Abstract:
The purpose of this study was to explore challenges faced in the implementation of the
Inclusive Education policy, with special reference to sport, at four secondary schools in
Masvingo District, Zimbabwe. This qualitative study adopted a case study design. Semistructured
interviews and observations were used to collect data from purposively sampled
school heads, team trainers, sports directors, pupils living with disabilities and a District
Schools Inspector (DSI). Data were analysed through emerging themes. The study revealed
that schools faced a number of challenges in the implementation of the Inclusive Education
policy in sport, among them being lack of trained manpower. The researchers believe that
such challenges could be overcome if the Zimbabwean government followed up on the policy
of inclusion. The study recommends that government injects some funds if the challenges are
to be overcome. The Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education (MoPSE) is encouraged
to enforce the said policy
