https://dunk.africa/en/news/ BAL, AfroBasket, national teams and Africa's players abroad. en Sat, 26 Sep 2026 08:42:12 GMT https://dunk.africa/en/news/timberwolves-president-praises-kuminga-fit/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/timberwolves-president-praises-kuminga-fit/ Sat, 26 Sep 2026 07:22:25 GMT Minnesota president Tim Connelly described Jonathan Kuminga as one of the league's best cutters and said his championship experience will shape the Timberwolves' offence alongside LaMelo Ball. nba Fadeaway World https://dunk.africa/en/news/dtigresses-final-squad-wakama-2026/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/dtigresses-final-squad-wakama-2026/ Sat, 26 Sep 2026 07:22:25 GMT Coach Rena Wakama has unveiled her 12-player squad for the 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup in Germany, with captain Amy Okonkwo leading Nigeria’s bid in Group B. afrobasket LEADERSHIP Newspapers https://dunk.africa/en/news/lupita-nyongo-invests-nairobi-city-thunder/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/lupita-nyongo-invests-nairobi-city-thunder/ Sat, 26 Sep 2026 07:22:25 GMT Oscar-winning Kenyan actress Lupita Nyong’o has become an investor in Nairobi City Thunder, the first Kenyan club to play in the Basketball Africa League. bal KenyanVibe https://dunk.africa/en/news/olisemeka-eyes-bal-success-after-hoopers-npbl-crown/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/olisemeka-eyes-bal-success-after-hoopers-npbl-crown/ Sat, 26 Sep 2026 07:22:25 GMT Rivers Hoopers forward Peter Olisemeka has set his sights on the Basketball Africa League after helping the club win the NPBL crown and qualify for the 2027 continental showpiece. bal The Nation Newspaper https://dunk.africa/en/news/nam-blazers-carry-ugandas-flag-at-hoima-bal-qualifiers/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/nam-blazers-carry-ugandas-flag-at-hoima-bal-qualifiers/ Sat, 26 Sep 2026 07:22:25 GMT Namuwongo Blazers will represent Uganda at the Hoima City Arena when the country hosts Road to BAL qualifiers for the first time from October 23-26. africa-clubs NewVision.co.ug https://dunk.africa/en/news/diabate-fuels-hornets-offense/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/diabate-fuels-hornets-offense/ Sat, 26 Sep 2026 07:22:25 GMT Charlotte's Moussa Diabate turned empty possessions into live ones last season, ranking fifth in the NBA in offensive rebounds and earning the league's Hustle Player of the Year award. africans-abroad Last Word On Sports https://dunk.africa/en/news/ruto-attends-wnba-game-for-madina-okot/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/ruto-attends-wnba-game-for-madina-okot/ Sat, 26 Sep 2026 07:22:25 GMT Kenyan President William Ruto watched the Atlanta Dream's regular-season finale at Barclays Center, posing for photos with Mumias-born centre Madina Okot. africans-abroad radio47.fm https://dunk.africa/en/news/rivers-hoopers-eye-balance-after-overtime-win/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/rivers-hoopers-eye-balance-after-overtime-win/ Sat, 26 Sep 2026 07:22:25 GMT Rivers Hoopers coach Ogoh Odaudu and MVP Abel Offia have their sights on the Basketball Africa League playoffs after a 92-90 overtime win over Maktown Flyers. bal The Nation Newspaper https://dunk.africa/en/news/rivers-hoopers-retire-kokos-number-15/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/rivers-hoopers-retire-kokos-number-15/ Sat, 26 Sep 2026 07:22:25 GMT Rivers Hoopers have retired captain Victor Anthony Koko's jersey No. 15 following his retirement a day after the club clinched the 2026 NPBL title. africa-clubs elanhub.net https://dunk.africa/en/news/siakam-eligible-pacers-extension/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/siakam-eligible-pacers-extension/ Sat, 26 Sep 2026 00:26:17 GMT The Indiana forward has been eligible since July 6 to sign a three-year extension worth up to $207 million, though general manager Chad Buchanan declined to discuss the team's plans. africans-abroad RotoWire https://dunk.africa/en/news/ugboaja-calls-for-transparent-nbbf-elections/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/ugboaja-calls-for-transparent-nbbf-elections/ Sat, 26 Sep 2026 00:26:17 GMT Former D'Tigers player and NBBF presidential aspirant Ejike Ugboaja demands a fair process ahead of the 2026 federation elections, urging stakeholders to unite behind basketball development. afrobasket AllAfrica https://dunk.africa/en/news/kenyan-star-okot-dreams-rise-to-atlanta/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/kenyan-star-okot-dreams-rise-to-atlanta/ Sat, 26 Sep 2026 00:26:17 GMT Kenyan centre Madina Okot capped a historic rookie WNBA season with Atlanta Dream as President William Ruto watched her side beat New York Liberty 83-65 in the regular-season finale. africans-abroad Education News https://dunk.africa/en/news/koko-retires-rivers-hoopers-retire-no-15/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/koko-retires-rivers-hoopers-retire-no-15/ Sat, 26 Sep 2026 00:26:17 GMT Rivers Hoopers have retired Victor Anthony Koko's No. 15 jersey following the Nigerian veteran's retirement after eight NPBL titles, a BAL bronze medal and several caps for the national team. africa-clubs The Trumpet Newspaper Nigeria https://dunk.africa/en/news/olisemeka-rivers-hoopers-bal-2027/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/olisemeka-rivers-hoopers-bal-2027/ Sat, 26 Sep 2026 00:26:17 GMT Peter Olisemeka says he cannot wait to play in the Basketball Africa League again after Rivers Hoopers reclaimed the Nigerian title and booked their place in the 2027 continental competition. bal Sports247 Nigeria https://dunk.africa/en/news/rivers-hoopers-reclaim-npbl-title-bal-berth/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/rivers-hoopers-reclaim-npbl-title-bal-berth/ Sat, 26 Sep 2026 00:26:17 GMT Rivers Hoopers edged Maktown Flyers 92-90 in overtime to win the NPBL title and secure Nigeria's place in the 2027 Basketball Africa League, with coach Ogoh Odaudu and MVP Abel Offia already looking ahead. bal Head Topics https://dunk.africa/en/news/afrobasket-women-2027-qualifiers-preview/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/afrobasket-women-2027-qualifiers-preview/ Sat, 26 Sep 2026 00:26:17 GMT The road to AfroBasket Women 2027 opens with seven qualification spots available across Africa's zones, with Nigeria, Mali, South Sudan, Senegal and Cameroon already qualified as the top five from the previous edition. afrobasket fiba.basketball https://dunk.africa/en/news/diabate-ranked-top-27-nba-center/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/diabate-ranked-top-27-nba-center/ Sat, 26 Sep 2026 00:17:47 GMT Charlotte's Moussa Diabaté has been placed 27th among NBA centres after a season in which he won the Hustle award and helped spark the Hornets' turnaround. nba roundtable.io https://dunk.africa/en/news/lupita-nyongo-invests-in-nairobi-city-thunder/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/lupita-nyongo-invests-in-nairobi-city-thunder/ Sat, 26 Sep 2026 00:17:47 GMT Award-winning actor Lupita Nyong'o has joined Nairobi City Thunder as an investor, days before the Kenyan champions face Kenya Ports Authority in the men's league playoff final. africa-clubs Mozzart Sport Kenya https://dunk.africa/en/news/senegalese-players-open-euroleague-campaign/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/senegalese-players-open-euroleague-campaign/ Sat, 26 Sep 2026 00:17:47 GMT Badio, Faye and Ndiaye began Euroleague play with Panathinaikos, Paris Basketball and Olympiacos, two of whom posted convincing opening-day victories. africans-abroad WiwSport https://dunk.africa/en/news/mark-urges-private-sector-nigeria-basketball/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/mark-urges-private-sector-nigeria-basketball/ Sat, 26 Sep 2026 00:17:47 GMT A Nigerian basketball sponsor has called on private investors to take the lead in developing certified coaches, saying unqualified staff cannot work at international level. africa-clubs LEADERSHIP Newspapers https://dunk.africa/en/news/nbbf-elective-congress-october-2026/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/nbbf-elective-congress-october-2026/ Sat, 26 Sep 2026 00:17:47 GMT The Nigeria Basketball Federation will hold its elective congress in Abuja on October 15, 2026, ending months of uncertainty and ushering in a new board under a FIBA-recognised transition framework. afrobasket Blueprint Newspapers https://dunk.africa/en/news/gba-forfait-coupe-afrique-clubs-champions/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/gba-forfait-coupe-afrique-clubs-champions/ Sat, 26 Sep 2026 00:17:47 GMT Senegalese champions Guédiawaye Basket Academy will not take part in the next African Champions Cup, with president Mamadou Pathé Keita citing a lack of financial resources. africa-clubs WiwSport https://dunk.africa/en/news/tinubu-redeems-dtigress-cash-pledge/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/tinubu-redeems-dtigress-cash-pledge/ Sat, 26 Sep 2026 00:17:47 GMT Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu has completed the payment of cash rewards promised to D’Tigress following their record-extending AfroBasket triumph. afrobasket LEADERSHIP Newspapers https://dunk.africa/en/news/abada-relishes-rivers-hoopers-npbl-triumph/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/abada-relishes-rivers-hoopers-npbl-triumph/ Sat, 26 Sep 2026 00:17:47 GMT Tunisian point guard Omar Abada celebrates winning the 2026 NPBL crown with Rivers Hoopers and earning a spot at the Basketball Africa League. bal Punch Newspapers https://dunk.africa/en/news/dtigress-crash-out-of-fiba-womens-world-cup/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/dtigress-crash-out-of-fiba-womens-world-cup/ Sat, 26 Sep 2026 00:17:47 GMT Nigeria’s D’Tigress have been eliminated from the FIBA Women’s World Cup and have apologised to Nigerians for their disappointing campaign. afrobasket LEADERSHIP Newspapers https://dunk.africa/en/news/madina-okot-meets-kenyan-president-at-dream-game/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/madina-okot-meets-kenyan-president-at-dream-game/ Sat, 26 Sep 2026 00:17:47 GMT Atlanta Dream centre Madina Okot shared a courtside moment with Kenyan President William Ruto and First Lady Rachel Ruto after the Dream beat the New York Liberty 83-65 in their final regular-season game. africans-abroad EssentiallySports https://dunk.africa/en/news/afrobasket-feminin-2027-qualifiers/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/afrobasket-feminin-2027-qualifiers/ Sat, 26 Sep 2026 00:17:47 GMT FIBA has announced that the AfroBasket Women 2027 qualifiers will run from September 2026 to May 2027 across seven African zones, with seven spots up for grabs alongside five direct qualifiers. afrobasket APAnews - Agence de Presse Africaine https://dunk.africa/en/news/odaudu-offia-eye-bal-return-after-npbl-triumph/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/odaudu-offia-eye-bal-return-after-npbl-triumph/ Wed, 23 Sep 2026 23:51:05 GMT Coach Ogoh Odaudu and Final Four MVP Abel Offia said Rivers Hoopers are targeting the Basketball Africa League playoffs after reclaiming the Nigerian title in Port Harcourt. bal punchng.com https://dunk.africa/en/news/ugboaja-nbbf-presidency-bid/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/ugboaja-nbbf-presidency-bid/ Wed, 23 Sep 2026 16:32:19 GMT Former Nigerian international Igoh Ugboaja says he is running for the NBBF presidency to restore unity and prioritise player development, not to relitigate past disputes. afrobasket LEADERSHIP Newspapers https://dunk.africa/en/news/aminata-seck-us-detention/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/aminata-seck-us-detention/ Wed, 23 Sep 2026 10:23:06 GMT Senegalese basketball player Aminata Seck has been in US immigration detention since 7 August, according to her lawyer, who says her client has received only ibuprofen for serious knee and back pain. africans-abroad Senegal Direct https://dunk.africa/en/news/rivers-hoopers-win-seventh-npbl-title/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/rivers-hoopers-win-seventh-npbl-title/ Wed, 23 Sep 2026 06:07:34 GMT The Kingsmen sealed their seventh NPBL crown in Port Harcourt with a 92-90 overtime win over Maktown Flyers, earning a return to the Basketball Africa League in 2027. africa-clubs naijanews.com https://dunk.africa/en/news/rivers-hoopers-reclaim-npbl-title/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/rivers-hoopers-reclaim-npbl-title/ Wed, 23 Sep 2026 03:30:57 GMT Rivers Hoopers sealed their seventh Nigeria Premier Basketball League crown in Port Harcourt, completing an unbeaten Final Four campaign and booking a return to the Basketball Africa League. africa-clubs punchng.com https://dunk.africa/en/news/rivers-hoopers-win-seventh-npbl-title-2/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/rivers-hoopers-win-seventh-npbl-title-2/ Tue, 22 Sep 2026 21:29:35 GMT Rivers Hoopers edged defending champions Maktown Flyers 92-90 in overtime to win a record-equalling seventh NPBL title and book Nigeria's BAL berth. africa-clubs ACLSports https://dunk.africa/en/news/nba-pushes-bal-permanent-franchise-sales/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/nba-pushes-bal-permanent-franchise-sales/ Tue, 22 Sep 2026 20:42:00 GMT NBA executives will use the UN General Assembly in New York to advance plans to sell up to 10 permanent Basketball Africa League franchises to private investors from six African countries. bal Diya TV https://dunk.africa/en/news/womens-afrobasket-2027-qualifying-zones/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/womens-afrobasket-2027-qualifying-zones/ Tue, 22 Sep 2026 16:02:57 GMT The qualifying journey for the 2027 Women's AfroBasket runs from September 2026 to May 2027, with seven places available across seven African zones for the main tournament. afrobasket fiba.basketball https://dunk.africa/en/news/nneka-ogwumike-reaches-8000-wnba-points/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/nneka-ogwumike-reaches-8000-wnba-points/ Tue, 22 Sep 2026 09:53:36 GMT Los Angeles Sparks forward and first-generation Nigerian-American Nneka Ogwumike has become only the fourth WNBA player to score 8,000 career points. africans-abroad The Nation Newspaper https://dunk.africa/en/news/nba-deals-permanent-bal-franchises/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/nba-deals-permanent-bal-franchises/ Tue, 22 Sep 2026 06:54:00 GMT NBA executives will meet African representatives at the UN General Assembly this week to present the proposed shift to permanent Basketball Africa League franchises starting in 2027. bal Basket USA https://dunk.africa/en/news/rivers-hoopers-edge-gboko-stay-unbeaten-in-npbl-final-four/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/rivers-hoopers-edge-gboko-stay-unbeaten-in-npbl-final-four/ Mon, 21 Sep 2026 23:39:52 GMT Rivers Hoopers beat Gboko City Chiefs 88-76 in Port Harcourt to remain the only unbeaten side heading into the final day of the NPBL Final Four. africa-clubs ACLSports https://dunk.africa/en/news/nba-pitches-bal-franchise-plan-to-african-leaders/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/nba-pitches-bal-franchise-plan-to-african-leaders/ Mon, 21 Sep 2026 17:47:37 GMT NBA executives will meet African government leaders in New York this week to advance plans to sell up to 10 permanent Basketball Africa League franchises, with early bids from six African markets already exceeding $50 million. bal Sports Business Journal https://dunk.africa/en/news/nbbf-election-governor-lobbying-against-delegates/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/nbbf-election-governor-lobbying-against-delegates/ Mon, 21 Sep 2026 14:57:08 GMT A sitting Nigerian governor interested in becoming NBBF president is lobbying colleagues to remove state chairmen before the September 25 congress, an investigation has revealed. afrobasket New Telegraph https://dunk.africa/en/news/nam-blazers-face-east-division-group-d-test/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/nam-blazers-face-east-division-group-d-test/ Mon, 21 Sep 2026 13:52:58 GMT Uganda's Namuwongo Blazers will face clubs from Burundi, Rwanda, Madagascar and Comoros in Hoima as they chase a top-two finish and a place in the BAL East Division Elite 16 in Nairobi. bal Kawowo Sports https://dunk.africa/en/news/bal-2027-east-division-group-d-qualifiers-head-to-hoima/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/bal-2027-east-division-group-d-qualifiers-head-to-hoima/ Mon, 21 Sep 2026 13:43:26 GMT Namuwongo Blazers have confirmed that the BAL 2027 East Division Group D qualifiers will take place in Uganda at Hoima City Arena from October 23 to 26. bal Kawowo Sports https://dunk.africa/en/news/abdullahi-bids-to-reposition-nigeria-basketball/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/abdullahi-bids-to-reposition-nigeria-basketball/ Mon, 21 Sep 2026 12:45:00 GMT Dr Mustapha Abdullahi is bidding to lead the Nigeria Basketball Federation, pledging innovation, institutional discipline, corporate partnerships and stronger pathways for young players. afrobasket Head Topics https://dunk.africa/en/news/gambie-ufoa-u17-tirs-au-but-senegal/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/gambie-ufoa-u17-tirs-au-but-senegal/ Sun, 20 Sep 2026 21:26:00 GMT Gambia defeated Senegal on penalties after a 0-0 draw to win the WAFU Zone A U17 title, ending the Lionceaux's bid for a third consecutive crown. afrobasket wiwsport https://dunk.africa/en/news/okot-limited-minutes-dream-close-home-schedule/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/okot-limited-minutes-dream-close-home-schedule/ Sun, 20 Sep 2026 18:19:08 GMT Kenyan forward Madina Okot played just six minutes as Atlanta Dream closed their home schedule with a 106-81 win over Chicago Sky, moving to 28-14. africa-clubs Mozzart Sport Kenya https://dunk.africa/en/news/mustapha-abdullahi-nigeria-basketball-federation/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/mustapha-abdullahi-nigeria-basketball-federation/ Sun, 20 Sep 2026 16:21:57 GMT A former NBA agent turned federal institution chief, Dr Mustapha Abdullahi is being discussed as a candidate ahead of the Nigeria Basketball Federation election, with backers pointing to his management experience. afrobasket New Telegraph https://dunk.africa/en/news/thunder-kpa-kenya-premier-league-final/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/thunder-kpa-kenya-premier-league-final/ Sun, 20 Sep 2026 10:53:40 GMT Nairobi City Thunder and Kenya Ports Authority have both completed 3-0 semifinal sweeps to set up a third consecutive Basketball Premier League final, with Thunder chasing a three-peat. africa-clubs radio47.fm https://dunk.africa/en/news/rfi-mondial-sports-women-world-review/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/rfi-mondial-sports-women-world-review/ Sun, 20 Sep 2026 08:00:02 GMT RFI's Mondial Sports will revisit the 2026 Women's Basketball World Cup with Mali assistant coach Diana Gandega alongside French legends Isabelle Yacoubou and Sarah Michel. afrobasket RFI https://dunk.africa/en/news/rivers-hoopers-odaudu-final-four-push/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/rivers-hoopers-odaudu-final-four-push/ Sun, 20 Sep 2026 06:00:00 GMT Rivers Hoopers head coach Ogoh Odaudu says psychological preparation, not physical fitness, will define his side's bid for the 2026 NPBL crown and a 2027 BAL ticket. africa-clubs sportingtribune.com https://dunk.africa/en/news/toronto-tempo-sign-borkowska-gakdeng/ https://dunk.africa/en/news/toronto-tempo-sign-borkowska-gakdeng/ Sat, 19 Sep 2026 22:45:02 GMT The Toronto Tempo have signed Polish centre Kamila Borkowska and South Sudanese centre Maria Gakdeng to developmental contracts to strengthen their depth at the position. africans-abroad 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