Sports in Africa Hinges on 'Unity in Diversity and Capacity,' Expert Says
Sports in Africa Hinges on 'Unity in Diversity and Capacity,' Expert Says
Analysts argue that Africa could close the performance gap with the Global North at major sporting events if it confronts deep structural challenges and undertakes comprehensive reforms to build a sustainable sports ecosystem.
Sports is your physical strength, your cognitive domain, and your psychology. It means a lot. So if any of them is lacking, there will be a loophole somewhere along the line. When you provide all these accessories, or what may be called ingredients, the difference will be clear [...]. Since we know that football has become an export commodity, we should promote the exportation of our players. It's important,
#AfricanCurrents interviewed Nigerian sports administrator and historian, and a respected voice in the global sports community Ejikeme Ikwunze, aka Mr. Football, to dissect the challenges hindering sports and talent development in Africa, and solutions, as well as the politicization of international athletic federations.
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