Dynamo Claims Victory at 10th Coupe des Héros

M.Niyonkuru a poursuivi en soulignant que ces dates commémoratives constituent une occasion privilégiée de rendre hommage aux héros et de se remémorer les beaux messages qu’ils ont adressés aux Burundais et à la communauté internationale de leur vivant (Photo : Jean Christophe Girukwishaka)
Photo: Jean Christophe Girukwishaka via Lerenouveau

Dynamo secured the championship title at the 10th Coupe des Héros after defeating Tigers 75 to 65 points in the final match. This tournament was organized by the Pax Burundi foundation. The concluding game occurred on Wednesday, 21 October 2026, at the terrain de département located in Mukaza, Bujumbura. The final match served as the culmination of the 10th edition of the Coupe des Héros, a sporting event coordinated under the guidance of the Pax Burundi foundation. Spectators gathered at the terrain de département in Mukaza, Bujumbura, to witness the final contest between the two clubs. Dynamo’s performance in the final match resulted in a 75 to 65 point victory over Tigers, securing their status as the tournament champions.

Tournament Results and Standings

Kern secured third place in the 10th Coupe des Héros by defeating Aigle Noir on 21 October 2026. The final score of the match was 83 to 63 points in favor of Kern. This victory followed the conclusion of the tournament schedule at the terrain de département in Mukaza, Bujumbura. The third-place match, which pitted Kern against Aigle Noir, was played on the same day as the championship final. Kern achieved their third-place standing by outscoring Aigle Noir 83 to 63 points. The competition was held at the terrain de département, situated in the Mukaza district of Bujumbura. The scheduling of both the final match and the third-place match on Wednesday, 21 October 2026, marked the official end of the tournament proceedings for all participating teams.

Pax Burundi foundation officials announced plans to distribute a total of 100 basketballs to teams in need across Burundi. The distribution program aims to support basketball development following the completion of the 10th Coupe des Héros. The initiative from the Pax Burundi foundation is intended to provide resources to basketball teams that require equipment. According to the foundation, the plan involves the allocation of 100 basketballs to various teams identified as being in need. This effort is directly linked to the conclusion of the 10th Coupe des Héros, as the foundation seeks to foster growth in the sport throughout Burundi. The announcement regarding the donation of 100 basketballs notes the commitment of the Pax Burundi foundation to the local sporting community. As the 10th Coupe des Héros concludes, the focus shifts toward the implementation of this distribution program for the benefit of teams across the country. The tournament, which saw Dynamo emerge as the victors and Kern take third place, remains a key event organized by the Pax Burundi foundation. The distribution of the 100 basketballs will be managed by the foundation to ensure the equipment reaches teams in need.