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The leadership of the Sierra Leone Basketball Federation on Wednesday 8th July 2026, paid a courtesy call visit to the Executive Director of the National Sports Authority (NSA), Mohamed Alphaka Conteh Esq., as part of efforts to strengthen collaboration and advance the development of basketball in Sierra Leone.<\/p>\n\n\n

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During the meeting, the President of the Federation, Alie Hajasi expressed appreciation to the Executive Director for granting them audience and reaffirmed the federation\u2019s commitment to working closely with the  Authority to advance basketball across the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hajasi highlighted several achievements of the federation, including the national basketball competitions, increased youth and grassroots participation, capacity-building initiatives for coaches and referees, the promotion of women\u2019s basketball, and the federation\u2019s continued engagement with regional and international basketball programmes. He also emphasized ongoing efforts to improve the standard of the game, identify and nurture young talent, and attract strategic partnerships to support the growth of basketball in Sierra Leone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He further briefed the Executive Director on the federation\u2019s future plans, including expanding basketball development to schools and communities, enhancing infrastructure, and increasing Sierra Leone\u2019s participation in international competitions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In his response, Executive Director Mohamed Alpaka Conteh Esq. commended the Federation for its commitment to developing the sport and assured the delegation of the Authority\u2019s continued support. He emphasized the importance of collaboration between the NSA and all national sports federations in achieving the Authority\u2019s vision of promoting sports excellence and increasing opportunities for athletes across the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The meeting concluded with both parties reaffirming their commitment to working together to further develop basketball and contribute to the overall growth of sports in Sierra Leone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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