Author: Sindiswa Mabunda
Avid fan of basketball. Former Wits University basketball player and contributor on The Big Tip Off.
Harper excited about the growth of basketball in Africa
IN basketball, few figures have left as indelible a mark as Ron Harper. He has had a remarkable career, that includes five NBA championships. Coupled...
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Sibanyoni’s stock rises after remarkable season in Burundi
NKOSINATHI Sibanyoni’s journey through basketball took an unexpected yet enriching turn when he ventured into the vibrant world of Burundi’s Viva Basketball League (VBL). By...
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All systems go for the U18 Women’s AfroBasket quarter-finals
(PRETORIA) The FIBA U18 Women’s AfroBasket tournament has been captivating audiences with its display of rising talent across Africa. With the quarterfinals on the horizon,...
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African teams sharpen tools for battle in World Cup qualifiers
RWANDA and Mexico will serve as battlegrounds for the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup pre-qualifiers (19 September -25 September) in the coming days. African...
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Prominent figures share their thoughts on BWB 2024
BASKETBALL Without Borders (BWB) Africa is more than a sporting event, it is a once-in-lifetime opportunity for aspiring players. It is a pivotal developmental experience...
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Can Côte D’Ivoire rise to the occasion in Olympic qualifiers?
CÔTE d’Ivoire has established a strong tradition of basketball excellence on the continent over the past three decades. They will begin their quest for a...
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Can Rödl’s Olympic experience rub off on Egypt in qualifiers?
EGYPT has a storied basketball history, marked by their triumphs in the FIBA Africa Championships (AfroBasket). The country’s competitive domestic league, sports governance and top-notch...
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Egypt’s Pharoahs will fancy their chances in tricky group
EGYPT will be one of Africa’s representatives in one of the legs of the Olympic Qualifying Tournaments starting on Tuesday. The North Africans will compete...
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Eke banks on Hoopers’ BAL run to lift image of Nigerian basketball
FOLLOWING the Rivers Hoopers’ BAL third-place final game win against the Cape Town Tigers, which earned them a podium finish, the post-game press conference started...
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Petro’s BAL triumph opens a new chapter for Angolan basketball
(KIGALI) The Petro de Luanda team woke up on Sunday with that championship feeling. They will head home to Angola, knowing they are Africa’s number...
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