NBA Africa has launched the second edition of its Triple-Double Accelerator program aimed at supporting early-stage startups across Africa building solutions in sports and the creative economy.
Driving the news
- Startups can apply through Aug. 29 at TripleDoubleAccelerator.NBA.com.
- This year’s accelerator is backed by ServiceNow, an enterprise AI platform that joins as an official partner.
- The 10-week accelerator will once again be managed by ALX Ventures, a pan-African incubator.
How it works
- After the application window closes, 10 startups will be selected to join a mentorship program focused on product development, business growth, and go-to-market strategies.
- Mentors will include leaders from NBA Africa, ServiceNow, ALX, and other corporate partners.
- The program ends with a Demo Day in December, where the top five startups will receive financial support and ongoing mentorship.
Why it matters
The accelerator supports Africa’s booming tech and creative ecosystem while deepening NBA Africa’s engagement with the continent’s innovation economy.
“Last year’s inaugural Triple-Double Accelerator program showed how much talent, passion and creativity there is among African entrepreneurs,” said Clare Akamanzi, CEO of NBA Africa.
Flashback
- In 2024, more than 700 startups applied to the program.
- Four prize-winning startups — Festival Coins, Salubata, HustleSasa, and UBR VR — were selected after Demo Day at NBA HQ in New York City.
What’s next
NBA Africa says details about this year’s Demo Day will be announced later in the year.
