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Agada Stars as Nigeria Rout Cape Verde in FIBA World Cup 2027 African Qualifiers

Nigeria responded with a crucial 100-84 victory over Cape Verde Islands as the second round of the FIBA World Cup 2027 African Qualifiers wrapped up in Rades, Tunisia.

Tournament News

July 21, 2026

Egypt and Côte d'Ivoire End FIBA U17 Women's World Cup Campaigns on Contrasting Highs

Egypt closed out their FIBA U17 Women's Basketball World Cup 2026 with an impressive run through the classification games, while debutants Côte d'Ivoire showed flashes of promise as USA registered a fourth straight win in Brno, Czechia to continue its dominance.

Game Updates

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.

Game Updates

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.

Game Updates

July 15, 2026

Côte d'Ivoire defeat Madagascar in a 118-102 thriller in Dakar

The Ivorians, already qualified for the next round, displayed full offensive prowess in this thrilling encounter against a Malagasy side that was equal to the task. Assemian Moulare continued in his great form as he recorded 23 points and 9 assists in just 26 minutes of play.

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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.

Game Updates

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.

Game Updates

July 2, 2026

Cameroon and Côte d’Ivoire Exit FIBA U17 World Cup After Quarter-Final Qualification Battles

Cameroon and Côte d’Ivoire concluded their FIBA U17 Basketball World Cup campaigns after Round of 16 defeats to USA and Puerto Rico. While Cameroon were outclassed by the defending champions, Côte d’Ivoire pushed Puerto Rico deep into the fourth quarter, highlighting the promise and resilience of Africa’s emerging basketball talent.

Game Updates

July 2, 2026

Cameroon and Côte d’Ivoire End Group Phase with Defeats on Day 3 of FIBA U17 Basketball World Cup

Cameroon and Côte d’Ivoire concluded the FIBA U17 Basketball World Cup group phase with defeats on Day 3 in Istanbul. Canada overpowered Cameroon 104-64, while Serbia defeated Côte d’Ivoire 97-71. Despite the setbacks, Yuma Mendoua Ze and Nathan Djako delivered encouraging performances as both African teams prepare for the classification rounds.

Game Updates

July 1, 2026

Côte d’Ivoire Push Australia to the Brink as Cameroon Endures Tough Day Against Lithuania

Côte d’Ivoire came agonizingly close to upsetting Australia before falling 78-73 after leading for most of the contest, while Cameroon endured a difficult 94-43 defeat to Lithuania on Day 2 of the FIBA U17 Basketball World Cup. Despite contrasting results, both African teams continue gaining valuable experience on the global stage.

Game Updates

July 1, 2026

Mixed Fortunes for African Teams as Cameroon Stumble and Côte d’Ivoire Shine on Opening Day of FIBA U17 Basketball World Cup

Africa’s representatives experienced contrasting starts at the FIBA U17 Basketball World Cup as Cameroon fell to China despite Nolan Ngangmeni’s 23-point display, while Côte d’Ivoire produced a disciplined team performance to defeat Venezuela. The results highlighted both the challenges and growing promise of Africa’s emerging basketball talent on the world stage.

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April 30, 2026

Al Ahly’s Depth Overpowers Maktown Flyers in 89–80 Statement Win

Al Ahly’s superior bench depth and fourth-quarter execution proved decisive in an 89–80 win over Maktown Flyers. Despite James Butler Jr’s 29 points, Maktown paid for limited reserve production, highlighting crucial lessons in depth, focus and late-game composure.

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April 29, 2026

Club Africain dig deep to land first Playoff ticket from the Sahara Conference

Victory over the Ivorian champions JCA, under the tutelage of former international Stephane Konate, leaves Antonio Perez Cainzos' charges on a perfect 3-0 run with two more matches on the cards for the Tunisians