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Kenya President William Ruto (c) was in attendance as Masai Ujiri's Zaria Group signed a deal with Kenya Railway to develop Nairobi Arena. Courtesy photos

Ujiri’s Zaria Group signs deal for Nairobi Arena project

Masai Ujiri’s Zaria Group has signed a long-term lease agreement with Kenya Railways Corporation to develop a major indoor arena and surrounding entertainment district in Nairobi, Kenya. The

Saturday, April 11, 2026

RSSB Tigers beat South African champions Johannesburg Giants 102–89 at SunBet Arena, Pretoria.

BAL 2026: Things that stood out at Kalahari Conference

The Kalahari Conference of the Basketball Africa League (BAL) that concluded in Pretoria, South Africa, will be remembered as one of the most entertaining and thrilling moments since the league

Monday, April 06, 2026

Patriots guard Franklin Damaria scored 66 points in Patriots 103-78 win over EAUR on Sunday and set a new record for highest points by a player in a single game. Courtesy

Basketball: Franklin Damaria sets new league scoring record

Patriots guard Franklin Damaria etched his name into Rwanda Basketball League history with a 66-point performance—the highest ever in a single game—leading his side to a 103–78 victory over

Monday, April 06, 2026

The BAL could turn into a franchise, according to NBA Africa CEO Clare Akamanzi. Courtesy

What’s a sports franchise as BAL eyes structural shift?

Recently, NBA Africa CEO Clare Akamanzi revealed plans to transition the Basketball Africa League (BAL) into a franchise-based competition as part of its long-term growth strategy in Africa. A sports

Monday, April 06, 2026

Nairobi City Thunder-Beat RSSB Tigers in last BAL Kalahari Conference game but failed to qualfy for playoffs in Kigali. courtesy

Nairobi City Thunder end Tigers’ conference unbeaten run

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Randall sets two BAL records as Tigers extend unbeaten run

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OFFICIAL: Tigers, Petro de Luanda clinch first playoff spots

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Volleyball playoffs: APR WVC coach unfased ahead of Game 2

RSSB Tigers beat South African champions Johannesburg Giants 102–89 at SunBet Arena, Pretoria, on Wednesday. Courtesy

RSSB Tigers beat Johannesburg Giants to qualify for BAL 2026 playoffs

The 2.08m big man is averaging 12.5 points and an impressive 17.5 rebounds per game, making a major impact on both ends of the court.

Mangok Mathiang talks Tigers form, BAL targets

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Bugesera: Survivors recall Pastor Uwinkindi’s atrocities as 150 Genocide victims are laid to rest

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Documentary highlights how football saved lives during the Genocide

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What to know as Kigali hosts Africa club volleyball championship

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Born out of rape, a woman's journey through pain, identity crisis and hope

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All Visit Rwanda partners into UEFA Champions League semis

RSSB Tigers won their opening game on Friday. Tigers will return to court on Wednesday, April 1, when they go up against Johannesburg Giants who are winless in their past two games despite playing on home soil. Courtesy

BAL 2026: What's the idea behind RSSB Tigers' ‘resilience’ helmet?

Tuesday, March 31, 2026

Masai Ujiri, one of the most respected executives in global basketball, has joined the Toronto Tempo as a Principal Owner.

Masai Ujiri joins Toronto Tempo ownership group

Tuesday, March 31, 2026

RSSB Tigers' Antino Jackson celebrates as the Rwandan side secures a hard-fought 82-78 victory over Petro de Luanda this Sunday at the SunBet Arena in Pretoria, South Africa. Courtesy

BAL 2026: Jackson Jr. hits game-winner as Tigers down Petro de Luanda

Sunday, March 29, 2026

Clare Akamanzi speaking during a press conference to officially open the 2026 BAL season in Pretoria on Friday, March 27. Photo by Damas Sikubwabo

Akamanzi talks plans to turn BAL into a franchise

Sunday, March 29, 2026

Petro de Luanda put more misery on Al Ahly Ly in BAL Kalahari Conference with 104-90 win at SunBet Arena on Saturday, March 28. Courtesy

Petro de Luanda cruise past Al Ahly Ly as Libyans' woes deepen

Saturday, March 28, 2026

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BAL 2026: RSSB Tigers shock Al Ahly in season opener

Friday, March 27, 2026

Rwanda's RSSB Tigers Basketball Club will face off with Libya’s Al Ahly Ly in the opening game of the Kalahari Conference of the Basketball Africa League (BAL) 2026, on March 27. DAMAS SIKUBWABO

RSSB Tigers face off with Al Ahly in BAL 2026 opener

Friday, March 27, 2026

Ntore Habimana is part of RSSB Tigers roster that flew to Pretoria, South Africa, on Tuesday for the BAL Kalahari Conference. courtesy

What to watch for in the BAL 2026 season

Thursday, March 26, 2026

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