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

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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.

Visit Rwanda Agrees to Long-Term Partnership with the LA Clippers

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Visit Rwanda Agrees to Long-Term Partnership with the LA Clippers

Visit Rwanda has signed a long-term partnership with the LA Clippers, expanding its U.S. sports presence. The deal includes basketball court refurbishments in Rwanda, youth coaching exchanges, and grassroots development, strengthening tourism and investment links between Rwanda and America.

Bangui SC President Cyrille Damango Seeks Central African Basketball Federation Leadership

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Bangui SC President Cyrille Damango Seeks Central African Basketball Federation Leadership

Cyrille Damango, president of Bangui Sporting Club, will run for the presidency of the Central African Basketball Federation, pledging transparency, youth development, infrastructure growth, and stronger national teams ahead of the elections on October 30-31, 2025, in Bangui.

Blessing Ejiofor Helps DongGuan New Century Capture 2025 Women's Basketball League Asia Title

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Blessing Ejiofor Helps DongGuan New Century Capture 2025 Women's Basketball League Asia Title

Nigeria’s very own Blessing Ejiofor helped to power DongGuan New Century to the 2025 Women’s Basketball League Asia championship. The forward posted 7 PTS and 7 REB in a 92-63 win over Fujitsu Red Wave, capping her golden year after DTigress' 2025 AfroBasket Women success.

Top Headlines

October 5, 2025

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

October 4, 2025

FIBA Africa Regional Youth Camp 2025 Set to Tip Off in Cairo, Egypt, Uniting Africa’s Top Young Hoopers

September 18, 2025

U16 AfroBasket Women: Egypt Crowned Champions After Beating Côte d’Ivoire 66-54 in Final

September 18, 2025

U16 AfroBasket Men: Côte d’Ivoire Win First-Ever FIBA U16 AfroBasket Title

September 14, 2025

U16 AfroBasket Women: Cameroon Stuns Mali 55-53 to Secure Bronze Medal

September 14, 2025

U16 AfroBasket Men: Mali Clinch Bronze Medal with Thrilling 58-51 Victory

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Weekly Updates

October 5, 2025

FIBA Africa Zone 7 Weekly Review: 05/10/2025

Your Weekly Dose of FIBA Africa Zone 7 News: Comoros’ Usoni and AS Faigaffe grab early-season silverware, while Madagascar’s Nosy Be discover what it takes to perform on the World 3x3 stage. Meanwhile, Mauritius’ Roche-Bois Warriors are gearing up for their Road to BAL return.

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.

Weekly Updates

October 4, 2025

FIBA Africa Zone 6 Weekly Review: 04/10/2025

Your Weekly Dose of FIBA Africa Zone 6 News: Botswana national teams dominate in Lesotho as Angola’s Petro de Luanda make a bold roster move, while Mozambique’s Costa do Sol impressed in their 70th annual tournament, putting on display Southern Africa’s growing basketball strength

Development

October 4, 2025

FIBA Africa Regional Youth Camp 2025 Set to Tip Off in Cairo, Egypt, Uniting Africa’s Top Young Hoopers

The 2025 FIBA Africa Regional Youth Camp in Cairo, Egypt, welcomes over 18 nations, including Ghana, Senegal, Kenya, and Gabon. Beninese-born former WNBA Draft pick Isabelle Yacoubou joins as ambassador, inspiring Africa’s young hoopers through elite training, mentorship, and cultural exchange.

Weekly Updates

October 3, 2025

FIBA Africa Zone 5 Weekly Review: 03/10/2025

Your Weekly Dose of FIBA Africa Zone 5 News: Burundi’s Gladiators, Egypt’s Canal SC, Rwanda’s Rebecca Cyuzuzo, Kenya’s KPA, Tanzania’s DB Lioness, and Uganda’s City Oilers are poised to propel African basketball forward through qualifiers, scholarships, league battles, and regional championships.

Weekly Updates

October 2, 2025

FIBA Africa Zone 3 Weekly Review: 02/10/2025

Your Weekly Dose of FIBA Africa Zone 3 News: Nigeria’s Dolphins crowned champions, Ghana hosts a FIBA 3×3 referees clinic, and Benin Republic re-elects Dr. Ismahil Onifadé as federation president.

Weekly Updates

October 1, 2025

FIBA Africa Zone 4 Weekly Review: 25/09/2025

Your Weekly Dose of FIBA Africa Zone 4 News: Cameroon prepares for 2026 FIBA World Cup qualifiers, DR Congo prospect Noé Cuma Toto signs with ASVEL, and the Central African Republic awaits pivotal federation elections as Thierry Darlan signs with Santa Clara.

Weekly Updates

September 28, 2025

FIBA Africa Zone 7 Weekly Review: 28/09/2025

Your Weekly Dose of FIBA Africa Zone 7 News: Comoros basketball enters a new era with fresh leadership, Madagascar’s Alley Hoop Festival showcases rising 3x3 stars, and Mauritius strengthens ties with Réunion through a groundbreaking partnership to revive Zone 7 regional basketball competitions.

Weekly Updates

September 27, 2025

FIBA Africa Zone 6 Weekly Review: 27/09/2025

Your Weekly Dose of FIBA Africa Zone 6 News: Ferroviario de Maputo and Costa do Sol crowned as Mozambique league champions, while Botswana's World Cup preparations. Lukeny Goncalves returns to Petro de Luanda after leading Angola to a record 12th AfroBasket title.

Weekly Updates

September 26, 2025

FIBA Africa Zone 5 Weekly Review: 26/09/2025

Your Weekly Dose of FIBA Africa Zone 5 News: From teams readying for the Road to BAL and WBLA qualification, to the end of an era in Rwandan basketball, as well as international club transfers for several African players, here's your weekly recap of what's happening on the basketball courts in Zone 5.

Game Updates

September 18, 2025

U16 AfroBasket Women: Egypt Crowned Champions After Beating Côte d’Ivoire 66-54 in Final

Egypt claimed their first-ever FIBA U16 Women’s AfroBasket title, defeating Ivory Coast 66-54 in Kigali. Joudi Elsayed starred with 15 points as Egypt ended Mali’s streak, booking a 2026 FIBA U17 Women’s Basketball World Cup ticket.

Game Updates

September 18, 2025

U16 AfroBasket Men: Côte d’Ivoire Win First-Ever FIBA U16 AfroBasket Title

Côte d’Ivoire captured their first-ever FIBA U16 AfroBasket title in Kigali, defeating Cameroon in the 2025 final. Led by Irené Raphael Ouédraogo’s dominant double-double and Minty Oka’s scoring brilliance, the Ivorians marked a historic new era for African basketball.

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