Biography at a glance: The Ivory Coast national basketball team, or Les Éléphants, has been a staple of African basketball since its formative years. The team earned AfroBasket titles in 1981 and 1985 and has collected silver medals in 1978, 1980, 2009, and 2021, signaling a consistent presence at the continent’s top level. Their global footprint includes five FIBA World Cup appearances, including participation in the 2010 World Championship. Under the guidance of the Fédération Ivoirienne de Basket-Ball (FIBB), the Elephants continue to grow their program and inspire the next generation of players.
Upcoming tour and competition schedule: AfroBasket 2025 culminates in Angola, August 12–24, 2025. The AfroBasket 2025 Qualifiers final window runs February 21–23, 2025, with group play in Antananarivo (Madagascar), Tripoli (Libya), and Rabat (Morocco). Group D features Côte d'Ivoire, Central African Republic, Egypt, and Madagascar. For fans in Côte d'Ivoire and across Africa and beyond, this is a pivotal year as the team seeks to assert its place on the global stage. Follow official channels for real-time updates and ticket opportunities as venues and dates are confirmed.
Engage with official channels: Stay connected with FIBB and the Ivory Coast national team on social media for the latest rosters, schedules, and behind-the-scenes content. Official links are available with partner pages and a Linktree hub aggregating channels, all designed to keep fans in the loop. Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram.