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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

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 3, 2024

Egypt overpower Nigeria in a thrilling U18 AfroBasket Group C matchup.

Egypt defeated Nigeria 72-60 in a thrilling U18 AfroBasket Group C opener, led by standout performances from Khadiga Abouelghait and Malak Elhemaly. Despite a late push from Nigeria, Egypt controlled the game and started their campaign strongly

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.

Team Profiles

September 1, 2024

FIBA U18 Men's AfroBasket Team Preview: Senegal

Senegal's U18 team qualified for the FIBA AfroBasket 2024 in South Africa after Guinea withdrew and their coach Parfait Adjivon, using an unconventional selection process, has assembled a diverse and promising squad, aiming for a podium finish.

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.

Tournament News

August 26, 2024

ZONE 3 U18 Afrobasket Qualifiers: Tournament Preview

Get ready to dive into the FIBA Africa Zone 3 U18 Afrobasket Qualifiers, as young basketball talents from the region vie for a spot in the AfroBasket U18 Championship. In the boys' category, Benin, Cote D'Ivoire and Nigeria will compete while Nigeria and Cote D'Ivoire will be in contention in the girls' category.

Game Updates

August 8, 2024

Côte d'Ivoire Dominates Ghana 79-56, Ending U18 AfroBasket Campaign on a High!

FIBA Africa Zone 3 U18 Men's Afrobasket Qualifiers Game Review: Côte d'Ivoire closed out their FIBA Afrobasket Qualifiers campaign with a 79-56 victory over Ghana despite having no chance of qualifying for the next stage. The team displayed determination and skill, ending their campaign on a high note.

Breaking News

August 8, 2024

Nigeria's Historic Run Ends with 88-74 Loss to USA in Olympic Quarter-Finals

Post-Game Report: In the 2024 Paris Olympics, Nigeria's basketball team made history by reaching the quarter-finals, becoming the first African (men's or women's) nation to do so. Despite a valiant effort and a strong final quarter comeback, they fell 88-74 to the USA, marking a significant milestone in African basketball.

Game Updates

August 5, 2024

Nigeria's U18 Women Crush Côte d'Ivoire 94-23 in FIBA Zone 3 AfroBasket Qualifiers!

FIBA Africa Zone 3 U18 Women's Afrobasket Qualifiers Game Review: Nigeria's U18 Women's team crushed Côte d'Ivoire 94-23 in the FIBA Africa Zone 3 Qualifiers, securing their place in the U18 AfroBasket Championship and demonstrated their team's 2-way abilities, from their aggressive defence to their balanced offence.

Game Updates

August 5, 2024

Nigeria Destroys Benin 108-59 in Final FIBA Zone 3 U18 AfroBasket Qualifier

FIBA Africa Zone 3 U18 Men's Afrobasket Qualifiers Game Review: On the final day of the FIBA Africa Zone 3 U18 AfroBasket Qualifiers, Nigeria defeated Benin 108-59, showcasing dominance. Their aggressive defence, balanced scoring, and depth were key, highlighting their readiness for the championship.

Game Updates

August 5, 2024

Nigeria Secures U18 AfroBasket Ticket with 70-60 Win Over Côte d'Ivoire!

FIBA Africa Zone 3 U18 Men's Afrobasket Qualifiers Game Review: Nigeria emerged victorious with a 70-60 win over Côte d'Ivoire in a crucial game at the FIBA Africa Zone 3 U18 Afrobasket Qualifiers. This decisive match saw Nigeria secure the U18 qualifying ticket to Pretoria-South Africa in September.