CLARIFICATION ON UNPAID ALLOWANCE AND CONCERNS ABOUT THE POOR MANAGEMENT AND SPORTS ADMINISTRATION OF ZAMBIA. I would like to take this opportunity to address some important issues regarding recent press statements made by the Ministry of Sports Mr Elvis Nkandu and the overall sports Ministry. First and foremost, it has come to my attention and many other sports individual that the Ministry of Sports recently announced that all sports men and women have received their allowances and the only dues that are pending are for the winning bonuses,this was also addressed by some social media influencers .I must clarify that, contrary to this statement,we have not received any such payment. This situation is concerning, as these allowances are crucial for sports men and women to cover their training expenses as almost every individual provides with themselves transport for training, and day-to-day living costs of which most of the sports personnel have families that they do take care of The lack of financial support directly impacts our ability to perform at our best and represent Zambia with honor and dedication on the global stage. The statement made on 23rd August 2024 is void as athletes have not received allowances from the Paris24 Olympic. Furthermore, as sports and women we would like to express my deep concerns regarding the current state of sports management in Zambia. It is increasingly evident that there is a significant lack of individuals with a proper background in sports within the countries sports administration. This has led to numerous challenges, including inefficient resource allocation, inadequate support for athletes, and a general lack of strategic vision for the future of sports in our country. Sports management should be driven by individuals who have firsthand experience and a deep understanding of the unique demands faced by sports men and women. Unfortunately, not to look down on them but, the administration seems to lack this essential expertise, resulting in decisions that do not align with the needs of or the development of sports in Zambia. This mismanagement is detrimental not only to the sport's Men and women but also to the country’s potential to excel in international competitions and bring back home results as expected by citizens. We urge the government of Zambia to address these concerns with urgency. It is crucial to involve professionals who have a genuine understanding of sports and are committed to fostering an environment that supports and enhances the performance of sports men and women. By doing so, we can ensure that sports men and women are adequately supported and that Zambia can achieve greater success in sports but if ignored the dream of that child who looks forward to putting the country in the world of sport will be killed. As sports men and women we remain committed to representing Zambia to the best of our abilities and hope that the necessary steps will be taken to improve the management and support of sports in our country. Muzala Samukonga Sports