The NBA Africa triple-double accelerator, operated by ALX Ventures, is set to award financial support and mentorship to early-stage African startup companies developing sporting solutions.
The second edition of the startup accelerator program was first launched by the league in 2024 to support the continent’s technology ecosystem and the next generation of African entrepreneurs.
NBA Africa also announced ServiceNow, an AI platform for business transformation, as an official partner of the program.
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“Last year’s inaugural Triple-Double Accelerator program showed how much talent, passion and creativity there is among African entrepreneurs who are shaping the future of the continent’s rapidly growing sport and entertainment industries,” Clare Akamanzi, NBA Africa CEO, stated.
The application will run through Friday, August 29. Interested sports solution startups can apply to participate at tripledoubleaccelerator.nba.com, after which the submissions will be narrowed down to the top 10.
The shortlisted startups will then participate in a 10-week mentorship program where they will be paired with mentors comprised of NBA Africa, ServiceNow and ALX leadership.
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The startups will then pitch their products to international industry leaders at the program’s second Demo Day in December, where the top five prize-winning companies will be selected to receive financial support and mentorship.
“We look forward to reviewing this year’s submissions and to helping another round of promising startups take the next step in their development,” Akamanzi stated.
