WHO WE ARE
Sport In Action (SIA) is a non-governmental organization (NGO) whose purpose is to improve people’s quality of life through sport and recreational activities. Founded in 1998, Sport in Action was the first Zambian sports NGO and its programs now positively impact the lives of thousands of children throughout the 12 districts in Zambia.
Sport in Action staff, supported by a team of volunteers, work towards transforming the lives of children, many of whom come from challenging backgrounds. Through education we aim to enhance young people’s knowledge in topical areas of health and life skills, with a view to developing motivation, self-development and self-reliance through social, cultural and economic empowerment.
MISSION
Sport in Action is a Zambian NGO that uses sport and recreation as a development tool in schools and communities to address HIV/AIDS, gender equality, and other health and social issues, empowering children, youth, and communities to live active, healthy lives and contribute to national development.
VISION
Active, Healthy and Better Living for All.
British High Commissioner Joins as Deputy Patron of DofE Award, Strengthening SIA’s Youth Development Partnerships
Sport In Action is proud to celebrate a major milestone for the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Zambia, following the appointment of British High Commissioner Her Excellency Rebecca Terzeon as Deputy Chief Patron. The announcement, made in Lusaka on 16 June 2026, reinforces a partnership model SIA knows well: that meaningful change for young people…
60 Kilometres from Care: Reaching Zambia’s Hardest-to-Reach Communities Through Sport
Sport has the power to change the world. Sport In Action, in partnership with Churches Health Association of Zambia, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health with support from GAVI, used the power of sport to conduct the Big Catch Up tournament across 6 districts in the Southern and Western Province of Zambia. The initiative…
Volunteer Zambia 2026 Cohort Welcomed at British High Commission Induction
The Volunteer Zambia 2026 Group One cohort was officially welcomed today during an in-country induction held at the British High Commission in Lusaka. The volunteers will spend the next eight weeks working alongside Sport in Action local coaches in various communities across Zambia, contributing to youth development through sport and community engagement. The cohort was…
SPORT IN ACTION EXPANDS BCU INTEGRATED SPORTS TOURNAMENTS ACROSS SOUTHERN AND WESTERN PROVINCES
Sport In Action (SIA), in partnership with the Ministry of Health and the Churches Health Association of Zambia (CHAZ), with support from GAVI, successfully implemented Integrated Sports Tournaments across Southern and Western Provinces, using sport as a platform for community engagement and the promotion of routine immunisation and health awareness. Across the six outreach activities…
No Child Left Behind: How Community Outreach Helped Dina Access Life-Saving Vaccines
Through community outreach and the dedication of the Community-Based Volunteers (CVBs), Sport In Action continues to work with communities to ensure that vulnerable children are identified and supported so they can access the healthcare services they need. Dina’s journey is a powerful reminder that with community support and coordinated action, no child should be left…
Empowering Youth Through Sport: Orientation Training Held in Kasama and Luwingu
Young people in Kasama and Luwingu will soon have greater opportunities to participate in structured sport activities following a two day orientation training conducted by Sport in Action (SIA) in partnership with the The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Zambia. The training, held on 18 and 19 March, brought together teachers and staff from the…
Strengthening School Sports in Zambia: A Call for Structural Reform
On 19th February 2026, Sport In Action presented a submission to the Committee on Youth, Sport and Child Matters on the state of school sports in Zambia. The submission focused on one central issue. Zambia has strong policy commitments for school sport, but implementation gaps continue to limit impact. School sport is not an extracurricular…
Solar Power, Dignity, and Brighter Days at Fountain of Hope
A major step forward has been taken at Fountain of Hope, one that strengthens care, dignity, and opportunity for the young people who call the center home.With the generous support of Volunteer Zambia, Durham University, and the University of St Andrews, a new solar power system has been successfully installed at the facility. This upgrade…
FIBA and Sport In Action – Bringing Basketball to Every Community
At Sport In Action, we believe basketball can change lives. It is more than just a game. It teaches teamwork, builds confidence, and creates safe spaces for young people to grow. Last year, we received an incredible boost from FIBA through their Basketball for Good campaign when they donated basketballs to our programs. These basketballs…
12 SIA Participants To be Trained as Dance Instructors.
Sport in Action officially kicked off its first ZOCA dance fitness certification class, marking an important step in using dance and physical activity as tools for youth empowerment, skills development, and income generation. The 1st session brought together 12 programme participants who were introduced to the ZOCA dance fitness style through guided movement, choreography, and…