The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has announced that it is ready to sponsor the South Sudan national basketball team if the team is drawn in Japan’s group at the upcoming FIBA Basketball World Cup in 2023. The announcement comes as part of JICA’s ongoing efforts to support the development and promote sports in South Sudan.
JICA is a government agency that provides technical and financial support for development projects in developing countries around the world. The agency has been active in South Sudan since its independence in 2011, working to support various development projects in the country.
The South Sudan national basketball team is relatively new, having been established in 2011. However, the team has quickly gained recognition and has been making significant progress in recent years. In 2021, the team qualified for the FIBA AfroBasket tournament for the first time in its history and has also qualified for the FIBA Basketball World Cup this year.
The FIBA Basketball World Cup is one of the most prestigious basketball tournaments in the world, featuring teams from around the globe. The tournament is set to take place in Japan in 2023, and JICA has expressed its willingness to support the South Sudan team if they are drawn in Japan’s group.
JICA’s sponsorship would include financial support for the team’s training, equipment, and travel expenses to Japan. It would also provide an opportunity for the team to showcase their talents on a global stage and help promote basketball in South Sudan.
In addition to supporting the South Sudan basketball team, JICA has been working to promote sports and physical activity in South Sudan more broadly. The agency has been supporting the development of sports facilities and programs in the country, as well as working to promote gender equality in sports.
The announcement by JICA has been welcomed by basketball fans and sports enthusiasts in South Sudan. It is seen as a positive step towards promoting the development of basketball in the country and providing opportunities for young athletes to pursue their dreams.
The South Sudan basketball team is expected to participate in the FIBA Basketball World Cup tournament later this year, and fans are eagerly awaiting the team’s performance. With the support of JICA and other partners, the team is poised to make significant progress and inspire a new generation of basketball players in South Sudan.
