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The sixth season of the Basketball Africa League (BAL) enters its decisive phase. The playoffs and finals take place from 22 to 31 May 2026 at BK Arena in Kigali, Rwanda. Eight teams representing eight different African nations compete in a single elimination bracket, after two phases of conferences held in Pretoria and Rabat.
Rwanda
The Sahara Conference of BAL 6 ended on Sunday. The qualifiers for the Final 8 (from May 22 to 31, 2026 at the BK Arena in Kigali) are known. These are Al Ahly, Club Africain, ASC City of Dakar and FUS Rabat.
Rwanda
For its first participation in the Basketball Africa League this season, Club Africaine did not need any adaptation time. Thanks to its experience from previous epics on the continent, the Tunisian formation shines. After 3 matches in the Sahara Conference in Rabat, Morocco, she occupies first place with 3 victories.
Tunisie
Third in the Kalahari Conference at BAL 5 with two wins and last in the playoffs last season, FUS Rabat has come back stronger. At home and pushed by its audience at the Sahara Conference, the Moroccan team is sensational with two victories in as many outings.
Maroc
25th world nation and first in Africa in the FIBA ranking in March 2026, South Sudan has established itself in record time as the new benchmark for continental basketball. A meteoric progression based on a clear strategy, going against the tide of traditional African models.
Soudan du Sud
From April 24 to May 3, 2026, the Basketball Africa League (BAL) will set up camp in Rabat for the Sahara Conference, the second and final round of pool play before the Kigali playoffs. Six teams will face each other to win four qualifying places for the Final 8.
Maroc
To get closer to their fans, express an opinion or afford partnership opportunities, social networks have become essential in the lives of athletes, regardless of their level. But in this digital influence, there are those who take the lion’s share. In this article, Sport News Africa reveals the five most followed African athletes on social media.
The Kalahari Conference of BAL 2026 ended this Sunday and the teams qualified for the playoffs are known. These are RSSB Tigers (Rwanda), Petro Luanda (Angola), Al Ahly Tripoli (Libya) and Dar City (Tanzania). On the individual level, Craig Randall II caused a sensation during the final day by offering himself an exceptional record.
Rwanda
Season 6 of the Basketball Africa League was launched on Friday, March 27, 2026, with the Kalahari Conference (March 27 to April 5 in Pretoria, South Africa). The first two days were played and initial trends are already emerging.
After several months of waiting, it’s time for action. The Basketball Africa League (BAL) returns this Friday, March 27, 2026 for its season 6, with the Kalahari Conference which will take place in Pretoria, South Africa.
Angola
DRC won the 2026 Women’s U25 African Championship in wheelchair basketball. This is the first continental title in their history, allowing them to win, at the same time, a historic first qualification for the World Championship.
RD Congo
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