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The third league of the Nelson Mandela Bay Cross Country Series took place in perfect weather conditions on Saturday, 27 May, at Nelson Mandela University’s fields with 523 competitors. As the league events move closer to the Cross Country Championships, the competition is stepping up with athletes aiming to reach qualifying times and selection into …
Pandora is exploring creativity and the art of self-expression with a new drop of the Pandora ME collection. An invitation to experiment with unique styles, the new pieces encourage wearers to express every side of themselves under the glow of the summer sun. Storytelling through style The new Pandora ME designs are inspired by powerful …
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has urged all employers to comply with their legal obligations regarding the annual Employers Filing Season by the deadline of 31 May to avoid penalties, interest or criminal charges.
Local entrepreneurs focus on igniting business growth to combat the ongoing economic impacts of load shedding, the economic downturn, and the cost-of-living crisis Private enterprises and government collaborate to create SMME opportunities in the Harry Gwala District Municipality, with a focus on connecting local talent with national customers to ignite growth, and retain and expand …
Philippi Village, a state-of-the-art smart centre that has been transforming the lives of communities in the Philippi area of Cape Town, has been awarded a 3-star grading by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA). The TGCSA is the only officially recognised quality assurance body for tourism products in South Africa with a mandate …
President Cyril Ramaphosa has congratulated Turkish President, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, after he was re-elected to office in a run-off election.
We’ve all heard the ominous phrase ‘burning through your cash’ – nobody wants that! But what does the term ‘burn rate’ mean exactly, and is it as bad as it sounds? Let’s learn more. Burn rate is the rate at which a company is losing money. It is typically expressed in monthly terms. E.g. “the …
Fred Junior MacCarthy, a passionate 12-year-old farmer from Brits, who dreams of helping feed the children of South Africa, received R20 000 from Engen during the recent Nampo Harvest Day to help him make his dream a reality. As a proud gold sponsor of the Nampo Harvest Day, which took place from 16-19 May 2023 …
The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) says an investigation is underway into the source or sources of the Cholera outbreak in the country.
Johannesburg, 29 May 2023: McCann Joburg is thrilled to announce the appointment of three remarkable individuals to roles in renowned industry events. This trio showcases McCann’s unwavering commitment to fostering and nurturing the finest talent within the advertising and marketing industry. Loyiso Twala, a visionary creative genius with an impeccable track record, has been handpicked …
Cash Flow Growth sucks cash – that’s the number one law of entrepreneurial gravity. As your business grows, there will be bigger and bigger demands on your available financial resources, while managing everything becomes ever more complex. Solving your cash flow issues sounds simple, right? Cut costs and have more money in the bank. However, …
Eskom is expected to implement Stage 5 and 4 load shedding over the coming week.
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Deputy President Paul Mashatile has commended efforts led by the Eastern Cape Provincial Government in bringing stability to the Macadamia Project.
The Speaker of the National Assembly, Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula, is leading a South African Parliament delegation to the Executive Committee (EXCO) of the Southern African Development Community Parliamentary Forum (SADC PF), currently underway in Mahe, Seychelles.
In the world of luxury accessories, one material has captivated fashion enthusiasts for its exotic charm and unparalleled elegance – ostrich leather. Known for its distinctive texture, durability, and sophistication, ostrich leather has become a symbol of opulence and style. From handbags to wallets and belts, ostrich leather products exude a timeless allure that sets …
Human Settlement s Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi has commended Limpopo Province for turning the tide on housing delivery.
The Presidency has moved to clarify some of the frequently asked questions on the role of the Minister in the Presidency responsible for electricity.
Social Development Minister Lindiwe Zulu has emphasised that child protection can only be realised, through cooperation and joint efforts from various sectors of society, which brings along all spheres of government under one roof, with a common objective.
President Cyril Ramaphosa will later today, travel to the Federal Republic of Nigeria to attend the Inauguration of His Excellency President-Elect, Bola Ahmed Tinub to take place on Monday.
Egypt's Al Ahly defeated Senegal's AS Douanes 80-65 to win the 2023 Basketball Africa League (BAL) (http://www.NBA.com/theBAL) Finals, which took place at BK Arena in Kigali, Rwanda and reached fans in 214 countries and territories in 17 languages.
Following the game, BAL President Amadou Gallo Fall and FIBA Africa President Anibal Manave presented Al Ahly with the BAL Championship Trophy and Al Ahly forward Anunwa “Nuni” Omot with The Hakeem Olajuwon Trophy for winning the 2023 BAL Most Valuable Player Award. Omot recorded per game averages of 18.9 points, 3.5 rebounds and 2.1 assists during the season.
Al Ahly went 7-1 during the Nile Conference group phase and Playoffs, defeating Rwanda Energy Group and Mali's Stade Malien in the quarterfinals and semifinals, respectively, to advance to the Finals. Stade Malien defeated Angola's Club Atlético Petróleos de Luanda (Petro de Luanda) 73-65 in the third-place game yesterday.
Notable attendees throughout the 2023 BAL Playoffs and Finals included NBA Deputy Commissioner and Chief Operating Officer Mark Tatum; FIBA President Hamane Niang; FIBA Secretary General Andreas Zagklis; NBA Africa CEO Victor Williams; Fall; Manave; FIBA Africa Executive Director Alphonse Bilé; Toronto Raptors Vice-Chairman and Team President Masai Ujiri; Academy Award-winning actor, social activist and NBA Africa investor Forest Whitaker; BAL Ambassadors and NBA Africa investors Luol Deng (South Sudan), Joakim Noah (grandfather from Cameroon) and Ian Mahinmi (France; ties to Benin); and New York Knicks President of G League Operations Pops Mensah-Bonsu (Ghana).
The league has also announced several end-of-season awards, some of which honor pioneering African NBA legends:
2023 BAL Coach of the Year
AS Douanes head coach Mamadou Gueye led his team to a 3-2 record in the Sahara Conference group phase before defeating Mozambique's Clube Ferroviário da Beira (CFV-Beira) and Petro de Luanda to advance to the Finals. Gueye becomes the first African-born coach to win the award.
2023 BAL Defensive Player of the Year
Stade Malien center Aliou Diarra received The Dikembe Mutombo Trophy after helping his team to a 5-3 record and recording per game averages of 18.3 points, 12.8 rebounds and 2.3 blocks.
2023 BAL Sportsmanship Award
CFV-Beira guard Will Perry received The Manute Bol Trophy for exemplifying the ideals of sportsmanship and camaraderie.
2023 All-BAL First Team
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Position |
Player |
Team |
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Guard |
Jean Jacques Boissy |
AS Douanes |
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Guard |
Chris Crawford |
AS Douanes |
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Guard |
Dane Miller Jr. |
S.L.A.C |
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Forward |
Anunwa Omot |
Al Ahly |
|
Forward |
Aliou Diarra |
Stade Malien |
2023 All-BAL Defensive Team
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Position |
Player |
Team |
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Guard |
Childe Dundao |
Petro de Luanda |
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Guard |
Jean Jacques Boissy |
AS Douanes |
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Guard |
Samkelo Cele |
Cape Town Tigers |
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Forward |
Aliou Diarra |
Stade Malien |
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Center |
Ater Majok |
Petro de Luanda |
The voting panels were comprised of coaches, team captains, media and broadcasters in attendance and varied for each award. The 2023 BAL Ubuntu Award, which is awarded to an individual or organization that has made an impact on the local community during the BAL season, will be announced at a later date.
The 2023 BAL season once again featured the top 12 club teams from 12 African countries playing a total of 38 games in Dakar, Senegal; Cairo, Egypt; and Kigali, Rwanda over three months. Champions from the national leagues in Angola, Egypt, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal and Tunisia earned their participation in the 2023 BAL season by winning their respective national leagues. The remaining six teams, which came from Côte d'Ivoire, Guinea, Mali, Mozambique, South Africa and Uganda, secured their participation through the Road to the BAL qualifying tournaments conducted by FIBA Africa across the continent from October to November 2022.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Basketball Africa League (BAL).
Contact:
Edwin Eselem
BAL Communications
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About the BAL:
The Basketball Africa League (BAL), a partnership between the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) and the NBA, is a professional league featuring 12 club teams from across Africa. Headquartered in Dakar, Senegal, the BAL builds on the foundation of club competitions FIBA Africa has organized across the continent and marks the NBA's first collaboration to operate a league outside North America. Fans can follow the BAL (@theBAL) on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube and register their interest in receiving more information at NBA.com/BAL.
President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed a three-member independent panel to enquire into the circumstances of the docking of the Russian vessel known as Lady R in Simonstown, Western Cape, in December 2022.
Celebrating its 10th anniversary at the ATKV Buffelspoort on Sunday 04 June 2023, the Fedhealth Platinum Trail Run has attracted the attention of ‘pro trail runner turned roadie turned coach’, Rory Scheffer (Hurlingham, Johannesburg). “I’m looking forward to taking part in my first Fedhealth Platinum Trail Run,” says Scheffer. “I’ve heard that the event attracts …
Dunoworx, a 51% black-owned company, was formed in March 2022 to take over the entire Cell C repair centre, which today looks after the mobile handset repairs for Cell C customers. Cell C’s Enterprise Development Fund which invests in the education and development of South African Youth, is a proud investor in the Dunoworx Learnership …