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Weekly Updates

January 23, 2025

FIBA Africa Zone 4 Weekly Review: 23/01/2025

Your Weekly Dose of FIBA Africa Zone 4 News: Gabon takes a new direction with a bold new head coach hired for their Senior Men’s team, while Cameroon’s rebranded Elite Championship sees ex-champs FAP humiliated in a jaw-dropping upset.

Tournament News

January 23, 2025

APR & REG Capture Historic Rwanda Super Cup Titles Ahead of the 2025 Regular Seasons

APR and REG dominated the inaugural Rwanda Super Cups, securing wins in both men’s and women’s games. APR’s Malian center Aliou Diarra shined with 19 points, while REG kept APR at bay, beating them 76-64, setting the stage for an exciting 2025 season.

Top Performers

January 23, 2025

2024 FIBA Women’s Basketball League Africa: Top Performers

The 2024 FIBA Women's Basketball League Africa season featured thrilling performances that showcased extraordinary talent, leadership, and resilience. From clutch plays to standout achievements, discover the league’s top stars who defined a season of elite Women's basketball across Africa.

Game Updates

December 16, 2024

Ferroviaro Maputo Crowned Champions Of Africa After Sensational Final Performance Against Al Ahly

Game report: Both teams came into this encounter undefeated but only one would keep that status. Those honors were for Ferroviaro Maputo who took the lead early in the first quarter and did not take the foot off the peddle as they sailed to victory after an 81-72 win over Al Ahly.

Game Updates

December 16, 2024

Al Ahly punch ticket to finals after surviving ASC Ville de Dakar

Game report: With a final's spot in sight, the two teams met for the second time this tournament but with the stakes higher this time around. Al Ahly fought valiantly in the final quarter to erase an 11-point deficit and book their spot in the finals.

Game Updates

December 15, 2024

Ferroviario de Maputo’s Epic Comeback as APR blows up 22-point lead.

Former African champions Ferroviario de Maputo advanced to the 2024 WBLA Final with an epic 86-71 comeback over APR. Trailing 51-33 at halftime, Ferroviario unleashed a second-half masterclass led by Destiny Pitts, Ingvild Mucauro, and Anabela Cossa, who scored 31 points, including eight treys.

Game Updates

December 14, 2024

Ville de Dakar and Ferroviaro Maputo book semifinal tickets in second WBLA edition

Game report: As the tournament in Dakar winds to an end, two more teams book their spots in the final 4. The home team, ASC Ville de Dakar and the Mozambican champions, Ferroviaro Maputo

Game Updates

December 14, 2024

The curtains close for 4 teams in the WBLA as they played their last classification games

Game report: with the WBLA entering its business end, some teams have had to bid farewell early as they did not make the playoff berth. These teams battled it out in classification games. FAP Women and ASB Makomeno for 11 and 12, while MFM Queens and Sporting battled it out for 9 and 10.

Game Updates

December 14, 2024

Ferroviario de Maputo defeat Jeanne d'Arc to reach fourth consecutive semis

Ferroviario de Maputo secured a spot in the 2024 WBLA semifinals with a dominant 65-44 victory over Senegal's Jeanne D'Arc. Stefania Chiziane led with 20 points, while Ingvild Mucauro added a double-double. A strong opening quarter and a decisive second-half run ensured Ferroviario's fourth consecutive win. The two-time champions are now two victories away from a third African title.

Game Updates

December 14, 2024

CNSS of Congo Fall Short in Quarterfinals Against Al Ahly, Suffer Heavy 89-36 Defeat

In a historic journey, CNSS of Congo reached the WBLA quarter-finals against all odds, savoring their triumph over the formidable Alexandre Sporting Club. However, their euphoria was short-lived as they faced the relentless Al Ahly of Egypt, who seemed fueled by determination.

Game Updates

December 13, 2024

Knocked out of the competition prematurely, FAP secure victory over ABS Makomeno

Despite being eliminated from the 2024 WBLA, FAP secured a 65-50 victory over ABS Makomeno. FAP dominated the first half, but Makomeno fought back, narrowing the gap to just 2 points. Breanna Campbell led with 15 points, while Amayaba William, Adebola Adeyeye, Mckenzie Ionna, and Amandine Ebogo contributed with key points to seal the win.

Game Updates

December 13, 2024

Ferroviario Maputo Remains Unbeaten as They Storm ASB Makomeno 88-38: Anabela Cossa and Ingvild Mucauro Lead the Charge in Commanding Victory

Ferroviario Maputo dominate ASB Makomeno 88-38 with solid offensive performance from key players Anabela Cossa, Ingvild Mucauro, Carla Covane, and Stefania Chiziane. Anabela Cossa led the team with 19 points while Ingvild Mucauro added 14 points. The Mozambicans stifled ASB Makomeno's offense, limiting them to just 3 points in the last quarter. This victory also secured Ferroviario Maputo as the best third in all three groups.

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BReaking News

Yves Missi Commits to Cameroon: NBA Rising Star Sparks 2025 AfroBasket Dream for National Team

BReaking News

D’Tigress Name Star-Studded 20-Player Squad to Defend FIBA Women’s AfroBasket Crown

BReaking News

Rumored 23-Player Senegal Squad Emerges Ahead of 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket Amid U.S. Visa Drama

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Historic! Al Ahli Tripoli Becomes First Road to BAL Team to Win BAL Championship Title

Top Headlines

FIBA U19 World Cup: Cameroon Falls to Australia in 2OT Thriller Despite Bilibi, Seini Heroics

FIBA U19 World Cup: Cameroon Shows Fight in Tough 75-50 Loss to Ruthless France Squad in Tournament Opener

FIBA U19 World Cup Shock: Mali Stuns Serbia in Historic 72-70 Win with Grit and Heart

Khaman Maluach & Clifford Omoruyi Headline African-Born Talent at the 2025 NBA Draft

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

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Weekly Updates

FIBA Africa Zone 4 Weekly Review: 23/01/2025

Tournament News

APR & REG Capture Historic Rwanda Super Cup Titles Ahead of the 2025 Regular Seasons

Top Performers

2024 FIBA Women’s Basketball League Africa: Top Performers

Game Updates

Ferroviaro Maputo Crowned Champions Of Africa After Sensational Final Performance Against Al Ahly

Game Updates

Al Ahly punch ticket to finals after surviving ASC Ville de Dakar

Game Updates

Ferroviario de Maputo’s Epic Comeback as APR blows up 22-point lead.

Game Updates

Ville de Dakar and Ferroviaro Maputo book semifinal tickets in second WBLA edition

Game Updates

The curtains close for 4 teams in the WBLA as they played their last classification games

Game Updates

Ferroviario de Maputo defeat Jeanne d'Arc to reach fourth consecutive semis

Game Updates

CNSS of Congo Fall Short in Quarterfinals Against Al Ahly, Suffer Heavy 89-36 Defeat

Game Updates

Knocked out of the competition prematurely, FAP secure victory over ABS Makomeno

Game Updates

Ferroviario Maputo Remains Unbeaten as They Storm ASB Makomeno 88-38: Anabela Cossa and Ingvild Mucauro Lead the Charge in Commanding Victory