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September 13, 2024

Debutants Cameroon stun Angola to qualify for semis.

In their maiden participation, Cameroon showed great character and resilience in a thrilling fixture to clinch a historic win a Angola to secure a semi final spot in the Afrobasket.

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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.

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September 12, 2024

History made as Uganda beat Tunisia to sail to semis of U18 Women’s AfroBasket

Resty Nanangwe pulled out yet another masterclass to help Uganda reach their first-ever FIBA U18 Women’s AfroBasket Semi-Final. The talented guard scored a game-winning 27 points to help her colors win 69-53.

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September 11, 2024

Senegal Clinch sensational win Over Cameroon.

Senegal secured a crucial victory against Cameroon in their last Group A game. Senegal sail through to the Quarter Finals while Cameroon now hope for a spot as one of the third best teams.

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September 11, 2024

Angola humble defending champions Egypt to seal playoff spot

Angola was desperate for a win in order to qualify for the knockout stage as they lost to Nigeria earlier in the competition whilst Egypt was looking to continue their unbeaten run and improve their record to 3-0.

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September 11, 2024

Mali's clean slate intact after surviving Côte d’Ivoire scare in Group A clash

Mali lived a living hell when they clashed Côte d’Ivoire in their final Group A matchup. Leading all the way to the fourth quarter to see the Young Elephants close in on them in the last seconds of the game. Fortunately, they found the resources to see off their rivals 73-69.

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September 11, 2024

Isaac Oluwatemitope guides Nigeria to the U18 AfroBasket Quarter-Finals

Inspired by Isaac Oluwatemitope Ezekiel, Nigeria grabbed their second win in the FIBA U18 AfroBasket and making it through to the next round. For returning Nigeria, this win is worth its weight in gold as it qualifies the J’Tigers nation for the Quarter-Finals.

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September 10, 2024

Angola enthrall against Zambia, clinch spot for Quarter-Finals

Angola have qualified for their third straight Quarter-Final appearance since 2018, as they saw off Zambia in a one-sided game at the FIBA U18 Women’s AfroBasket 2024, in Pretoria, South Africa. The Lusophones took control of the game and never looked back, paving their way to the next stage with a 82-35 win.

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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.

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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

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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 9, 2024

Debutant Cameroon improve to 2-1 and access Quarter-Finals

Damaris Emedie powered debutant Cameroon to their first-ever win at the FIBA U18 Women’s AfroBasket in Pretoria, as she finished with a game-high 21 points and 17 rebounds as the Central African nation claimed a 79-46 over Rwanda.

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Game Updates

Debutants Cameroon stun Angola to qualify for semis.

Game Updates

All smiles as Nigeria eliminate Egypt for semifinal spot

Game Updates

History made as Uganda beat Tunisia to sail to semis of U18 Women’s AfroBasket

Game Updates

Senegal Clinch sensational win Over Cameroon.

Game Updates

Angola humble defending champions Egypt to seal playoff spot

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Mali's clean slate intact after surviving Côte d’Ivoire scare in Group A clash

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Isaac Oluwatemitope guides Nigeria to the U18 AfroBasket Quarter-Finals

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Angola enthrall against Zambia, clinch spot for Quarter-Finals

Game Updates

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

Weekly Updates

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

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Egypt outclass Zimbabwe and qualify top of Group C

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Debutant Cameroon improve to 2-1 and access Quarter-Finals