Through basketball training, mentorship, and leadership development, we help refugee and marginalized youth build confidence, develop life skills, and become leaders within their communities.
Our Programs
Our Programs
Structured Programs for All Ages and Skill Levels
Our programs are designed to develop both athletic and personal growth through structured basketball training, leadership development, and mentorship.
Flagship
Basketball Development Program
Regular training and mentorship opportunities for refugee and marginalized youth in Kampala. Focus on fundamentals, teamwork, discipline, and leadership.
U8
U14
U16
U18
U25
Camp
Imara Basketball Camp
Flagship initiative providing refugee youth and low-income communities with access to quality coaching, leadership training, and personal development.
🏕️ Kyaka II
🏕️ Nakivale
Girls Empowerment
HerPower Initiative
Women and girls empowerment program addressing mental health, leadership, entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and sports inclusion for refugee women and girls.
Leadership
Mentorship & Leadership Development
Build confidence, resilience, and leadership skills through mentorship programs that develop young people to become positive role models in their communities.
Events
Community Tournaments & Events
Regular tournaments, camps, and community engagement activities that bring young people together, build connections, and showcase talent.
Program Details
Learn More About Each Program
Flagship Program
Basketball Development Program
Our Basketball Development Program provides regular training and mentorship opportunities for refugee and marginalized youth in Kampala. The program is designed to develop both athletic and personal growth through structured basketball training, leadership development, and mentorship.
Age Categories:
U8 Development
U14 Development
U16 Development
U18 Development
U25 Youth Development
Focus Areas:
- Basketball fundamentals and technical skills
- Teamwork and discipline
- Leadership development
- Confidence building
- Mentorship and positive role models
- Community engagement
Flagship Initiative
Imara Basketball Camp
Imara Basketball Camp is a flagship initiative of Refugee Basketball Academy (RBA). The camp was created to provide refugee youth and young people from low-income communities with access to the same opportunities for learning, development, mentorship, and exposure through sport.
Program Includes:
- Basketball fundamentals and skills development
- Leadership training
- Mentorship sessions
- Career guidance
- Mental health and well-being discussions
- Storytelling and personal development workshops
- Coaching clinics
- Community engagement activities
- Networking and connection opportunities
Past Editions:
🏕️ Kyaka II Refugee Settlement
🏕️ Nakivale Refugee Settlement
Girls Empowerment
HerPower Initiative
HerPower is RBA's women and girls empowerment initiative. The program was created to provide equitable opportunities for refugee girls and women while addressing many of the challenges they face, including trauma, social exclusion, economic hardship, and limited access to opportunities.
Focus Areas:
- Mental health and psychosocial well-being
- Leadership development
- Entrepreneurship and livelihood skills
- Financial literacy and economic empowerment
- Basketball participation and sports inclusion
- Mentorship and peer support
- Gender equality and social inclusion
- Community leadership
- Life skills development
"When women rise, families grow stronger, communities become more resilient, and future generations are inspired to dream bigger."
Leadership
Mentorship & Leadership Development
We believe young people are not only the leaders of tomorrow but also the leaders of today. Through sport, mentorship, and education, we empower youth to develop the confidence, skills, and mindset needed to create positive change in their communities.
Key Components:
- One-on-one mentorship with experienced coaches
- Leadership workshops and training
- Life skills development
- Career guidance and pathway planning
- Peer mentoring opportunities
Events
Community Tournaments & Events
Regular tournaments, camps, and community engagement activities that bring young people together, build connections, showcase talent, and create opportunities for growth and development.
What We Offer:
- Regular community tournaments
- Basketball camps and clinics
- Community engagement activities
- Networking opportunities
- Talent showcase events
Our Model
Turning Potential into Opportunity
We believe every young person has potential. Our role is to provide the support, skills, mentorship, and opportunities needed to help them thrive.
250+
Youth Reached
Young athletes from refugee communities have found a home, purpose, and path forward through our programs and mentorship.
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Communities Reached
We work across Kampala, Kyaka II, and Nakivale Refugee Settlements, bringing opportunities to where they are needed most.
Kampala
Kyaka II
Nakivale
Founded 2024
Registered 2026
Our Core Values
- 🤝 Inclusion
- 🌟 Leadership
- 💎 Integrity
- 👥 Teamwork
- 💪 Resilience