South Sudanese community gathered around a basketball court

About Us

A community-built movement, born on the courts of South Sudan.

We exist to give South Sudanese youth what every child deserves a safe place to play, a coach who believes in them, and a clear path forward.

Our Mission

To empower youth in South Sudan through basketball by providing essential resources, mentorship, and opportunities for growth on the court and beyond.

Our Vision

A generation of South Sudanese youth equipped with the skills, confidence, and community to lead building the future of their nation through sport, education, and service.

The Ubuntu Way

Four values. One philosophy.

Ubuntu "I am because we are" shapes everything we do.

Interconnectedness

We rise together. Every youth lifted up lifts the whole community.

Ethical Living

Integrity on the court mirrors integrity in life. We coach character first.

Community Support

From elders to alumni, the village raises the player. We honor that village.

Reconciliation & Healing

Sport bridges division and brings the youth from every apart of the country together.

Mabilmawut Kon Mabil

Our Founder

Mabilmawut Kon Mabil

Born in Kakuma Refugee Camp. Played Division I basketball at the University of Arizona. Now builds the path he wishes had existed for the next kid in the camp who sees a basketball and sees a future.

Read his journey

Meet the team building this with us.

Coaches, organizers, and supporters around the world.