NBA Africa Triple-Double Accelerator 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.
If you’re building the next big technological innovation in the sports or creative industries, this is your stage.
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NBA Africa Triple-Double Accelerator Program
Aim and Benefits of NBA Africa Triple-Double Accelerator Program
- 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
Requirements for NBA Africa Triple-Double Accelerator Program Qualification
We’re looking for startups who:
- 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
Interview date, Process and Venue for NBA Africa Triple-Double Accelerator Program
STEP 1
Written Application
Deadline 29 August 2025
- Founders must complete the online application (roughly 60 mins to complete).
- Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so we encourage applying as early as possible
STEP 2
One-way Video Interview
Deadline 12 September 2025
- Selected startups will be invited to participate in a one-way video interview.
- Video submissions should be no longer than 3 minutes.
STEP 3
Selection Process
Deadline: 30 September 2025
- Judges will evaluate each submission and select the top startups to participate in the program
STEP 4
Program
October – December 2025
- The 10-week accelerator program includes masterclasses, mentorship, and pitch practice in preparation for Demo Day in December
- The required time commitment will be 4-6 hours per week, not including Demo Day
STEP 5
Demo Day
December 2025
- The final participating startups will get the opportunity to pitch to global industry leaders in a major African city for a chance to win prizes.
Note: All dates are subject to change and are subject to the Terms & Conditions of the program.
Check also:
Tony Elumelu Foundation African Entrepreneurship Programme 2026
Application Deadline
August 29, 2025How to Apply
Interested and qualified? Go to
NBA Africa on forms.alxafrica.com to apply
For more details, visit NBA Africa webpage
