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Ministry of Youth and Sports

11 February 2026 by
CWI Summits Limited, Christopher Higgins

The Ministry of Youth and Sports plays a central role in shaping opportunities for young people and strengthening national participation in sport. Its mandate focuses on youth development, skills advancement, community engagement, and the promotion of organised sporting activity at national and regional levels.

The Ministry supports policies and programmes that aim to expand access to education, training, and entrepreneurship for young people. It works with public institutions, private sector actors, and development partners to encourage structured pathways into employment and civic participation. Youth engagement remains a key pillar in long-term economic and social stability.

In the field of sport, the Ministry oversees the development of national sporting frameworks, supports federations and associations, and promotes participation in regional and international competitions. Sport provides a platform for unity, discipline, and international representation.

For international partners, the Ministry represents an important institutional counterpart in initiatives linked to youth empowerment, vocational development, infrastructure, and sports investment. It provides a formal channel for dialogue on programmes that align with national priorities.

Engagement with the Ministry contributes to broader objectives of capacity-building, inclusion, and sustainable development within the youth and sports sectors.

Website:

https://mys.gov.ss