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Game Updates

April 8, 2025

Al Ittihad Alexandria flex muscles in statement win over Rivers Hoopers

Al Ittihad Alexandria’s 100-80 victory over Rivers Hoopers on Sunday wasn’t just a statement win. In a matchup that promised a heavyweight clash between two undefeated teams, it was Kyle Vinales who stole the show - and never gave it back.

Tournament News

April 8, 2025

Rivers Hoopers vs Al Ittihad Preview: The Battle of The Bright Stars

The 2025 Basketball Africa League season sparks a rivalry between South Sudanese stars Majok Deng and Madut Akec. Rivers Hoopers' dynamic offense clashes with Al Ittihad's disciplined defense, making this game a thrilling display of contrasting strategies and personal stakes.

Game Updates

April 7, 2025

Rivers Hoopers survive the tide, defeat FUS Rabat to go 2-0

The Nigerian champions, Rivers Hoopers, stood the storm as FUS Rabat gained momentum and took the lead in the fourth quarter before eventually succumbing and losing 88-82.

Game Updates

April 6, 2025

Al Ittihad Alexandria survive Stade Malien scare in a BAL thriller

With six minutes to go, it only took Al Ittihad a clutch three-pointer to flip the momentum. Down against a fired-up Stade Malien, the Alexandria side locked in defensively and took over late, grinding out a 72-69 win in a thrilling BAL showdown.

Game Updates

April 6, 2025

Al Ittihad announces continental return after thrilling win over FUS Rabat

The Egyptian-based team, Al Ittihad Alexandria, announced their return to continental competition after defeating FUS Rabat 71-60 in their opening match in this BAL season.

Team Profiles

April 5, 2025

Team Profile: Al Ittihad Alexandria– Roster, Key Players & Outlook for 2025 BAL Kalahari Conference

Two teams from Egypt have already lifted the title and as the country's representative Al Ittihad go to battle with a star-studded squad that includes a former Defensive Player of the Year award winner, expectations are high that they can go on and emulate the successes of rival Egyptian teams.

Team Profiles

April 4, 2025

Team Profile: Rivers Hoopers – Roster, Key Players & Outlook for 2025 BAL Kalahari Conference

Rivers Hoopers return to the BAL with high expectations after last year’s stunning third-place finish. Led by Coach Ogoh Odaudu and bolstered by key signings, the Nigerian champions aim for another deep playoff run.

Team Profiles

April 4, 2025

Team Profile: FUS Rabat – Roster, Key Players & Outlook for 2025 BAL Kalahari Conference

FUS de Rabat enters the 2025 BAL Kalahari Conference with redemption on their minds. After a heartbreaking quarter-final exit last season, the Moroccan champions return stronger, led by Jonathan Jordan, Nisre Zouzoua, and Pape Diagne, ready to dominate on home soil.

Team Profiles

April 4, 2025

Team Profile: Stade Malien – Roster, Key Players & Outlook for 2025 BAL Kalahari Conference

Stade Malien enters the 2025 BAL Kalahari Conference with momentum, boasting a resilient squad led by Mahamane Coulibaly and Ibrahim Djambo. After a strong Road to BAL campaign, they aim to solidify their status among Africa’s elite clubs.

Weekly Updates

March 26, 2025

FIBA Africa Zone 2 Weekly Review: 26/03/2025

In this FIBA Africa Zone 2 Weekly Review, we're travelling to Cape Verde, where a Senegalese coach is aiming for a clean sweep in the championship, before landing in Mali where the Tournoi de l'Amitié tipped off, and we land in Senegal where BAL and Wave signed a partenership deal. Read more below.

Weekly Updates

March 24, 2025

FIBA Africa Zone 4 Weekly Review: 24/03/2025

Your Weekly Dose of FIBA Africa Zone 4 News: FECABASKET is accelerating youth development in Cameroon with the U16 championship qualifiers in Douala. Meanwhile, the YOUZOU Elite Basketball Championship enters its second phase for both Men's and Women's categories.

Youth

March 24, 2025

NBA Africa and Safaricom Launch M-PESA Jr. NBA, empowering East Africa’s youth.

NBA Africa and Safaricom launch the M-PESA Jr. NBA program, a groundbreaking youth initiative in Kenya. Targeting over 10,000 boys and girls across Nairobi, Mombasa, Eldoret, and Kisumu, the program combines top-tier basketball training with essential financial literacy.

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

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

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Madagascan Star Mathias M'Madi Declares for 2025 NBA Draft

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South Sudan’s Khaman Maluach Declares for 2025 NBA Draft After Excellent Duke Breakout Season

Top Headlines

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Game Updates

Al Ittihad Alexandria flex muscles in statement win over Rivers Hoopers

Tournament News

Rivers Hoopers vs Al Ittihad Preview: The Battle of The Bright Stars

Game Updates

Rivers Hoopers survive the tide, defeat FUS Rabat to go 2-0

Game Updates

Al Ittihad Alexandria survive Stade Malien scare in a BAL thriller

Game Updates

Al Ittihad announces continental return after thrilling win over FUS Rabat

Team Profiles

Team Profile: Al Ittihad Alexandria– Roster, Key Players & Outlook for 2025 BAL Kalahari Conference

Team Profiles

Team Profile: Rivers Hoopers – Roster, Key Players & Outlook for 2025 BAL Kalahari Conference

Team Profiles

Team Profile: FUS Rabat – Roster, Key Players & Outlook for 2025 BAL Kalahari Conference

Team Profiles

Team Profile: Stade Malien – Roster, Key Players & Outlook for 2025 BAL Kalahari Conference

Weekly Updates

FIBA Africa Zone 2 Weekly Review: 26/03/2025

Weekly Updates

FIBA Africa Zone 4 Weekly Review: 24/03/2025

Youth

NBA Africa and Safaricom Launch M-PESA Jr. NBA, empowering East Africa’s youth.