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Nairobi City Thunder see off the Giants to claim East Division Road to BAL Title

Nairobi City Thunder delivered a composed, wire-to-wire performance to defeat the Johannesburg Giants in the East Division Elite 16 Final at Kasarani, sealing their unbeaten run and qualifying for the 2026 Basketball Africa League alongside their South Africa-based finals opponent.

Game Updates

November 15, 2025

APR Overpower Stormers 70–50 as Diakité and Lucas Fuel Dominant Run to Stay Undefeated

APR were looking to maintain this perfect record in the hopes of winning the pool en route to Cairo for the WBLA while Magic Stormers were looking to register their first win. After a dominant performance, the Rwandan powerhouse cruised to victory and claimed a 70-50 win.

Game Updates

November 15, 2025

KPA Crush Magic Stomers 94–41 as Aminata Ly Dominates to keep their WBLA Qualification Charge Perfect!

KPA stormed to a 94–41 WBLA victory behind Aminata Ly’s dominant double-double and strong scoring depth. Their fast breaks, interior dominance and punishing defence powered a perfect 2–0 start, while Magic Stomers struggled with turnovers throughout the one-sided Nairobi matchup.

Game Updates

November 15, 2025

Fox Divas Overpower Magic Stomers as Mashauri’s Dominant Double-Double Seals Crucial WBLA Qualifier Victory

The Fox Divas secured a vital 68–55 WBLA Zone Five win as Merycyana Mashauri’s explosive double-double and strong support from Nakiyingi and Uwandameno powered a late defensive surge, overcoming Magic Stomers in a tense, momentum-shifting showdown in Nairobi.

Game Updates

November 15, 2025

APR Crush Gladiators 97–42 in Ruthless WBLA Qualifiers Masterclass to Send Message to Rivals

APR delivered a dominant 97–42 WBLA Qualifiers victory over the Gladiators, showcasing elite efficiency, disciplined defence and balanced scoring. Their statement win strengthen qualification hopes, while the struggling Zimbabwean side must regroup quickly to stay alive in the race for a WBLA ticket.

Game Updates

November 15, 2025

Les Hippos Overpower Zetech with Dominant Runs to Seize Crucial Opening Qualifier Victory in Nairobi clash

Les Hippos surged past Zetech with dominant scoring runs, relentless defence and balanced offence to claim a crucial 75–61 win, keeping their hopes of African continental qualification alive as both teams prepare for decisive matchups against powerhouse APR.

Game Updates

November 10, 2025

KPA Dominate Foxes 81–57 in Opening WBLA Qualifier, Okoro Leads Hosts’ Charge Toward Cairo 2025

Hosts KPA opened their WBLA Qualifier campaign with a dominant 81–57 win over the Foxes. Ifunya Okoro led all scorers with 18 points as KPA set the tone early, thrilling home fans and strengthening their path to Cairo 2025.

Team Profiles

October 24, 2025

Rwanda's Men's National Team World Cup Qualification Prep Heats Up

Rwanda’s men’s team has added Brillant Brave Rutsindura, Dylan Kayijuka, and Bayern Munich Center David McCormack to its provisional roster ahead of the FIBA World Cup 2027 African Qualifiers, where they face Nigeria, Guinea, and Tunisia in Group C.

Weekly Updates

October 24, 2025

FIBA Africa Zone 5 Weekly Review: 24/10/2025

Your Weekly Dose of FIBA Africa Zone 5 News: Nairobi City Thunder prepare for a return to the Road to BAL Elite 16, while REG strengthen for the Women’s Basketball League Africa qualifiers and Uganda’s NBL Final faces delays amid Road to BAL scheduling conflicts.

Game Updates

October 20, 2025

Obleng Shines as Blazers Book Elite 16 Ticket in Dominant Victory

Namuwongo Blazers dominated Djabal to advance alongside Dar City to the Elite 16 of the Road to BAL 2026. Led by Samuel Obleng’s explosive 39-point performance, the Ugandan side showcased elite shooting and depth in a historic qualifying win.

Game Updates

October 20, 2025

Spintex Knights Rise To The Challenge And Claim Elite 16 Spot in Abidjan

James Amotoe, Abdul Aziz Yakubu and Ruai Gatyang Yar Luak were the driving force behind Spintex Knights’ success and reaching the Elite 16.

Game Updates

October 18, 2025

Dar City Blaze Past Namuwongo 83-70 to Secure BAL Elite 16 Ticket

Dar City stormed back from 16 points down to defeat Uganda’s Namuwongo Blazers 83–70, securing their spot in the BAL Elite 16. Makhi Ahkim Mitchell’s 19-point double-double and Solo Diabate’s leadership powered Tanzania’s champions to glory.

Game Updates

October 17, 2025

CRBT Outlast ASD in 63–54 Thriller to Open Road to BAL Group A in Style!

Centre de Référence de Basketball de Tombouctou (CRBT) battled past AS Douanes Burkina Faso 63–54 in a gritty Road to BAL 2026 opener. Behind Binaly Toure’s dominance and tough defence, the Malian hosts showed heart, composure, and intent to qualify for the Elite 16 in Tombouctou.