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Debutant Cameroon improve to 2-1 and access Quarter-Finals

Damaris Emedie powered debutant Cameroon to their first-ever win at the FIBA U18 Women’s AfroBasket in Pretoria, as she finished with a game-high 21 points and 17 rebounds as the Central African nation claimed a 79-46 over Rwanda.

Game Updates

September 9, 2024

Debutant Cameroon improve to 2-1 and access Quarter-Finals

Game Updates

September 8, 2024

Mali remain unbeaten after explosive Cameroon clash in U18 AfroBasket

Mali continue with their unbeaten run in the FIBA U18 AfroBasket competition in Pretoria after fighting really hard to come back and win the game at the end.

Game Updates

September 8, 2024

Senegal resist Côte d’Ivoire and bounce back to claim an epic win

Senegal have won their first game at the FIBA U18 AfroBasket 2024, as they have saw off Côte d’Ivoire in a clash of West African nations. The Young Lions claimed a 69-63 victory after four tense quarters, in a game that ended as it began.

Game Updates

September 6, 2024

Reigning champions Mali outclass Zambia in one-sided Group B clash

Reigning U18 Women's AfroBasket champions Mali gave a masterclass in basketball to first-time participants Zambia. The scoreline, 136-13, testifies to the difference in level between the two teams.

Game Updates

September 4, 2024

Reigning champions Mali see off pugnacious Angola in heated duel

Reigning champions Mali are off to a perfect start, even though they were handed a tough opposition by Angola. The Lusophones pushed Mali to the limits but couldn’t break the lock to make it past, as the West Africans headed to a 51-43 win.

Team Profiles

September 3, 2024

FIBA U18 AfroBasket Team Preview: Cameroon

Cameroon's U18 Men Basketball National Team is poised to make a strong statement at the FIBA U18 AfroBasket. Brimming with confidence, they aim to kickstart a new era, competing in Group A against Côte d'Ivoire, Mali, and Senegal.

Team Profiles

September 1, 2024

FIBA U18 AfroBasket Team Preview: Mali

Mali's U18 basketball team, with a history of strong performances including two AfroBasket titles, is set to compete again with a well-prepared squad under coach Moussa Cisse Attar. They aim to secure their third title and qualify for the World Cup, relying on both domestic and international talent.

Tournament News

August 30, 2024

FIBA UNVEILS ROAD TO GLORY AT U18 AFROBASKET

With 12 teams rivaling for continental supremacy in the men's and women's categories, the competition path for the FIBA U18 AfroBasket that tips-off on September 2, has been unveiled.

Weekly Updates

August 27, 2024

FIBA Africa Zone 2 Weekly Review: 26/08/2024

Your weekly dose of FIBA Africa Zone 2 News: Yacine Diop is relishing life as the new captain of Senegal’s women's basketball team while Guinean star Shannon Evans swaps clubs but stays in Spain.

Game Updates

August 19, 2024

Senegal Edges Hungary in Thrilling FIBA Women's World Cup Pre-Qualifying Opener

Senegal secured a 63-61 victory over Hungary in their FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup 2026 Pre-Qualifying opener. Led by Ndioma Kane's 21 points, Senegal dominated defensively, outrebounding Hungary 29-26. It held strong despite a late Hungarian comeback, setting a promising tournament tone.

Breaking News

August 19, 2024

FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup Pre-Qualifying Tournament Preview: Mexico

Mali and Mozambique are set to compete in the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup 2026 Pre-Qualifying Tournament in Mexico. Mali faces tough Group A opponents, aiming for redemption after a challenging 2022 World Cup. Mozambique, in Group B, seeks to surprise with veteran leadership.

Breaking News

August 18, 2024

FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup Pre-Qualifying Tournament Preview: Rwanda

Senegal (Group C) and Rwanda (Group D) will compete in the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup Pre-Qualifying Tournament in Kigali, Rwanda. Senegal, ranked 25th globally, faces tough rivals, while host nation Rwanda, ranked 74th, aims to capitalize on home-court advantage and continue their historic rise.