FUS Rabat joins BAL 2026 as Morocco expands its presence in african sport

FUS de Rabat will compete in the 2026 season of the Basketball Africa League, Africa’s top-tier basketball competition supported by the NBA. The Moroccan club will face strong opposition from leading teams across Egypt, Nigeria, Côte d’Ivoire, Tunisia, and Senegal in a highly competitive continental format.

This participation reflects a broader trend: Morocco’s growing investment in multiple sporting disciplines beyond football.While African basketball continues to expand in visibility and competitiveness, Morocco’s entry into the BAL strengthens the league’s geographic diversity and competitive depth.

The move also highlights the country’s long-term strategy to position itself as a multi-sport powerhouse within African sport, contributing to the continent’s evolving sporting landscape.