FIBA Basketball World Cup African Qualifiers 2027

Angola Send Egypt to Second Straight Defeat in Window 2 FIBA World Cup African Qualifiers

Angola registered an 83-72 win over hosts Egypt and registered consecutive wins in Group D of the Window 2 of FIBA World Cup African Qualifiers as Egypt failed another home test.

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Senegal rediscover their edge behind Badio’s command

Two days after their loss to Côte d’Ivoire, Senegal bounced back emphatically in Dakar, overwhelming Madagascar 99-66. Brancou Badio’s leadership orchestrated a dominant performance, combining defensive intensity, balanced scoring, and precise team execution.

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Mali survive Uganda scare to go 2-0 in Window 2 FIBA World Cup African Qualifiers

The African silver medalist, eager to make it to the world stage, face Angola in their next fixture, a repeat of the 2025 AfroBasket final, while Uganda continue their search for a win on the continent in over a year when they take on hosts Egypt

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Côte d’Ivoire Cruise Past Congo DR with 2nd Quarter Surge in 2027 World Cup Qualifier

Côte d’Ivoire stormed past DR Congo 96-59 in Dakar during the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 African Qualifiers, using a decisive second-quarter 13-5 surge to seize control. Nisre Zouzoua and Jean Philippe Dally led a dominant, defensively ruthless Group B performance.

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Oumar Ballo Powered Mali Past Egypt In Window 2 FIBA World Cup African Qualifiers

Mali opened their FIBA World Cup African Qualifiers campaign with an 86-77 victory over Egypt, powered by Oumar Ballo’s 23-point double-double. Mali controlled more than 37 minutes, built a halftime cushion, and resisted Egypt’s late fourth-quarter surge.

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Côte d’Ivoire Dominate Early, Hold Off Senegal Rally to Secure 90–80 Road Win

Côte d’Ivoire’s dominant first quarter and clutch finishing power secured an impressive 90–80 road victory over Senegal in Dakar, highlighting their composure, tactical discipline, and growing authority in the FIBA World Cup 2027 African Qualifiers race.

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African champions, Angola, outclass the Ugandan silverbacks 90-68, powered by Dundao's double-double

The 2025 FIBA AfroBasket champion, Angola, started their campaign in fashionable style after defeating the silverbacks of Uganda 90-68 in the opening match of this FIBA World Cup Qualifier. The African powerhouse were boosted by the MVP, Childe Dundao, who had 15 points and a whopping 11 assists.

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Sakho sets the tone as DR Congo withstand Madagascar’s rally in Dakar

DR Congo tightened their grip on Group B with a composed victory over Madagascar in Dakar, riding Jordan Sakho’s interior dominance and late-game execution to secure a hard-fought 87-79 result.

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January 21, 2026

South Sudan's Makur Maker Joins Taipei Taishin Mars After Breakout FIBA World Cup Qualifiers and WASL Run

South Sudan forward Makur Maker signs with Taipei Taishin Mars following standout spells in Lebanon and WASL competition. The TPBL club adds rebounding, scoring, and international pedigree after his impactful World Cup qualifying debut in November.

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January 17, 2026

Egypt, Senegal Named Hosts as FIBA Africa Confirms Window 2 of 2027 World Cup African Qualifiers

FIBA Africa confirms Egypt and Senegal will host Window Two of the 2027 World Cup Qualifiers, following a competitive opening phase in Tunisia, with South Sudan and Guinea leading standings, and Dakar set to stage Group B clashes.

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January 15, 2026

Egypt Appoint Agustí Julbe Head Coach After AfroBasket 2025 Failure, Aiming For FIBA 2027 World Cup Qualification

The Egyptian Basketball Federation appointed Agustí Julbe as senior men's head coach, replacing Mohamed Elkerdany. Julbe's European and African success, including two BAL championships, now positions Egypt to challenge rivals during the FIBA 2027 World Cup qualifiers.

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ESPN Africa Secures Groundbreaking FIBA Broadcast Rights Deal Through 2029

FIBA and ESPN Africa have agreed a landmark broadcast deal delivering over 1,500 international games through 2029, giving African fans centralised access to World Cups, AfroBasket tournaments and Olympic qualifiers while expanding visibility for rising talent and women’s basketball across the continent.

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D'Tigers Dig Deep for Gritty Overtime Win Against Rwanda on Last Day of Window One

To get their campaign back on track, Nigeria dug deep to pull off a 75-69 win over Rwanda, needing an extra period to secure their first victory in the World Cup Qualifiers and finish with a 1-2 after the first window.

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Guinea Defeat Tunisia 66–57 to Stay Unbeaten to Seal Perfect Start in World Cup Qualifiers

Guinea closed Window One unbeaten with a 66–57 win over Tunisia, using timely scoring to secure a vital 3-0 start in the 2027 FIBA World Cup African Qualifiers as their Group D campaign gains momentum.

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