The Handball Association of Zambia has achieved a significant milestone in the lead-up to the Youth Olympic Games Dakar 2026, with Cornelile Moleya appointed to the Local Organizing Committee. Moleya will serve as an Assistant Coordinator under the prestigious Dakar Learning Academy, a key programme aimed at preparing young professionals for the delivery of the Games.
The Youth Olympic Games are scheduled to take place from October 31 to November 13, 2026. The Dakar 2026 Learning Academy focuses on youth capacity building, recruiting and equipping emerging professionals with essential skills, knowledge, and practical experience needed to support the planning and execution of the Olympic Games.
Moleya’s role as Assistant Coordinator will involve both administrative and operational responsibilities, offering him hands-on experience in event management, logistics, and coordination. This appointment provides Zambia with prominent representation on an international sporting stage, highlighting the country’s growing influence in global sports administration.
The Learning Academy combines structured training with practical exposure, ensuring participants gain competencies in areas such as project management, stakeholder engagement, and event delivery. By engaging young professionals in such high-level programmes, the initiative aims to create a generation of skilled leaders capable of managing major sporting events worldwide.
Zambia’s involvement through Moleya reflects the country’s commitment to developing human capacity in sports management and international event coordination. It also strengthens the nation’s visibility and reputation in the global sports community, positioning Zambian professionals to play influential roles in future international sporting events.
Cornelile Moleya’s appointment is expected to inspire other young Zambians interested in sports administration, demonstrating the opportunities available through international collaborations and capacity-building initiatives. The Handball Association of Zambia continues to support talent development both on and off the field, reinforcing its dedication to advancing sports excellence nationally and internationally.