Cameroonians from all layers of society gathered in Yaoundé on April 5, 2023, to celebrate the 10th International Day of Sport for Development and Peace with a sports walk. Over 300 participants gathered on May 20 Boulevard in the center of town, which was the starting point for the walk. The event was organized by the Ministry of Sport and Physical Education in collaboration with UNESCO, to highlight the importance of sports in human life and society.
The Sports Walk Draws Crowds
The athletic march drew crowds, with many Yaoundé residents joining the walk along the way before the marchers reached the Yaoundé Multipurpose Sports Complex in the Warda district, which was the point of arrival. The participants carried messages about the importance of sports in human life and society. Sport walk lasted for two hours.
Importance of sports and physical activity
The Minister of Sports and Physical Education, Muel Comby, congratulated the organizers for their efforts in making the event a success. He emphasized that the President of the Republic, Paul Biya, pays great attention to the development of sports and physical activity in the country, and that is why he created great infrastructure designed for sports.
She sports walk was a great success and showed the importance of sports in promoting a healthy lifestyle and building a strong community. He also expressed his gratitude to UNESCO for their collaboration and support in organizing the event.
Overall, the sports walk organized by the Ministry of Sport and Physical Education in collaboration with UNESCO to celebrate the 10th International Day of Sports was a huge success. It brought together Cameroonians from all walks of life, highlighting the importance of sports in promoting a healthy lifestyle and building a strong community. The event showed that sports can bring people together and foster a positive spirit of cooperation and collaboration.
