“I created the Dikembe Mutombo Foundation back in 1997 for the purpose of going in and improving the living conditions of my people on the African continent, especially in the Democratic Republic of Congo where I came from. Our first mission was to go and build a new hospital. Our next mission was to build a school.”
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Dikembe Mutombo
Dikembe Mutombo, born on June 25, 1966, is a former professional basketball player known for his career in the NBA. He was renowned for his exceptional defensive and rebounding skills on the court, winning multiple NBA Defensive Player of the Year awards. Mutombo played a significant role in the development of basketball in Africa and has been active in charitable work since his retirement. more
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