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Off Court

October 5, 2025

Balancing Business and Basketball: The NBA’s Franchise Model and Its Impact on Africa

An Opinion Piece by Staff Writer, Elango Mbotona: The NBA’s new plans to introduce franchises in the Basketball Africa League could boost investment and infrastructure, but risks sidelining grassroots clubs, limiting inclusivity, and reshaping African basketball’s authentic community-driven culture.

Breaking News

October 5, 2025

NBA Plans to Sell Franchises in Basketball Africa League, to Establish 12 Permanent Teams

The NBA is planning to sell Basketball Africa League franchises, creating permanent teams to boost infrastructure, investment and player development, marking a major shift away from its current format and a look towards the league's global expansion strategy.

Breaking News

September 23, 2025

JHB Giants & Montana Vikings Crowned 2025 South Africa Basketball Champions after Dramatic Cape Town finals

The JHB Giants and Montana Vikings clinched titles at the 2025 South African Basketball Championship in Cape Town. Amid controversy, protests, and legal disputes, both teams triumphed to secure spots in continental competitions, representing South Africa on Africa’s biggest stage.

Weekly Updates

June 1, 2025

FIBA Africa Zone 6 Weekly Review: 01/06/2025

Your weekly dose of FIBA Africa Zone 6 News: SunBet Arena hosts the 2025 BAL Playoffs. Petro de Luanda dominate locally and continentally, while South Africa’s BNL tips off with high drama and standout performances.

Game Updates

May 25, 2025

Unbeaten Al Ahli Tripoli Crush MBB to Complete Historic 6-0 Nile Conference BAL Run in Kigali

Al Ahli Tripoli made BAL history in Kigali, becoming the first team to go 6-0 in a Conference to advance to the playoffs. Their 102-73 rout of MBB capped off a dominant Nile Conference campaign led by Jaylen Adams.

Game Updates

May 25, 2025

Nairobi City Thunder Outlasts MBB in Gritty Nile Conference Battle to Keep Playoff Hopes Alive

Nairobi City Thunder edged MBB 85-76 in a tense Nile Conference clash. Led by Albert Odero’s 23 points, Thunder’s balanced scoring and fourth-quarter dominance kept playoff hopes alive heading into a decisive final day in Kigali.