The Ministry of Sports and Culture will initiate the routine ‘Sports for All’ government programme today in Ngororero District, Western Province.

According to a ministry official, the initiative is one of the pillars of social transformation and development in the Rwandan society, aimed at introducing the whole population to sports.

"Physical exercise is good for the mind, body and spirit, and also it reduces stress and maintains a perfect health,” the official noted.

The programme was launched in March 2013 by the Ministry of Sports and Culture, and has so far been carried out in 25 districts across the country.

On Friday, the programme will bring together residents of Ngororero District including students, district administrators, civil society and government officials, as well as corporate companies.

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