Ministry of Sports

Presentation

The Senegalese sport as leader Mr. Matar Ba is on 4 July 2012 at the head of the ministerial department

Missions

 Under the authority of the Prime Minister, the Minister of Sports prepares and implements the policy defined by the Head of State in the area of ??physical education and sports, in accordance with the universal values ??of Olympism. As such, he is responsible for the promotion of physical education and encourages the popular practice of sports, by planning and implementing quality sports infrastructure in the country. It promotes and supports the emergence of high-level athletes. It ensures the participation of athletes in international competitions in the best possible conditions. It ensures adequate financing of Senegalese sport. It sets up a social program for the benefit of top athletes can no longer compete. It ensures compliance with the prohibition of doping practices, and education promotes the fight against this phenomenon. It is responsible institutions specializing in sports education and training of intervening physical education teachers in general education schools. In connection with the Ministries of Education, Technology and Higher Education Education, it promotes the sport in schools and universities. He supervises the sports federations and ensures their good current operation while supporting their activities of capacity building and organizing competitions.