South Africa to host 20th edition of NBA Basketball Without Borders

The National Basketball Association (NBA) and the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) have announced that the 20th edition of Basketball Without Borders (BWB) Africa, scheduled to begin on August 3 and end on August 6, 2024, will be held in South Africa.

This is the 16th time that the NBA and FIBA ​​global basketball development and community outreach program will be held in South Africa.

BWB Africa camps have previously been held in Dakar, Senegal (2010 and 2019), Luanda, Angola (2016) and Cairo, Egypt (2022).

According to Supersports.com, As part of BWB Africa 2024, 30 boys and 30 girls from over 20 African countries will have the opportunity to learn directly from current and former NBA, WNBA and FIBA ​​players, legends and coaches. They will also compete alongside their peers from across the continent.

Campers and coaches, whose identities will be revealed prior to camp, will participate in life skills and leadership development programs.

NBA Africa CEO Clare Akamanzi expressed her excitement at bringing BWB back to South Africa, emphasising the growing momentum of basketball in the country.

“We look forward to welcoming some of the most talented boys and girls from across the continent for four days of high-level basketball training, competition and leadership development that will have a lasting impact on their personal and on-court journeys,” Akamanzi said.

FIBA Africa Executive Director Alphonse Bile highlighted the impact of BWB, calling it a crucial lever for basketball on the continent.

The collaboration between the NBA and FIBA ​​extends beyond the BWB, including the Basketball Africa League, BAL, which provides valuable opportunities for African youth and coaches both on and off the court.