Biogen Partners with South African Rugby
Biogen was established in 2004 and has partnered with multiple, professional teams and athletes since inception its was founded. SA Rugby confirmed Biogen as its newest commercial partner, following the signing of a three-year sponsorship agreement.
Kenya Breweries Limited (KBL) Through Tusker Commits Additional KSh 40M To HSBC SVNS Division 2 in Nairobi
The tournament will take place on February 14–15, 2026, at Nyayo Stadium, making Kenya only the second African nation after South Africa to host a World Rugby Sevens Series event.
Soufiane El Bakkali - Moroccan Steeplechase Champion gets sponsorship with On
Soufiane El Bakkali, one of the most dominant distance runners. El Bakkali famously disrupted decades of Kenyan dominance by winning Olympic gold in the 3,000m steeplechase at Tokyo 2020.
20 Year-Old South African Skateboarder gets sponsorship from Cherry Kimberly
Skateboarder Boipelo Awuah has become the first skateboarder in South Africa to secure a vehicle sponsorship, partnering with CHERY Kimberly. The one-year deal sees the 20-year-old Olympian receive a Chery Tiggo 4 Pro, full insurance, and appointment as a brand ambassador.
Silverbacks Holdings In Talks with NBA to Acquire a franchise in NBA Africa’s Basketball Africa League (BAL)
Silverbacks already holds a significant minority stake in the Cape Town Tigers, a team that has competed for three seasons in the Basketball Africa League.
Nigeria’s National Sports Commission (NSC) is Committing $17M to reviving Abuja Stadium
The Moshood Abiola National Stadium is set to receive ₦24.6bn ($17.3m) as part of the The National Sports Commission's (NSC) ₦203.6bn($143.4m) allocation in Nigeria’s 2026 budget.
Leks Sports Nigeria agrees 25 year Partnership with Landmark Africa Group to develop Multi-use Sports Park
The project carries an estimated $50m Gross Development Value (GDV) and will be developed on a 22-acre site, integrating professional-grade sports facilities, residential components..
Premier Invest Advances Launch of African Sports & Infrastructure Fund (ASIF)
African Sports & Infrastructure Fund (ASIF) is a proposed $150m Africa-focused infrastructure fund designed to leverage sports and cultural influence as an entry point for long-term infrastructure
FIFA prepares to open office in Johannesburg, South Africa
The new FIFA Regional Development Office will serve South Africa and neighbouring countries.
Zanzibar’s Blue Economy Sports Strategy: Sports Infrastructure for Development
As part of its broader "Blue Economy Strategy", the government of Zanzibar is accelerating investment in sports infrastructure, youth development, and governance.
Liverpool FC Partners with Old School Brand as first Retail Partner in South Africa
Liverpool Football Club has entered into a new long-term retail partnership with Old School Brand, one of South Africa's leading supporter and leisurewear brands, to launch the club's first official standalone retail stores on the continent
Ghana Sports Fund has appointed a New Fund Manager
Dr. David Kofi Wuaku has been appointed as its first fund manager, marking a key milestone in the professionalisation of sports financing in Ghana. Dr. Wuaku brings over 30 years of experience in banking and financial management.
Alta Semper Acquires Major Stake in Nature’s Rule
Private Equity firm Alta Semper Capital LLP has signed an agreement to acquire a majority stake in Nature Rule - a leading sports nutrition and dietary supplement company in the UAE with manufacturing base in the Egypt.
NBA Africa Partners with Senyorita to Launch First Ever NBA University Basketball Tournament on the Continent.
NBA Africa and Senyorita through its snack brand, LION to launch NBA’s First University Basketball Tournament on the African Continent. Lion joins existing partners Allianz and MAVEN Developments as Official Partners of the Jr. NBA/Jr. WNBA tournament in Egypt, that will expand to include nearly 150 boys’ and girls’ teams this year.
LALIGA and crypto exchange Toobit become partners in MENA region
The award-winning global cryptocurrency exchange, today announced its partnership with LALIGA, Spain’s premier professional football league and home to some of the biggest clubs in world football such as Real Madrid C.F. and FC Barcelona.
Senegal Men's Team Claim $10M AFCON Prize
Senegal emerged champions, earning $10 million in prize money. Read more to see full interactive prize money by country and how each country finished in the tournament.
From Fintech Liquidity to Sports Assets: Silverbacks Holdings Bets on Africa’s Sports Economy
Financially, the firm has delivered: 13.7x overall cash-on-cash returns across fintech investments over five years, 29x return on LemFi following a $53m Series B, 5x cash-out from OmniRetail Africa.
MINGO Tickets roles out Across 54 Countries in africa - partners with African Boxing union
As part of its African expansion, MINGO is partnering with African Boxing Union and the Yucateco Boxing League (YBL). YBL currently have 500+ annual participants, 1000+ bouts annually and ₦100M+ (USD 70K) annually in prize money.
International Cricket Council (ICC) and Marriot International Sign Multi-Year Partnership
Cricket fans will gain access to premium accommodation options worldwide when traveling to watch top-class international cricket at ICC tournaments.
SPA South Africa Partners with Vodacom Bulls, Lions, The Sharks and DHL Stormers
By investing across all four unions, SPAR is aligning its brand with unity, local economies, and the communities that sustain the sport.