THE SAFARI
CLASSIC
September 28-30University of Botswana Indoor Sports Centre
The Safari Classic
A courtside look at the fire, the culture, and the game.
NO EXCUSES.
JUST EXECUTION.
Welcome to Botswana
The Jewel of Southern Africa
Host nation of the 4th Edition Ballin' N Da Bush Safari Classic. Celebrating Botswana's 60th Independence Day (Boipuso) on September 30, 2026. A vibrant, modern capital surrounded by nature.
"Pula!"
Setswana for "Let there be rain / Good luck!"
7 Nations · One Destination
Competing Teams
BDF V
Botswana
UB Relics
Botswana
Broadhurst Aspire
Botswana
Royal Russels
South Africa
Joburg Giants
South Africa
Les Mureaux BC
France
Côte d'Ivoire U23
Côte d'Ivoire
Costa do Sol
Mozambique
Black Thunders
Rwanda
AS Douanes
Burkina Faso
BDF V
Botswana
UB Relics
Botswana
Broadhurst Aspire
Botswana
Royal Russels
South Africa
Joburg Giants
South Africa
Les Mureaux BC
France
Côte d'Ivoire U23
Côte d'Ivoire
Costa do Sol
Mozambique
Black Thunders
Rwanda
AS Douanes
Burkina Faso
Event Schedule at a Glance
September 26 - 30 2026
Departure
Teams depart for Gaborone, Botswana
Safari & Welcome
Mokolodi Game Drive · Arrival & Welcome Dinner
Tournament Day 1
Games 1-6 · Art Showcase
Tournament Day 2
Games 7-10 · Semi-Finals · Fashion Showcase
Finals
Finals · Prize Cheque · Medals & Trophy Handover
Beyond the Game
Community Impact &
Women's Empowerment
Youth Basketball Clinics
Our consortium of former professional NBA players, led by Devin Green, will host elite youth clinics across Botswana — sharing world-class training, mentorship, and exposure to the global game.
Academy Launch
We're establishing a permanent basketball academy in Botswana to develop homegrown talent year-round, with a clear pathway to export the next generation of stars to U.S. collegiate and professional leagues.
Talent Export Pipeline
Through the academy and our NBA/BAL network, standout Botswana athletes have the potential to earn placements in American, European, and Asian leagues — turning local potential into international careers.
