The Tanzania Basketball Federation (TBF) formerly known as Basketball Association of Tanzania (BATA) was founded in 1963 and has been affiliated with FIBA since 1968. TBF oversees and promotes the development of the game in the country to people of all ages. TBF manages, coordinates and collaborates with various basketball stakeholders for programmes and projects within the country including the National Basketball Teams.
Basketball becomes well established and recognized as a sport of choice across Tanzania.
To establish and demonstrate good governance through a well defined structure mandated to maximize the growth of the game through a process of participation, achievement and excellence.

TBF President
2006-2009

TBF President
2010-2013

TBF President
2014-2017

TBF President
2018-2021

TBF Secretary General
2006-2009

TBF Secretary General
2010-2013

TBF Secretary General
2014-2017

TBF Secretary General
2018-2021

In the vibrant tapestry of Tanzanian basketball, Michael Millias Kadebe stands out as the visionary poised to spearhead a new era for the sport. Boasting a distinguished career in leadership, Kadebe has held pivotal roles such as the Director of the Budget Department at the Tanzanian Parliament and the Chairperson of the Dodoma Basketball Association. These experiences have not only honed his leadership acumen but have also instilled in him a profound understanding of the intricate dynamics of sports governance. Kadebe's passion for basketball extends beyond boardrooms and administrative roles, as evidenced by his active participation in sports coordination for the Bunge Sports Club and his influential role as the Chairperson of the Kisasa Basketball Team.

With an unwavering commitment to excellence, Mwenze Kabinda envisions a Tanzanian Basketball landscape characterized by growth and inclusivity. His forward-thinking approach is encapsulated in a comprehensive plan that addresses critical facets such as good governance, robust infrastructure development, strategic relationship cultivation, financial management and sound technical and project management backgrounds. Mwenze Kabinda's leadership promises not just an ascent for Tanzanian basketball but a transformative journey where the sport thrives at both grassroots and elite levels, fostering a community deeply connected through the love of the game.

President
Member

Vice President
Member

Secretary General
Chairman

Deputy Secretary General
Secretary

Treasury General
Member

Planning & Development Commissioner
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Women & Development Commissioner
Member

Officials Commissioner
Member

Wheel chair Basketball Commissioner
Member

Sports & Medicine Commissioner
Member

Coaches Commissioner
Member

Technical & Competitions Commissioner
Member

Youth & Schools Development Commissioner
Member

Youth & Schools Development Commission Secretary