Preview of Group A of the 2027 FIBA World Cup Qualifiers Africa
GROUP A of the 2027 FIBA World Cup qualifier sees strong nations Cameroon, Cape Verde and South Sudan and minnows Libya, trying to make headway in the first round in Rades, Tunisia. The Big Tip Off writer Sindiswa Mabunda gives an outlook on the chances of the four competing nations in Group A.
A review of Group C of the 2027 World Cup Africa Qualifiers
The opening round of the 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup Africa Qualifiers begins Thursday in Rades, Tunisia, where the host nation will join Nigeria, Rwanda, and Guinea in seeking a strong start to their Group C campaign. The Big Tip Off writer Sindiswa Mabunda outlines the chances of the teams in Group C.
Daho talks commentary journey and winning on the court
MALICK Daho is a popular commentator in African basketball, but his connection to the game runs much deeper than being one of the voices of the game on the continent. Back in the day, Daho laced them up, and he graced many courts for club and country, but his journey was one of foresight, too. He understood he could not solely lean on basketball, and he would need something to fall back on – that wisdom paved the way for his present career as a commentator.
Kalua believes getting to the BAL is a marathon not a sprint
GRIFFIN Kalua will steer his club, Bravehearts Basketball Club, during the Road to BAL, having armed himself with new knowledge. This, after he journeyed to Saly, Senegal, for the BAL Pro Camp last month. The trip to the camp (25-27 September) in the West African country both opened Kalua’s eyes to new strategies and left him asking questions.
Ramabu, Dolphins chase Elite 16 spot in Road to BAL
BOTSILE Ramabu intimated that playing in continental basketball gave him a rude awakening. The Botswana-born baller, a former student-athlete at West Virginia University Potomac State College, admits he initially underestimated the game on the African continent. So, it took something special to convince him African basketball was no child’s play.
Ubisse and Beira look to get on track at Road to BAL
FERROVIARIO da Beira forward Helton Ubisse has been sporting a distinctive look, which has set him apart from his teammates. While not by choice, the Mozambican has worn goggles in late 2023. The eyewear which Ubisse has had to wear after sustaining an injury that kept him out for six months has not diminished his prowess on the court, and he has referred to it as a part of his style.
Chukwurah, Blazers to follow players who know the Road to BAL
ANTHONY Chukwurah was reflective about what basketball has done for him. Having started in South Africa, the idea that the game could take him all over the continent was far-fetched, given the timing he picked up the game. Since turning pro, he has won a second career major title last year with Liberia’s Mighty Barrolle, and this year with his current club, Uganda’s Namuwongo Blazers, he is on the verge of securing another major career title.
Kadiwa aims to end his Bravehearts career on a high
MADILITSO Kadiwa has been with Bravehearts from the club’s inception. In those early days, pain and struggle were the order of the day as Bravehearts were establishing themselves on the court. As club captain, Kadiwa has led Bravehearts through a time of prosperity. Since 2018, the 38-year-old has won four national championships, turning Bravehearts into giants of the game.
Lele banks on BEAC ending Cameroon’s BAL roadblock
CAMEROON’S Valentin Lele is carving out a successful career for himself in his homeland. Since 2023, he has won a domestic championship. But this year, along with the national trophy, he added the title of MVP to his list of successes.
