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Senegal defeat defending champions, Mali, to book their spot in the finals

Senegal held off the defending champions, Mali, in a tightly contested semi-final 55-51 to book their spot in the finals. Senegal's first quarter surge was enough to help them hold off Mali who dominated the second half. This game had another implication other than playing for the trophy but also, it secures Senegal a spot in the FIBA U19 World Cup in Prague next year.

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August 17, 2026

Senegal defeat defending champions, Mali, to book their spot in the finals

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August 16, 2026

FIBA U18 AfroBasket: Mali Punch Ninth Straight Semi-Final Ticket, Hold Off Late Tunisia Surge

Defending champions Mali power their way to a ninth straight semifinal with a convincing win over Tunisia.

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August 14, 2026

Lockdown third quarter propels Senegal past Madagascar into U18 AfroBasket semi-finals

In a physical quarter-final bout in Abidjan, Senegal punched their ticket to the semi-finals with a commanding 54-40 victory over Madagascar. What began as a tight, defensive tussle through the first half quickly turned in Senegal's favour following a decisive second half surge. Sparked by dominant third-quarter lockdown where they held the Malagasy side to just four points, Senegal broke open a two-point halftime margin to a comfortable double-digit cushion. Anchored by a monster performance by star forward Codé Mbengue who delivered 19 points, 12 rebounds, five steals and five block. Despite Madagascar's valiant fourth quarter effort, Senegal's defense proved impossible to overturn in the closing minutes.

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August 13, 2026

FIBA U18 AfroBasket: Cameroon Survives Senegal Scare in Treichville

Cameroon stay perfect in Group C as Senegal advance to the next round despite defeat.

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July 15, 2026

Group B round up: Côte d'Ivoire and Senegal win big in Dakar

Côte d'Ivoire bounced back from their defeat at the hands of Senegal to claim a convincing victory, 94-51, against the Leopards of DR Congo to keep the pressure on Senegal. Senegal also crushed Madagascar 101-59 to remain in top of Group B after an impressive offensive performance by Brancou Badio.

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July 15, 2026

Agada Stirs Nigeria To Blow Out Rwanda in Statement Win As Tunisia Stuns Guinea in Group C Roundup

Nigeria closed out the FIBA World Cup 2027 African Qualifiers first round window with a dominant win over Rwanda while Tunisia piled more pressure on Guinea as the West Africans suffered a second straight loss.

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July 15, 2026

Ibrahima Faye leads Senegal to a convincing win over DR Congo

Despite both teams securing qualification into the next round, there was still much to play for. For Senegal, it was to top the group, and for Congo, it was to regain their place continentally after a a sluggish form recently. Senegal managed to overcome their first half woes and race to the finish line with a strong second half. Senegal went on to win 89-63 with Faye scoring 22 points in this duel.

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July 13, 2026

Guinean star, Alpha Diallo, signs a blockbuster move to the NBA with the Denver Nuggets

Alpha Diallo of AS Monaco has signed a blockbuster move to the NBA with the Denver Nuggets for a reported 1.4 million UD Dollars. The Guinean international signed a one-year guaranteed contract to help the 2023 NBA champions return to that glory. This comes after a great individual performance in the EuroLeague and AfroBasket. What does this move mean for him and for Africa?

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July 5, 2026

Cameroon, South Sudan Triumph as Cape Verde Progress

South Sudan cruised past Cape Verde before unbeaten hosts Cameroon defeated Libya, a result that sealed Cape Verde’s qualification to the second round alongside Cameroon and South Sudan in the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 African Qualifiers.

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July 5, 2026

Group C Roundup: Nigeria Stuns Guinea In Luanda To Secure Second Round As Tunisia Ends Rwanda's Hopes

Nigeria left it late against Guinea to secure a dramatic win and ensured a spot in the next round while Tunisia also advanced to the next round following a convincing win over Rwanda as Group C action continues in Luanda.

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July 3, 2026

Metu Proved Vital for Nigeria as Guinea sealed Second Round Spot in African Qualifiers Group C Roundup

Nigeria’s victory over Tunisia in Luanda now puts them in a strong position in Group C, while Tunisia will be looking to regroup. Meanwhile, Guinea extended its historic run also in Luanda by sealing a ticket to the second round.

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July 3, 2026

Group D : Mali and Angola punch their ticket, Egypt and Uganda stay alive

Group D took shape in Luanda as Mali and Angola booked Second Round tickets, while Egypt and Uganda stayed alive, leaving the reigning African champions and AfroBasket silver medalists firmly in focus for upcoming battles.