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July 29, 2024

Nigeria Beat Australia in Opening Game at the 2024 Paris Olympics

In a historic win at the 2024 Paris Olympics, Nigeria's women's team triumphed over third-ranked Australia 75-62. Ranked last in pre-tournament power rankings, Nigeria overcame an early deficit, leveraged their physical prowess, and delivered a strong defensive performance to secure this significant victory.

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July 28, 2024

Two Countries Will Represent African Basketball at the 2024 Paris Olympics, Not One!

POV: At the 2024 Paris Olympics, South Sudan's men's and Nigeria's women's teams will shine. While South Sudan's rise gets praise, Nigeria's women's team, four-time AfroBasket champions, also deserve recognition, highlighting the need for more support for African basketball and women's sports.

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July 25, 2024

Nigeria's Olympic Dream Team Revealed: 2023 AfroBasket MVP Amy Okonkwo Leads a Star-Studded Roster to Paris 2024!

The Nigerian Women’s national basketball team has announced their 12-player roster for the 2024 Paris Olympics. Headlined by 2023 AfroBasket MVP Amy Okonkwo, the lineup also includes former Notre Dame star Lauren Ebo and 2015 WNBA Draft pick Promise Amukamara.

Development

July 18, 2024

Smooth Sailing on Day 3 in Madagascar at FIBA Africa's Mini Basketball

After Day 3 in Kinjia Barea, all coaches are even more motivated to continue with this experience as they continue to share their knowledge and collaborate with other coaches from other countries.

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July 16, 2024

FIBA Africa & FIBA Foundation Pushes Mini Basketball in Africa, Targets Madagascar!

With the support of the FIBA’s Regional Offices of Africa and FIBA Foundation, there will be a sixth edition of the annual Mini Basketball Convention in Africa this July from the 15th to the 18th. The camp will take place in Kianjia Barea in Madagascar.

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July 10, 2024

BAL Stars Making Waves: Top African Talent Signed for NBA Summer League!

Several top African players from the Basketball Africa League (BAL) have been signed by NBA teams to showcase their talents in the annual Summer League. This remarkable achievement underscores the growing influence and talent emerging from the BAL, finally highlighting the league as a vital pipeline for the NBA.