Shocking victories, new records set and the race for next year's AfroBasket lived up to expectations.

From the 20 teams meant to compete, 12 were in action in opening Window played in February 2024, with the remaining 8 set to tip off their qualification in November.

Back in 2011, Madagascar hosted and participated in the FIBA AfroBasket. A young Sitraka Raharimanantoanina, then aged 10, watched awestruck as Tunisia, Egypt, Angola and other African powerhouses battled.