The second annual NBA Africa Triple-Double Accelerator program has concluded, celebrating a new cohort of entrepreneurs who are reshaping the future of sport and entertainment across the continent. The program, an initiative by the National Basketball Association’s affiliate, NBA Africa, is proving to be a critical catalyst for innovation in the African tech ecosystem.
Clare Akamanzi, CEO of NBA Africa, praised the participants, stating that the organization continues to be “amazed by the creative, talented and passionate entrepreneurs” involved.
The Game-Changing Startups
The program culminated in a Demo Day, where the finalists presented solutions spanning fan engagement, sports data, and digital media.
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10 Finalists presented their unique business models.
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Five Startups were recognized as prize winners, distinguishing themselves through “bold and innovative solutions,” according to Akamanzi.
The support provided by the Accelerator is designed to help these enterprises scale their products and achieve a “lasting impact on the continent and globally,” she added.
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The success of the program underscores strong collaboration between sport, technology, and academia. The 2025 Demo Day was backed by significant global partners, demonstrating the high-level commitment to African innovation:
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CMU-Africa (Carnegie Mellon University Africa)
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ServiceNow
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OpenAI
ALX Ventures once again served as the Official Operating Partner, maintaining its central role in managing the program’s operations and mentoring the startups. This powerful alignment of resources is crucial in ensuring that African ingenuity is equipped with the necessary tools and networks to compete on the world stage.
