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The continent's basketball stories, from Lagos to Luanda, Dakar to Cairo.

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National teamsFIBA

Cameroon, Congo and Gabon chase AfroCan 2027 ticket in Douala

Three teams meet in Douala from Saturday to Monday with one Zone 4 ticket to AfroCan 2027 in Rwanda on the line.

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National teamsFIBA

Gabon stun hosts Cameroon 83-80 in AfroCan Qualifiers opener

Gabon overturned an 11-point halftime deficit to beat Cameroon 83-80 in Douala on the opening day of the 2027 FIBA AfroCan Qualifiers, with Hermann Boukousso scoring a team-high 19 points.

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National teamsLEADERSHIP Newspapers

Mustapha Pledges Grassroots Revival and Professional League System in NBBF Poll Bid

A Nigerian Basketball Federation presidential hopeful has unveiled a 100-day action plan centred on grassroots development, a professional league structure and women's basketball ahead of the October 15 vote.

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National teamsLEADERSHIP Newspapers

Basketball stakeholders disenfranchised ahead of Nigeria federation polls, says Mark

Basketball figure Mark has alleged interference in the build-up to polls by a state branch of the Nigeria Basketball Federation, calling on the National Sports Commission and the Nigeria Olympic Committee to step in.

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National teamsFIBA

Cameroon, Congo and Gabon chase 2027 AfroCan ticket in Douala

A FIBA Africa Zone 4 qualifier in Douala will send one of Cameroon, Gabon or the Republic of Congo to the 2027 AfroCan in Rwanda.

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National teamsCameroon-Tribune

Cameroon host AfroCan 2027 Zone 4 qualifiers in Douala

Cameroon's A' side face Congo and Gabon in Douala from October 10 to 13 for the sole Zone 4 ticket to the AfroCan 2027 final round in Rwanda.

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National teamsMondialsport.ci

Ivory Coast women thrash DR Congo in Olympic qualifier first leg

Ivory Coast's Eléphantes took a commanding 4-1 lead over DR Congo in Lubumbashi in the first leg of the 2028 Olympic qualifying second round.

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Doudou Ndoye dies from injuries sustained in September 20 road crash

AS Douanes forward Doudou Ndoye has died in Dakar, becoming the third casualty of a road accident that already claimed the lives of Mouhamed Diouf and Momar Marigo.

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National teamsThePointNG

Abdullahi sets out grassroots plan ahead of NBBF elections

Presidential candidate Mustapha Abdullahi has pledged a coordinated schools programme, regional talent centres and a national player-tracking system if elected Nigeria Basketball Federation chief on October 15.

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National teamsFIBA

FIBA Africa Regional Youth Camp returns to Abidjan for sixth edition

Forty boys and girls from twenty African countries will gather at the Palais des Sports de Treichville in Abidjan for the sixth FIBA Africa Regional Youth Camp this October.

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National teamsAllAfrica

Mustapha unveils New Dawn plan ahead of NBBF election

Presidential candidate Abdullahi Mustapha has laid out a 100-day agenda to restructure Nigerian basketball ahead of the October 15 NBBF elective congress.

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National teamsBENIN WEB TV

Doudou Ndoye becomes third Senegalese player to die after September road crash

AS Douanes forward Doudou Ndoye has died from injuries sustained in a 20 September road accident, becoming the third Senegalese basketball player to lose his life in the crash.

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National teamsPremium Times Nigeria

NBBF sets October deadlines ahead of elective congress in Abuja

The Nigeria Basketball Federation has released timelines for its elective congress on 15 October, with nomination forms due by 8 October.

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National teamsWiwSport

Amina Seck released after two months in US detention

Senegalese basketball player Amina Seck has been freed after being detained since 7 August at Louisville airport. She now plans to return to university and undergo surgery.

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National teamsBlueprint Newspapers

Mustapha Pitches ‘New Dawn’ Ahead of NBBF Presidential Vote

Dr. Abdullahi Mustapha has laid out a seven-point agenda for Nigerian basketball, calling for unity, professional administration and a 100-day action plan if elected NBBF president on October 15.

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National teamsLEADERSHIP Newspapers

Mustapha Outlines Seven-Point Plan to Rebuild Nigerian Basketball

Presidential candidate Dr. Abdullahi Mustapha has unveiled a wide-ranging blueprint ahead of the October 15 NBBF election, pledging reforms across grassroots, leagues, national teams and infrastructure.

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National teamsNewVision.co.ug

Senegal women stay home for AfroBasket prep after US visa rejections

Les Lionnes are training in Dakar after the US rejected visas for 12 players and staff, forcing a last-minute change to their AfroBasket preparation plans.

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National teamsThe Nation Newspaper

Fizdale targets more NBA stars as D’Tigers chase Olympic return

Nigeria coach David Fizdale says 14 NBA players with Nigerian connections have shown interest in representing the country, with two already committed subject to eligibility.

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National teamsBusiness News Nigeria

Oyedeji declares NBBF presidential bid, promises to rebuild Nigerian basketball

Former D'Tigers captain Olumide Oyedeji has formally announced his candidacy for the NBBF presidency ahead of the 15 October election in Lagos.

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National teamsSenePlus

Mame Maty Mbengue to light Youth Olympic Games cauldron in Dakar

The former Senegal captain and first African woman in the FIBA Hall of Fame will officially light the cauldron at the 2026 Youth Olympic Games in Dakar.

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National teamsSports247 Nigeria

Olumide Oyedeji Enters NBBF Presidential Race With Rebuild Mission

Former NBA player Olumide Oyedeji has declared his candidacy for NBBF president, promising to rebuild trust and develop Nigerian basketball.

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National teamsSports247 Nigeria

Fizdale Says 14 NBA Talents Are Ready to Be Reached as D’Tigers Build Toward LA 2028

Nigeria’s head coach says he has spoken to 14 NBA players with Nigerian connections and secured two commitments, with the 2027 World Cup and Los Angeles 2028 Olympics driving the rebuild.

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National teamsSports247 Nigeria

Aderemi Adeoye Eager to Seize Super Eagles Opportunity Against Russia

Ikorodu City teenager Aderemi Adeoye says his Super Eagles invitation for the friendly against Russia is a defining moment, as the 19-year-old midfielder looks to build on his rapid rise from academy football to the senior squad.

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National teamsIndependent Newspaper Nigeria

Oyedeji enters NBBF race, pledges to rebuild Nigerian basketball

Former D'Tigers captain Olumide Oyedeji says he is contesting the Nigerian Basketball Federation presidency to end disunity and reposition the sport.