Promoting inclusive physical education, sport, and physical activity for children in Africa WHITE PAPER

Africa’s child population is rapidly expanding, with approximately 650 million children under the age of eighteen. By 2100, they are projected to constitute half of the world’s youth. Ensuring a healthy, productive, and prosperous future for African youth requires
universal access to education, including inclusive PESPA programmes.
This white paper addresses the promotion of inclusive physical education, sport, and physical activity (PEPSA) for children in Africa. It identifies five primary challenges that hinder children in Africa from accessing physical education, participating in sports and physical activities, and embarking on a lifelong journey of engagement in these activities which bring with them associated physical, psychological, and social benefits.