, volunteers enjoy the lifestyle and warm hospitality of their Malawian host families. They have fun practicing Chichewa conversation with family members, trying various foods and participation in cultural events among others.
By agreeing to host a volunteer you are not only providing your family with a rich cultural experience , but also assist the Council to improve its operations and also to develop international links. It is the goodwill of the host families that have come forward to assist that have made the program such a success.
We greatly appreciate the generosity of families who hosted our past overseas volunteers and ask that others consider participating in this program. Families that are interested should contact the following as soon as possible;
Blantyre: Felix Yola, Blantyre Youth Center 0888944787
Lilongwe: Isaac Phiri, Kamuzu Institute of Sport 0888829402
Mzuzu: Georgina Msowoya, Regional Sport Development Office 0884124772
Sports Council: Ruth Mzengo 0888822528
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