Our Team
The People Behind RBA
Refugee Basketball Academy is led by a passionate team of young leaders, coaches, and community builders committed to empowering refugee and marginalized youth through sport.
Stephane Kulimushi
Founder & CEO
Young Leader for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) • Youth Leader for the Global Partnership for Education (GPE) • Member of the Refugee Education Council (REC)
Jonathan Mbinga
Co-Founder & Head Coach
Responsible for coaching, player development, mentorship, and youth engagement.
Bonza Benjamin
Technical Director
Responsible for technical development, sports programming, training quality assurance, and athlete development.
Carine Ashuza
Secretary
Responsible for administration, documentation, coordination, and organizational support.
Jordan Mateen
Media Officer
Responsible for communication, storytelling, social media management, photography, and media coverage.
Joy
Mental Health Officer
Responsible for mental health awareness, psychosocial support, well-being initiatives, and participant support services.
Our Leadership Principles
Refugee Basketball Academy is led by a passionate team of young leaders, coaches, and community builders committed to empowering refugee and marginalized youth through sport.