AfroBasket U16: Tanzania claimed an impressive comeback win over Tunisia

Tunisia U16 - Tanzania U16 53-60

Tanzania U16 claimed an impressive 60-53 comeback win over Tunisia U16 at AfroBasket 2025. Tunisia started the stronger side, taking an 18-11 lead in the first quarter and holding a narrow 35-29 advantage at halftime. However, Tanzania shifted the momentum after the break, edging the third quarter 12-9 to cut the deficit to just three points. In the decisive final period, Tanzania dominated 19-9 with clutch plays on both ends of the floor, overturning the game to seal a hard-fought seven-point victory.
Rose Katamboy (PG-2009) led the way with 26 points and Glory Mgowano (F-2009) nailed 17. Rihem Omri (191-F-2009) ended up with 17 points in the losing effort.