The Home of Basketball in the North
From dusty district courts to the provincial league finals, we unite clubs, athletes, officials, schools and communities through the power of basketball, in every corner of Matabeleland North.
More moments from Matabeleland North basketball - real players, real courts, and a growing local game.
Basketball has been played across Matabeleland North for many years. In 2010 the Association was formally established to give the sport the structure, governance and opportunity it deserved.
Today we oversee competitive leagues, development programmes, coaching education, referee training and schools basketball throughout the province, working from grassroots courts all the way to elite competition.
Four flagship competitions carry the season, from the premier men's league to a national-scale invitational that draws clubs from across the country and beyond.
The province's premier men's competition, featuring the best clubs in Matabeleland North battling across a full season.
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Competitive opportunity for women across the province, driving the continued growth of the female game.
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Structured school competitions that develop the province's future stars and open a clear pathway into club basketball.
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One of Zimbabwe's fastest-growing tournaments, bringing clubs from across the country and neighbouring nations to the tourism capital.
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She Drills promotes girls' participation in basketball through coaching, mentorship, leadership and real competitive opportunity.
Together we're building an environment where every girl has the confidence to play, to compete, and to lead, on court and beyond it.
Positions after the opening round at Hwange Sports Pavilion. Two points are awarded for a win and one for a loss.
| # | Team | P | W-L | F | A | +/- | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Victoria Falls Panthers | 1 | 1-0 | 42 | 13 | +29 | 2 |
| 2 |  Victoria Falls Suns | 1 | 1-0 | 34 | 30 | +4 | 2 |
| 3 |  Hwange Basketball Club | 1 | 0-1 | 30 | 34 | -4 | 1 |
| 4 |  Royal Eagles Academy | 1 | 0-1 | 13 | 42 | -29 | 1 |
| # | Team | P | W-L | F | A | +/- | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hwange BC Women | 1 | 1-0 | 29 | 28 | +1 | 2 |
| 2 | Panthers Women | 1 | 0-1 | 28 | 29 | -1 | 1 |
Source: official MNBL match hub, last updated 11 October 2026. View source ↗
From the tourism capital to the mining town of Hwange, our clubs are the heartbeat of provincial basketball.
One of the province's most recognised clubs, known for player development and community involvement across men's, women's and youth basketball.
Provincial championsA growing club developing competitive players while promoting the game within the tourism capital of Zimbabwe.
Representing the mining town of Hwange, blending experienced players with exciting young talent season after season.
Whether you're a player, a coach, an official or a partner, there's a place for you in the future of basketball in Matabeleland North.