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Thunder promise to roar louder as they take second shot at BAL

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Nairobi City Thunder players in action against City Oilers of Uganda during their Basketball Africa League Elite 16 tournament at Kasarani Stadium in Nairobi on December 02, 2024. Thunder won 72-64. [FILE/ Standard]

From humble beginnings at Shauri Moyo, Nairobi City Thunder are daring to dream big as they prepare for the 2026 Basketball Africa League (BAL).

Having made their continental debut during the 2025 BAL season, Thunder are keen to excel at the sixth edition that begins in March and runs through May, 2026.

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