Libreville, Friday October 11, 2024 (Gabon News) – The support that the Toronto Raptors intend to give to Gabon, especially in developing sports infrastructure and activities for young people, was the focus of their interview.
Mr. Masai Ujiri, President of the Toronto Raptors and founder of the Giants of Africa group, spoke to the Gabonese Head of State last Thursday at the Presidential Palace in Libreville.
The meeting between the president of the movement and the president of the NBA basketball team, which is part of the promotion and development of sports in Gabon, marks the beginning of a partnership with the Giants of Africa, especially through organizing a Basketball Camp. for youth.
At the Presidency of the Republic, it is explained that this project will aim to train and guide young sports talents. It will place special emphasis on education, leadership and building adequate infrastructure.
Expressing his support for the vision of the African Giants, the President of the Republic confirmed the commitment of the Gabonese State to promote concrete actions for the development of youth through sport, stressing that it is a powerful lever to strengthen social cohesion and offer . new perspectives for young Gabonese people.
Giants of Africa, remember, is a group that has been present for more than 20 years in several African countries. Its mission is to support young people by using sport, especially basketball, as a development tool.
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