South Sudan will face regional rivals Uganda in the FIBA U18 AfroBasket Qualifiers on Friday, with tip-off scheduled for 3:30 p.m. in Egypt.
The young Bright Stars will be looking to make a strong statement as they begin their quest for a place at the FIBA U18 AfroBasket tournament.
The regional showdown promises to be a closely contested encounter, with both sides eager to secure an early victory in the qualification campaign.
South Sudan's squad will be aiming to build on the country's growing reputation in African basketball by delivering a disciplined performance against Uganda. A positive result would provide an important boost to their qualification hopes as the tournament progresses.
The match forms part of the FIBA U18 AfroBasket Qualifiers being hosted in Egypt, where teams from across the region are competing for places at the continental championship.
