Zone

All

Breaking News

BAL President Hails Explosive Growth as Season 6 Tips Off in Style

The Basketball Africa League’s sixth season tips off with record-breaking partnerships and global reach, highlighting the league’s rapid growth and rising influence. With massive fan engagement and exciting matchups ahead, the BAL continues to cement its place as a powerhouse in African and global basketball.

Woman of the Month

May 20, 2025

Natascha Onono: Changing the scope of African Basketball Behind the scenes

FIBA Africa is committed to making basketball as inclusive and diverse as possible in Africa and how better to do it than to have that mandate on the officiating side. We had an exclusive interview with renown referee and role model, Natascha Onono, for a one-on-one on her view of the game from behind the whistle.

Game Updates

May 4, 2025

Patrick Hardy Jr Leads US Monastir Past Kriol Star for Second Win Over Cape Verde Club

US Monastir, led by Patrick Hardy Jr’s 29-point performance, defeated BAL debutants Kriol Star 91-83. The 2022 BAL champions moved to 3-2, securing a crucial win and edging closer to the 2025 Basketball Africa League Playoffs in South Africa.

Game Updates

May 2, 2025

McGlynn Drops 29 as Kriol Star Outlast Dakar in BAL Overtime Classic to Stay Alive

Patrick McGlynn’s 29-point explosion led Kriol Star to a dramatic 95-92 OT win over Dakar. With both BAL Sahara Conference teams now 2-2, playoff qualification for Pretoria remains wide open heading into a decisive final weekend.

Game Updates

April 30, 2025

US Monastir Dominate Kriol Star as Babacar Sane and PJ Hardy Lead BAL Victory

US Monastir overwhelmed Kriol Star 88–72 in Dakar behind standout performances from Babacar Sane, PJ Hardy, and Firas Lahyani. Monastir’s suffocating defence and three-point shooting proved too much in this Basketball Africa League showdown

Team Profiles

April 26, 2025

Team Profile: US Monastir – Roster, Key Players & Outlook for 2025 BAL Sahara Conference

US Monastir returns to the BAL with a retooled roster featuring Deng Acuoth, Tarekeyi Edogi, PJ Hardy, Osiris Eldridge, and legend Radhouane Slimane. Blending youth and experience, they’re chasing glory in the stacked Sahara Conference.

Breaking News

April 25, 2025

"BAL Will Be One of the World's Best Leagues Soon" — US Monastir Legend Radhouane Slimane

Veteran star Radhouane Slimane says the BAL is evolving fast, boosted by young talent, global stars, and elite development programs, transforming African basketball and positioning the league as a rising force in the global basketball landscape.

Team Profiles

April 25, 2025

Team Profile: Kriol Star – Roster, Key Players & Outlook for 2025 BAL Sahara Conference

After landing a wild card to play in the Elite 16 East Division, and going on to qualify alongside Nairobi City Thunder, Kriol Star make their BAL debut with the aim of breaking new ground for Cape Verde basketball

Breaking News

April 24, 2025

AfroBasket 2025 Draw Revealed: 12 teams Set for Abidjan Showdown!

Twelve top African nations will battle for glory at the 2025 FIBA Women's AfroBasket in Abidjan, but to win it all, they must first topple defending champions Nigeria, led by red-hot star Amy Okonkwo. With her elite EuroLeague stats, D’Tigress are still the team to beat.

Breaking News

April 14, 2025

FIBA Africa Central Board to Meet for Discussions on Upcoming 2025 Events

FIBA Africa’s Central Board meets in Rabat, Morocco, from April 3rd to 5th to shape the future of African basketball. Key topics include AfroBasket 2025, youth competitions, BAL qualification, and 3x3 expansion, with top officials driving strategic decisions.

Game Updates

April 12, 2025

Al Ittihad Punish Rivers Hoopers in Ruthless BAL Clash to Stay Undefeated in Kalahari Conference

Al Ittihad extended their unbeaten run in the Basketball Africa League with a commanding 94-77 win over Rivers Hoopers. Despite both sides securing playoff spots, the Alexandria-based club dominated with suffocating defence and balanced offence to seal the statement victory.

Game Updates

April 7, 2025

Rivers Hoopers survive the tide, defeat FUS Rabat to go 2-0

The Nigerian champions, Rivers Hoopers, stood the storm as FUS Rabat gained momentum and took the lead in the fourth quarter before eventually succumbing and losing 88-82.

Game Updates

April 6, 2025

Al Ittihad announces continental return after thrilling win over FUS Rabat

The Egyptian-based team, Al Ittihad Alexandria, announced their return to continental competition after defeating FUS Rabat 71-60 in their opening match in this BAL season.