NBA boss launches basket ball court in Kenya

On September 16thCeo of Toronto Raptors, Masai Ujiri launched a basketball court in Nairobi's Korogocho informal settlement and promises to help make the game more popular in Africa.

NBA boss launches basket ball court in Kenya

The foundation behind the launch is called the Giants of Africa which is headed by Ujiri uses basketball to enrich lives as well as educate African kids and youth. Masai Ujiri was accompanied by Nairobi Senator Johnson Sakaja for the unveiling.

“GiantsOfAfrica, thank you for the great work you’re doing on the continent. Was honored to host you all together with Masai Ujiri today in Korogocho in Nairobi. Bless you, all so much for investing in our young people.” the senator appreciated. While speaking to Jeff Koinange on Citizen Tv the Ceo said“I am very proud to see the growth of basketball in this country. There is some movement in terms of growth and organization and that’s is very impressive.''

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