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The Big Tip Off • October 5, 2026

NBA to build 55 courts in honour of Mutombo

NBA Africa and Quest Water Global, a socially responsible water solutions company, today announced a multi-year collaboration to build or renovate 55 full-size and 3-on-3...

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The Big Tip Off • October 2, 2026

Vela joins Bahrain’s Issa Town

SOUTH African-born power forward Nhlanhla Vela has earned himself a contract in the Middle East to play for Bahrain club Issa Town. Vela, from South...

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The Big Tip Off • October 2, 2026

Thunder win third KBNL title in a row

NAIROBI City Thunder retained their Kenya National Basketball League title on Friday night after defeating Kenya Ports Authority 74-70. The Thunder, Kenya’s team for the...

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The Big Tip Off • September 29, 2026

Beira capture third national title in a row

FERROVIARIO da Beira retained their Mozambican National League trophy on Saturday, after sweeping CD Maxaquene 3-0 in the five-game series. Beira’s 69-66 win over Maxaquene...

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The Big Tip Off • September 28, 2026

Thunder add Hollywood star power to their ownership

AWARD-winning actress Lupita Nyong’o announced on social media on Thursday that she has invested in Kenya’s elite basketball club, the Nairobi City Thunder. Nyong’o’s investment...

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The Big Tip Off • September 28, 2026

Tigers head into Intercontinental Cup semi-final

RWANDA’S RSSB Tigers continued to make history for their country and the African continent in Beijing, China. On Thursday, the Tigers qualified for the FIBA...

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The Big Tip Off • September 28, 2026

Hoopers return to the BAL after domestic title win

RIVERS Hoopers reclaimed the Nigeria Premier Basketball League (NPBL) title and reaffirmed themselves as one of the country’s most successful clubs. The Kingsmen dethroned last...

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The Big Tip Off • October 24, 2023

African writers have their say about NBA opening night

African Blogtable: 2023-24 NBA Season Tips Off Tonight The African Blogtable brings together some of the top basketball minds from across the continent to answer...

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