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

Three faceless silhouettes on an indoor court: one shoots a jump shot while two defenders close in, the ball arcing toward the rim.
National teamsThe Nation Newspaper

Wakama rallies D’Tigress for France finale after World Cup exit

Nigeria’s 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup campaign ended with a 71-67 loss to Hungary and elimination triggered by France’s win over South Korea. Coach Rena Wakama now looks to the final group game.

Clubs & federationsThe New Times

Injury setbacks behind her, Maiga lifts REG Women to RBL Playoffs MVP

Malian forward Kadidia Maiga earned Rwanda Basketball League Playoffs MVP honours after averaging about 15 points and 11 rebounds in REG Women BBC’s title run, three surgeries on her knees.

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National teamsChannels Television

D’Tigress eliminated from Women’s World Cup after 111-56 loss to France

Nigeria’s D’Tigress crashed out of the 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup in Berlin, finishing bottom of their group following a 55-point defeat to France.

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Clubs & federationsLEADERSHIP Newspapers

Giants of Africa take their girls' programmes to Berlin tournament

Giants of Africa made its European debut at the Adidas x ALBA Next Up tournament in Berlin, showcasing its commitment to female participation in basketball across Africa.

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National teamsbellanaija.com

Mali Stun Spain 82-73 at FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup in Berlin

Mali recorded only their second ever Women’s World Cup victory and their first against a European side, beating Spain 82-73 in Berlin as Sika Koné set a new record.

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National teamsAfrictelegraph

Mali Topple Spain at FIBA Women’s World Cup in Berlin

Mali beat Spain 82-73 in Group A of the FIBA Women’s World Cup in Berlin, putting the Aigles Dames in a strong position to chase a quarter-final spot.

A lone basketball rests inside the center circle of a dimly lit, empty indoor court beneath a hanging hoop, symbolising early elimination from a tournament.
National teamsTVC News

D’Tigress Crash Out of 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup

Nigeria’s D’Tigress are eliminated from the 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup after France beat South Korea 95-69, leaving the African champions unable to advance from Group B.

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BALACLSports

Aso Sky Hawks and Gboko City Chiefs book NPBL Final 4 spots

Aso Sky Hawks and Gboko City Chiefs advanced from the Nigeria Premier Basketball League Final 8 in Port Harcourt, joining the Final 4 field.

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National teamsRadio Nigeria Lagos

DAM Foundation backs D'Tigress as Nigerian stars feature in Berlin

DAM Foundation President Dr Abdullahi Mustapha joined basketball stakeholders in Berlin to show support for Nigeria's D'Tigress during their international campaign.

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National teamsfiba.basketball

Mali stun Spain to claim historic win at Women's World Cup

Mali beat Spain 82-73 in Berlin for only their second victory at a FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup and first against European opposition. Sika Kone starred with 19 points and 10 rebounds.

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National teamsMali Actu

Mali stun Spain at 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup

Mali become only the second African nation to defeat Spain at a Women's Basketball World Cup, following Nigeria's 2018 success.

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National teamsPremium Times Nigeria

D’Tigress suffer second straight World Cup defeat against Hungary

Nigeria’s D’Tigress remain winless at the 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup after a 67-71 defeat to Hungary in Berlin, despite a strong fourth-quarter rally.

A silver trophy topped with a basketball stands on a podium against a patterned background, with a hoop and net behind it, celebrating a back-to-back championship win.
Clubs & federationsNyasa Times

Bravehearts retain International Basketball Challenge with 93-55 win over Green Buffaloes

Bravehearts Ladies thrashed Zambia’s Green Buffaloes 93-55 in Lilongwe to retain the International Basketball Challenge for the second year running.

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National teamsdailysports.net

Brahim Hemdani appointed Algeria head coach after Petkovic exit

The Algerian Football Federation has named former international Brahim Hemdani as the new head coach of the Fennecs, with Antar Yahia joining as assistant ahead of the 2027 AFCON qualifiers.

Still life on a hardwood floor: an orange basketball, an open kit bag with a folded green-and-white jersey and towel, a clipboard with X-O marks and a whistle, and a pair of white sneakers.
Clubs & federationsThe Nation Newspaper

Giants of Africa make European debut in Berlin

Giants of Africa, the youth basketball non-profit founded by NBA executive Masai Ujiri, fielded a team at the adidas x ALBA Next Up Women's Basketball Tournament in Berlin, the organisation's first appearance in Europe.

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National teamsNigerian Voice

D'Tigress fall 99-81 to South Korea in Women's World Cup opener

Nigeria's D'Tigress opened their 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup campaign with an 18-point loss to South Korea in Berlin and now face Hungary next.

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Clubs & federationsLEADERSHIP Newspapers

Final 8 race heats up in NBBF/Zenith Bank League second phase

The second phase of the NBBF/Zenith Bank League tips off in Port Harcourt and Zaria, with teams chasing the Final 8 spots in Lagos and others fighting relegation.

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National teamsNewVision.co.ug

Senegal routs Uganda 88-53 in Afrobasket Group D clash

Senegal cruised past an undermanned Uganda 88-53 in their 2025 Men's Afrobasket Group D fixture, outscoring the Silverbacks 44-23 after the break.

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National teamsSports - Orange

Mali stun Spain in historic FIBA Women's World Cup upset

Mali delivered one of the most surprising results of the FIBA Women's World Cup, overwhelming Spain with fast, aggressive play.

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National teamsAPS - Agence de Presse Sénégalaise

Mali lose Women's World Cup opener to Japan in Berlin

Mali let a three-quarter lead slip as Japan rallied to win 102-97 in the opening game of the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup in Berlin. The Maliennes face Spain next.

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Africans abroadsportingnews.com

Jonathan Kuminga joins Timberwolves on two-year deal

The Minnesota Timberwolves have officially signed former Golden State Warriors NBA champion Jonathan Kuminga to a two-year, $13 million contract and confirmed he will wear jersey number 24.

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National teamsolympics.com

D’Tigress chase fresh chapter at FIBA Women’s World Cup in Berlin

Nigeria prepare for a third World Cup appearance in Berlin, with veterans Ezinne Kalu and Promise Amukamara the only holdovers from the 2018 squad that reached the quarter-finals.

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National teamsAPS - Agence de Presse Sénégalaise

Mali and Nigeria open FIBA Women’s World Cup campaigns in Berlin

Mali face Japan on Friday before Nigeria meet Hungary on Saturday as Africa’s two representatives begin their 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup campaigns in Berlin.

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National teamsDaily Post Nigeria

Wakama names Nigeria’s final 12-player World Cup squad

Coach Rena Wakama has unveiled Nigeria’s 12-player squad for the 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup in Berlin, with Amy Okonkwo as captain.