Eden University, Polish Partner Engage National Sports Council on Advancing Sports Science
By Eden University
Lusaka – Eden University, in collaboration with its Polish-based partner institution, WSG University, has taken a significant step towards advancing sports science education in Zambia.
A delegation led by Eden University Vice Chancellor, Dr. Alvert Ng’andu, with senior management staff and a two-member team from WSG, held a courtesy meeting with the National Sports Council of Zambia (NSCZ) on Friday.
The meeting, held at the NSCZ headquarters, aimed to assess the current integration of sports science within the Zambian sports landscape and explore avenues for strengthening athlete performance through academic programs in sports science and sports management.
Speaking during the meeting, Dr. Ng’andu emphasized Eden University’s commitment to supporting national efforts in enhancing sports performance. He highlighted the importance of structured training in sports dynamics, noting that academic backing in sports science would play a vital role in producing world-class athletes.
“As a university, we are committed to ensuring that athletes and sports administrators are equipped with the necessary scientific knowledge to consistently achieve excellence,” said Dr. Ng’andu.
“We are optimistic that through a well-structured Memorandum of Understanding, we will open new doors for the National Sports Council and the sports fraternity at large,” he added.
NSCZ CEO, Sombwa Musunsa welcomed the delegation and expressed gratitude to Eden University and WSG for considering a partnership. He reiterated that the council’s mandate aligns perfectly with the proposal, as it aspires to elevate the standard of sports performance in Zambia through a scientific approach.
“Our vision has always been to produce athletes who can consistently mint medals on both continental and global stages,” Musunsa said.
“Integrating sports science into athlete development is not just timely but essential,” he added.
Leading the WSG team, Professor Skaily presented several success stories from countries such as Kazakhstan, Poland, Germany, and parts of Africa, where the introduction of sports science programs had significantly boosted athletic performance at national and continental competitions.
He outlined potential areas where NSCZ and its affiliates could benefit, including athlete management, injury prevention, nutrition, and psychological conditioning.
