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The latest updates on African basketball talent, recruiting news, and success stories.

TCU finalizes late prep-school addition with Sam Fleming signing
Three-star forward Sam Fleming is officially in TCU’s 2026 class, giving the Horned Frogs another prep-school frontcourt addition as roster construction stretches into June.

Marquette Hosts 2027 Wing Frashad Tisby for Official Visit
Marquette is getting an early official-visit look at 2027 wing Frashad Tisby, a top-125 Rivals Industry Ranking prospect coming off strong EYBL production and a South Carolina team camp evaluation.

Senegalese JUCO Standout Papa Kounta Commits to UAlbany
Papa Kounta, a 6-foot-6 guard from Senegal and Triton College, committed to UAlbany after an NJCAA All-Region season built on scoring, rebounding and toughness.

UAlbany Adds Senegal-Linked Guard Moustapha Ndao to International Class
UAlbany finalized its 2026-27 roster with guard Moustapha Ndao, a Qatar-based player of Senegalese descent who brings international experience from Al Ahli and Qatar national team competition.

Sudan-Born Wing Eltayeb Eltayeb Commits to Virginia Tech
Virginia Tech added Sudan-born 2026 wing Eltayeb Eltayeb, a Sunrise Christian Academy product whose shooting, size and late growth curve make him one of the more interesting Africa-connected freshman additions in the ACC.
Louisville Adds Kinshasa-Born Portal Standout Flory Bidunga
Louisville officially announced the signing of Flory Bidunga, the former Kansas forward from Kinshasa, DRC, after a breakout Big 12 season that made him one of the top names in the transfer portal.
Kansas keeps Kinshasa center Paul Mbiya after transfer portal talks
Paul Mbiya, a 7-foot center from Kinshasa, Congo, is staying at Kansas after weighing the transfer portal, giving the Jayhawks a key returning frontcourt piece for 2026-27.
Africans in the Prep Hoops 2027 Rankings
Prep Hoops' 2027 national rankings include 146 players. Among them are several prospects with African heritage—from Nigeria, Mali, Senegal, the Gambia, Uganda, and Burkina Faso—who are already drawing high-major interest and starring on the EYBL and other elite circuits. Here we spotlight 10 of them with a short profile and one highlight video each.

Arafan Diane Selected to the McDonald’s All American Game Boys Roster
Arafan Diane, a 7-foot center from Guinea and a Houston signee, has been named to the 2026 McDonald’s All American Boys roster after a dominant run across grassroots.

Cameroonian Giant Gaeton Wafo Eyes D1 Dreams After Explosive Performance
The 7-foot-1 center from Cameroon, Gaeton Wafo, is turning heads at DME Basketball, showcasing his potential for a big recruiting year. His recent standout performance signals a bright future ahead.