NBA Africa’s Triple Double Accelerator Program 2025 for African Startups. ($50,000 in Cash Prize)

 Application is now officially open for the NBA Africa Triple-Double Accelerator Program which aims to support the next wave of early-stage African startup businesses transforming the sports and creative sectors.

The accelerator scouts bold founders across the continent, equipping them with AI-first capacity building, global mentorship, world-class coaching, and direct access to investors, partners, and fans.

Theme:

The Triple-Double Accelerator is seeking tech-enabled startups whose products and or services align with the following categories:

• Sports & Innovation
• Creative Startups

Eligibility Criteria

• Are headquartered in Africa
• Are less than 2 years old
• Are building in the sports or creative industries
• Have a tech-enabled solution with clear market value
• Have a proof-of-concept prototype with potential for profit, inclusivity, and scale
• Have two co-founders committed full-time (40+ hrs/week)
• Are preferably registered as a company

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Key Benefits

• The shortlisted startups will enroll in a 10-week mentorship program where they will be paired with mentors comprised of NBA Africa, ServiceNow, ALX leadership, and other corporate stakeholders who will provide guidance to the companies with a focus on product development, business growth and go-to-market strategy.
• Top 5 winners will stand to win up to $50,000 in cash and value-in-kind benefits each

• Business coaching and advisory from global experts
• Brand visibility across the NBA and ALX ecosystem
• Masterclasses on AI, product, sales, fundraising & more
• Pitch refinement with mock rounds and expert guidance
• Networking opportunities with alumni, investors & clients
• Personalized roadmap to help you hit product, revenue, or investor goals
• In-person event in a major African city
• Spotlight and PR at the Demo Day

Application Deadline: 29th August, 2025

Where To Apply: Visit NBA Africa Triple-Double Accelerator Program

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