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South African Football Club Kaizer Chiefs Launch Women's Team
The launch positions Kaizer Chiefs within a growing cohort of African clubs formalizing women's teams, as governance bodies, sponsors, and clubs increasingly converge around the commercial and developmental potential of the women's game.
BAL Taps Abidjan-Based FLEXX for official off-court lifestyle Collections
FLEXX, founded in 2020 and headquartered in Abidjan, will produce lifestyle merchandise and exclusive team ranges comprising more than 20 designs.
Liaison Group and Momentum Launch Athlete Welfare Platform in Kenya
The platform is designed to address gaps in healthcare access, financial planning, and long-term security for athletes in Kenya.
Morocco’s FA and the National Airports Authority (ONDA) Partner to Streamline National Team Travel
The partnership links national team travel operations with Morocco’s multi-billion dollar airport expansion, positioning the country for increased international football activity.
LALIGA and Royal Bafokeng Nation Open Elite Youth Academy in South Africa
The new youth football academy in South Africa, deepens the international investment into player development pathways on the continent.
Discover Sport Signs Title Sponsorship for Maple Ridge Presidents Cup through 2029
The partnership will see the competition rebranded as the Maple Ridge Discover Sport Presidents Cup through 2029, marking a commercial step-up for one of South Africa's leading showjumping events.
Tennis Kenya, France Federation Partner on Junior Pathway Program
The strategic partnership will establish international development pathways for junior players, in a move that deepens sports cooperation between Kenya and France.
Debswana Backs World Athletics Relays Gaborone 2026 With P16 Million ($1.17 Million) Deal
Debswana Diamond Company has been confirmed as the title sponsor of the World Athletics Relays Gaborone 2026, committing P16 million ($1.17 million) to the event scheduled for May 2–3 at the Botswana National Stadium.
Columbia Sportswear Joins Growing Commercial Ecosystem Around Kilimanjaro Marathon
This sponsorship marks a strategic alignment with one of East Africa's leading endurance events.
PUMA Signs Multi-Year Deal as Official Outfitter of the Basketball Africa League
PUMA will supply all official on-court and off-court apparel across the league. This includes team uniforms, warm-up and training gear, referee kits, fan merchandise, and apparel tied to BAL's social impact and player development programs.
RB Leipzig Targets Africa Growth with Landmark South Africa Tour
RB Leipzig will travel to South Africa for the first time in May 2026, extending the Bundesliga club’s international expansion into a region increasingly viewed as a key growth market for global football.
Ivory Coast Expands Sports Tourism Strategy With Chelsea FC Partnership
The country is set to deepen its global sports marketing strategy through a new tourism partnership with Chelsea FC, as the West African nation continues using elite football clubs to promote international travel and investment.
Netstar and Sunshine Tour Partner to Develop Golf Performance Analytics in South Africa
Netstar a leading provider of vehicle tracking and telematics solutions, has announced a strategic partnership with the Sunshine Tour to develop advanced performance analytics and tracking technology for professional golf.
ProBottlers Named Official Hydration Partner of Zimbabwe Football Association in $240,000 Deal
Under the partnership, ProBottlers will supply water and energy drinks to Zimbabwe's national football teams, including the senior men's and women's national teams, as well as youth national teams and grassroots development programmes across the country.
D'Tigress Partners with XE Jet as Official Aviation Partner of Nigeria Women's Basketball Team
The deal represents one of the more notable aviation partnerships in African basketball and reflects growing corporate interest in supporting elite women's sports programs across the continent.
Standard Bank Partners with SAFA in Major Investment in South African Football
The partnership will support Bafana Bafana, Banyana Banyana, and South Africa’s grassroots national team structures beginning in 2026, marking one of the most significant commercial investments in South African football in recent years.
Tony's Chocolonely Partners With Akwasi Frimpong on Olympic-Led Impact Campaign
A limited run of customized chocolate bars will be distributed across selected markets, with proceeds supporting Frimpong's foundation, Hope Of A Billion.
Rwanda Explores Roc Nation Partnership as It Deepens Its Sports and Tourism Strategy
The Rwanda Development Board (RDB), in collaboration with the Rwanda Convention Bureau and the Ministry of Sports, is exploring a potential strategic partnership with Roc Nation - the global entertainment and sports company founded by Jay-Z.
KCB Commits KShs. 227 Million ($1.7M) to 2026 Safari Rally Kenya
The allocation includes KShs. 100 million in direct support for the rally, alongside KShs. 28.5 million dedicated to sponsoring five regional drivers, with the remaining funds directed toward marketing and on-ground activations.
Access Bank Lagos City Marathon 2026: Prize Money, Performance & The Economics of Road Racing
The 11th edition of the Access Bank Lagos City Marathon has reinforced Lagos' position as one of Africa's most commercially competitive road races. With $50,000 awarded to each winner, the elite 42km race once again attracted East Africa's deepest marathon talent pool.
