Elango Mbotona

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Off Court

October 5, 2025

Balancing Business and Basketball: The NBA’s Franchise Model and Its Impact on Africa

An Opinion Piece by Staff Writer, Elango Mbotona: The NBA’s new plans to introduce franchises in the Basketball Africa League could boost investment and infrastructure, but risks sidelining grassroots clubs, limiting inclusivity, and reshaping African basketball’s authentic community-driven culture.

Breaking News

October 3, 2025

Bangui SC President Cyrille Damango Seeks Central African Basketball Federation Leadership

Cyrille Damango, president of Bangui Sporting Club, will run for the presidency of the Central African Basketball Federation, pledging transparency, youth development, infrastructure growth, and stronger national teams ahead of the elections on October 30-31, 2025, in Bangui.

Weekly Updates

October 1, 2025

FIBA Africa Zone 4 Weekly Review: 25/09/2025

Your Weekly Dose of FIBA Africa Zone 4 News: Cameroon prepares for 2026 FIBA World Cup qualifiers, DR Congo prospect Noé Cuma Toto signs with ASVEL, and the Central African Republic awaits pivotal federation elections as Thierry Darlan signs with Santa Clara.

Game Updates

September 14, 2025

U16 AfroBasket Women: Côte d’Ivoire Stun Mali to End an Era at the FIBA U16 Women’s AfroBasket

Côte d’Ivoire shocked eight-time champions Mali 45–40 in the U16 Women’s AfroBasket semi-finals, ending Mali’s historic dominance. The Ivorians’ resilience secured their first-ever final appearance and a ticket to the 2026 FIBA U16 Women’s World Cup, marking a new era.

Game Updates

September 13, 2025

U16 AfroBasket Men: Cameroon Edge Uganda in Nail-Biting Quarter-Final to Reach Final Four

Cameroon edged Uganda 53-50 in a tense FIBA U16 AfroBasket 2025 quarterfinal, securing a historic semifinal berth on debut. Led by Nolan Ngangmeni and Oliver Ngoumou’s dominance, the Central Africans moved closer to a potential U17 World Cup qualification.

Game Updates

September 11, 2025

U16 AfroBasket Women: Egypt Crush Tanzania, Advance to the Semifinals

Egypt routed Tanzania 83–25 to reach the FIBA U16 Women’s AfroBasket semifinals for a fifth consecutive time. The Pharaohs impressed with depth and defense, but inconsistent three-point shooting remains their biggest concern as they chase continental glory.