LSRC launches grassroots sports leadership drive

Kananelo Mokhele

The Lesotho Sports and Recreation Commission (LSRC) has launched a community sports leadership initiative aimed at promoting active lifestyles while strengthening local sports management structures.

The programme, known as the Certified Leadership Course (CLC) Community Project Implementation, was recently launched at Selesele Football Club ground in Ha Motolo, Berea.

It seeks to equip community members with leadership skills while encouraging wider participation in physical activities to improve public health.

Representing the Ministry of Tourism, Sports, Arts and Culture, ‘Matšepo Khau said sport should not only be associated with global competitions but should also be viewed as an essential part of everyday life that contributes to the wellbeing of Basotho.

She explained that physical activity plays a key role in preventing many communicable and non-communicable diseases affecting the population.

Khau encouraged members of the public to incorporate simple forms of exercise into their daily routines, noting that activities such as walking can significantly improve health without the need for organised sport.

LSRC’s Deputy President Kamohelo Hlomisi said the initiative aims to unite communities through sport while also creating opportunities for personal and economic development.

According to Hlomisi, the Certified Leadership Course was designed to empower individuals with practical knowledge in sports leadership and administration. Participants are expected to apply the skills gained to implement community-based sport and fitness projects that encourage broader public participation.

He said the programme will be rolled out in five districts, Mafeteng, Berea, Botha-Bothe, Leribe and Qacha’s Nek, with each district implementing activities tailored to the needs of its communities.

Hlomisi added that the initiative promotes healthy living by encouraging people to remain physically active and adopt positive lifestyle habits such as balanced diets and productive activities including farming and walking.

He further noted that sport can play a crucial role in addressing social challenges among young people. By engaging youth in constructive activities, he said, sport can help reduce problems such as teenage pregnancy and behavioural issues within communities.

LSRC Public Relations Officer Advocate Jobo Raswoko said the project follows earlier training conducted in partnership with TAFISA in November, where community representatives were trained to design projects that support sport and health development.

Raswoko explained that the trained participants will now implement the initiatives in their respective communities following the official launch.

The CLC Community Project is expected to boost grassroots participation in sport while fostering healthier lifestyles across the participating districts.

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