FIBA Women&#x27;s AfroBasket 2025

Nigeria Holds off Senegal to Extend Winning Streak, Reach Women’s AfroBasket Final

In a remake of the 2023 Women’s AfroBasket Final, this time set one stage earlier, Nigeria once again dominated Senegal 75-68 to book their fifth straight ticket to the Championship Game. But the reigning champions had to face some demons on the way.

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Mali halts South Sudan’s historic run in the Women Afrobasket, sets up final showdown with Nigeria

Mali ended South Sudan’s fairytale AfroBasket run with a dominant 76-50 semifinal win, powered by a 29-8 first quarter. Sika Koné and Sira Thienou led Mali into a highly anticipated final clash with Nigeria.

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Redemption Roar: Cameroon Crush Mozambique to Clinch Fifth at 2025 Women's AfroBasket

Cameroon beat Mozambique 60-40 to finish 5th at AfroBasket 2025. Jessica Thomas continued her scintillating displays as she scored 19 points in a dominant team display. The win secures a World Cup qualifiers spot for the Lionesses of Cameroon.

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Côte d’Ivoire Survive Uganda Comeback to Clinch Seventh at 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket in Abidjan

Côte d’Ivoire edged Uganda 78-71 in the 7th-place playoff at AfroBasket Women 2025, surviving a late Gazelles comeback after dominating the second quarter with a 25-5 run to finish their home campaign on a high.

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August 2, 2025

Cameroon Roars to Victory, Crushes Côte d’Ivoire in Classification Showdown to Earn 5th Place Shot

Cameroon overwhelmed Côte d’Ivoire 83-68 with dominant shooting and lockdown defence in their classification showdown. Jessica Thomas led a fierce Lionesses response, outscoring the hosts 32-11 in Q2 to secure a statement win and a shot at fifth-place.

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August 1, 2025

Mozambique Bounce Back From Mali Loss, Survive Uganda Scare After Late Rally and Ice-Cold Shooting

Mozambique rebounded from their AfroBasket quarterfinal loss to Mali with a 76-58 win over Uganda. Despite a late Gazelles rally, clutch shooting and composure from Stefanie Chiziane and Chanaya Pinto powered Mozambique to a vital classification victory.

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August 1, 2025

D’Tigresses Storm into AfroBasket 2025 Semifinals with Dominant Win over Cameroon

Nigeria’s D’Tigresses extended their AfroBasket unbeaten streak to 27 games, thrashing hosts Cameroon 83-47. Dominant in all facets, the reigning champions advanced to the semifinals, edging closer to a record-breaking fifth straight continental title.

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August 1, 2025

Senegal Stuns Hosts Côte d'Ivoire to Reach AfroBasket Semifinals and Book World Cup Qualifier spot

Senegal ended host nation Côte d’Ivoire’s AfroBasket title hopes with a dramatic 66-60 comeback win, securing a semifinal spot and a ticket to the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers in front of a stunned crowd in Abidjan.

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Mali Storm Past Mozambique to Book Semifinal Spot at 2025 Women's AfroBasket

Mali stormed into the 2025 AfroBasket semifinals with an 86–68 win over Mozambique, led by Djeneba Ndiaye’s 18 points and Sika Koné’s double-double. Despite a spirited third-quarter push from Mozambique, Mali’s depth and dominance on the boards proved decisive. The win sets up a semifinal showdown with South Sudan, while Mozambique drops to placement games.

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South Sudan Shock Uganda at AfroBasket 2025 After Late Turnover, Missed Free Throws Seal Upset

AfroBasket Women 2025 debutants South Sudan edged Uganda 69–68 in a dramatic quarterfinal, capitalizing on a late Ugandan turnover and missed free throws. Delicia Washington starred, powering South Sudan into their first-ever semifinal with fearless play.

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Cameroon Breaks Angola’s Spirit with a 21-Point Rout

Cameroon planted the final nail in Angola's coffin with a 21-point rout, as they qualified for the FIBA Women's AfroBasket 2025 Quarter-Finals. Led by Jessica Thomas, Dulcy Fankam, and Marguerite Effa, the Indomitable Lionesses paved their way to success from tip-off and never looked back.

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Senegal Roars Back with Ruthless Rout of Rwanda to Reach 2025 AfroBasket Quarterfinals

Senegal bounced back from a group-stage loss to dominate Rwanda 80–37 and secure a spot in the 2025 AfroBasket quarterfinals. Their relentless defense and bench depth overwhelmed a turnover-plagued Rwandan side. Nene Awa Ndiaye led with 12 points as Senegal prepares for a high-stakes clash against host nation Côte d’Ivoire.

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July 30, 2025

Debutants South Sudan Storm into AfroBasket Quarterfinals with Vital Win over Egypt

AfroBasket Women 2025 debutants South Sudan stunned Egypt 75–65 to reach the quarterfinals. Led by Maria Gakdeng’s dominant double-double, South Sudan rallied from a slow start to complete one of the tournament’s most remarkable upsets.

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July 30, 2025

Mozambique Rout Guinea to Reach 2025 Women’s AfroBasket Quarterfinals

Mozambique stormed into the 2025 Women’s AfroBasket quarterfinals with a dominant 91-38 win over Guinea the largest margin of victory so far. Leia Dongue led with 17 points and 8 rebounds, while every Mozambican scored. Guinea’s early spark faded fast, ending their tournament run in lopsided fashion.

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July 30, 2025

Côte d’Ivoire Advances to Quarterfinals with Emotional 82-74 Victory Over Angola

Côte d’Ivoire beat Angola 82–74 to reach the quarterfinals, led by Molly Kaiser and Ameryst Alston. An 18–13 closing run sealed the win, sparking national pride and celebrations, including a dance from the Sports Minister.

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July 29, 2025

Mali Crushes Cameroon in Ruthless Points Barrage to Storm into AfroBasket 2025 Quarterfinals

Mali delivered a dominant 75–49 win over Cameroon in their AfroBasket 2025 Group B clash, avenging their 2021 semifinal loss. Led by Sika Koné’s 15 points and 16 rebounds, Mali outclassed Cameroon in every department, securing a spot in the quarterfinals. Cameroon, rattled and outplayed, now face Angola in a must-win battle to stay in the tournament.

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Ten Years, Twenty-Six Wins: Nigeria March to Quarterfinals with Grit and History

Nigeria extended their AfroBasket dominance with a hard-fought 60-55 win over Mozambique, securing a quarterfinal spot and stretching their unbeaten run to 26 games. Ezinne Kalu stepped up again, proving why she’s a former MVP.

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Uganda Stuns Senegal 73–70 in Overtime Thriller at 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket Group Clash

Uganda shocked 2025 AfroBasket favorites Senegal with a dramatic 73–70 overtime win, clinching a quarterfinal spot. Paige Robinson and Jane Asinde led the charge as the Gazelles overcame multiple deficits in the tournament's most competitive clash thus far.

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Mozambique Dominate Rwanda 72–55 in AfroBasket 2025 Opener, Set Sights on Nigeria Showdown

Mozambique opened AfroBasket Women 2025 with a commanding 72–55 win over Rwanda. Carla Covane and Leia Dongue led the charge, dropping Rwanda to 0–2 as the East Africans now face a must-win quarterfinal qualification clash.

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