The Egypt national basketball team, nicknamed "The Pharaohs," is the dominant force in African basketball, based in Cairo. Competing in FIBA Africa, the team's primary home venue is the Cairo Stadium Indoor Halls complex. With a long history dating back to the early 20th century, the team wears red, white, and black. Egypt boasts the most AfroBasket championships in history, with a golden era in the 1960s and a modern dynasty in the 2000s led by legends like Mohamed Mahmoud and Assem Marei. The team's peak involves multiple continental titles and memorable appearances at the Olympic Games and FIBA World Cup. The current era is led by naturalized star Ehab Amin and veteran center Anas Mahmoud, as they aim to reclaim the African crown from new rivals. The fan base is massive and expectant of success. The Egyptian national team remains the standard-bearer for basketball in Africa.