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Game Updates

September 13, 2024

Morocco get the final roar against Angola

In the knockout stage, every game is important as it determines the fate of your tournament. In this encounter, Morocco were in search of their first ever podium finish whilst Angola were looking to repeat the success of 2016 and get their fifth title.

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September 12, 2024

All smiles as Nigeria eliminate Egypt for semifinal spot

This was a must-win game for either team as a victory would guarantee a spot in the top 4. Egypt was looking to make a third straight appearance in the final and Nigeria in search of their first ever gold medal relished a spot in the semis. However, only one team’s hopes would remain alive.

Game Updates

September 10, 2024

Morocco bounce back from a loss to defeat South Africa and go 2-1

Morocco in need of a win to keep their playoff hopes alive after losing to Rwanda knew they had to come hard to the party. South Africa was resolute to bring the energy as they were in search of their first win.

Weekly Updates

September 10, 2024

FIBA Africa Zone 6 Weekly Review: 09/09/2024

Your weekly dose of FIBA Africa Zone 6 News: FIBA U18 AfroBasket shines a light on the state of basketball in Zone 6, Botswana Division 2 heats up, Basketball National League withdraws some forfeits as it gears up for the playoffs

Game Updates

September 9, 2024

Egypt outclass Zimbabwe and qualify top of Group C

Egypt dominated all 4 quarters against Zimbabwe in Pretoria at the FIBA U18 Women’s AfroBasket. They got off to a good start and did not look back as they dismissed Zimbabwe by 95 points.

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September 6, 2024

Hosts South Africa fall short as Zambia clinch first U18 AfroBasket win

Zambia have registered their first win at the FIBA U18 AfroBasket as they resisted to South Africa in a game that could have gone both ways, had the hosts scored more from inside the paint. U18 AfroBasket debutants claimed a 70-61 victory and remain in contention for one of the tickets to the Quarter-Finals.