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APR clinch third place at 2025 BAL

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APR Rwanda Set Records, Clinch Third Place at 2025 BAL

APR Rwanda made history by clinching third place at the 2025 BAL with a record-breaking 123-90 win over Egyptian powerhouse Al-Ittihad. The game saw APR set multiple league records, including most points by a team (123), most combined points (213), and most 3-pointers by a team (26) and player (Axel Mpoyo with 10). This marks the first BAL podium finish for a team from East & Central Africa, signaling a major milestone for the region

Pascal Siakam Wins Eastern Finals MVP, Lifts Pacers Past Knicks to 2025 NBA Finals Showdown

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Pascal Siakam Wins Eastern Finals MVP, Lifts Pacers Past Knicks to 2025 NBA Finals Showdown

Pascal Siakam powered the Indiana Pacers to their first NBA Finals since 2000, winning the 2025 Eastern Conference MVP. His dominance over the New York Knicks could reignite Cameroon's hopes ahead of the 2025 FIBA Men’s AfroBasket.

Anthony Degnan Stuns with 360 Eastbay to Win FIBA 3x3 Dunk Contest in Jaw-Dropping Fashion

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Anthony Degnan Stuns with 360 Eastbay to Win FIBA 3x3 Dunk Contest in Jaw-Dropping Fashion

Ivorian dunk sensation Anthony Degnan electrified fans with gravity-defying dunks to win his first-ever FIBA 3x3 Dunk Contest. With a 44-inch vertical, the 25-year-old French-based athlete dazzled with flawless creativity, power, and crowd-pleasing flair.

Kriol Star Players Allege Unpaid Wages, Poor Accommodation in Cape Verde and an Assault in Senegal

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Kriol Star Players Allege Poor Housing Conditions in Cape Verde, Assault, Unpaid Wages After BAL Playoff Qualification

Multiple Kriol Star players claim unpaid salaries, poor accommodation conditions in Cape Verde, and a physical altercation shortly after the Basketball African League's (BAL) Sahar Conference, in Dakar. Legal action may follow as yet another team which competed in the BAL faces mounting scrutiny over payment issues.

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May 26, 2025

Obadiah Noel’s Game-Winning Three Sends APR Past Nairobi City Thunder to BAL Playoffs in Thriller

May 25, 2025

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

May 25, 2025

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

May 25, 2025

Al Ahli Tripoli Outguns APR in 106-102 Classic to Stay Perfect in BAL Nile Conference

May 25, 2025

Mooring Leads MBB Past APR in Kigali Thriller to Keep BAL Playoff Hopes Alive

May 22, 2025

Al Ahli SC Clinches BAL Playoff Spot After 104-91 Thriller Against Thunder

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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 26, 2025

Obadiah Noel’s Game-Winning Three Sends APR Past Nairobi City Thunder to BAL Playoffs in Thriller

APR stunned Nairobi City Thunder 77–74 in a BAL Nile Conference thriller, sealed by Obadiah Noel’s clutch three-pointer. Aliou Diarra and Youssoupha Ndoye led the fightback as APR booked their ticket to the BAL Playoffs in Pretoria.

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.

Game Updates

May 25, 2025

Al Ahli Tripoli Outguns APR in 106-102 Classic to Stay Perfect in BAL Nile Conference

Al Ahli Tripoli edged APR 106-102 in Kigali to remain unbeaten in the BAL Nile Conference. Led by Jaylen Adams’ 26-point performance, the Libyan champs sealed their fifth straight win with elite shooting and sharp execution.

Game Updates

May 25, 2025

Mooring Leads MBB Past APR in Kigali Thriller to Keep BAL Playoff Hopes Alive

MBB avenged their earlier loss to APR with a hard-fought 94-88 win in Kigali, behind Jovan Mooring’s 29-point masterclass. With Diarra and Miller Jr sidelined, APR fell short as MBB edged closer to BAL Playoff qualification.

Game Updates

May 22, 2025

Al Ahli SC Clinches BAL Playoff Spot After 104-91 Thriller Against Thunder

Al Ahli SC became the first 2025 Nile Conference team to reach the BAL playoffs after a thrilling 104-91 win over Nairobi City Thunder. Jean Jacques Boissy starred, while Sadi and Agada delivered dominant double-doubles.

Game Updates

May 21, 2025

Boissy, Badrush Ignite Al Ahli’s Stunning BAL Win Over APR to Stay Unbeaten in Nile Conference

Boissy’s 27 points and Badrush’s all-round brilliance powered Al Ahli to a dominant 90-68 win over APR, extending their BAL unbeaten run. With Diarra sidelined, APR faltered as Al Ahli took one step closer to Pretoria qualification.

Game Updates

May 21, 2025

Robinson Opong’s Clutch Three Lifts MBB to Historic First BAL Win Over Nairobi Thunder

Robinson Opong’s game-winning three-pointer sealed Made by Ball Basketball’s first-ever BAL victory, edging Nairobi City Thunder in a dramatic Nile Conference clash. Pieter Prinsloo’s 30-point double-double powered MBB’s comeback, keeping their playoff hopes alive in style.

Woman of the Month

May 20, 2025

Natascha Onono: Changing the scope of African Basketball Behind the scenes

FIBA Africa is committed to making basketball as inclusive and diverse as possible in Africa and how better to do it than to have that mandate on the officiating side. We had an exclusive interview with renown referee and role model, Natascha Onono, for a one-on-one on her view of the game from behind the whistle.

Development

May 20, 2025

Mini Basketball Unites Africa’s Youth in Joyful Porto-Novo Forum with 400 Children, 13 Coaches Participating

Porto-Novo hosted the 2025 FIBA Africa Mini-Basketball Forum, uniting 400 children and 13 coaches from across Africa. With laughter, teamwork, and learning at its heart, the event highlighted Mini Basketball’s power to inspire dreams and build futures.

Game Updates

May 20, 2025

Cameroon U16 Girls Crush CAR 103-12 in Historic FIBA Afrobasket Qualifier Debut with Mbaha Scoring 26

Cameroon’s U16 Girls Basketball Team stunned the Central African Republic 103–12 in their international debut. Shanice Mbaha led with 26 points as the Lionesses dominated both ends, showcasing elite defense, fluid offense, and exceptional team chemistry.

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