(Kenyatta University & KAHPER-SD, 2004) Kadoodooba, M. A. B.
This paper examines results of a preliminary study undertaken at Kenyatta University, 'f<
into the practice of physical education and sports in primary and secondary schools in
Kenya and Uganda. The paper focuses on to the physical education curriculum, resources
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and resource mobilization for physical education in sports, and the organization of sports
programmes as common elements of the schools' educational programmes. The paper
describes and compares the current common practices in physical education and sports ilf
the two national education systems within Eastern Africa. Scientific reasons are sought 10
explain the differences-irt practice in terms of the varying social, educational, political
and economic environments of Kenya and Uganda