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Dakar 2026: Africa’s Time to Host the World

Senegal’s bold plan for Dakar 2026 is setting a new standard for African sports and investment.

ROI on the Pitch: How Bafana Bafana’s Qualification Rewards Years of Grassroots Development and Corporate Sponsorship

Welcome to your new version of Africa Scores’ newsletter, The Scores Report, analysis and insights on Africa’s sports industry every other Monday in your inbox.

Africans at Athlos 2025 and what the CAF’s return to profit means for the future of African football

Athlos 2025 returned to NYC and we break down what African athletes’ presence can inspire on the continent. Plus, we bring you the latest from CAF’s General Assembly which took place a few days ago in Kinshasa.

African Sports Business Takes Over NYC + ESPN Africa’s Disney+ Launch

Africa at the World Athletics Championships: Nike’s Grip, On’s Entry, and a Global Stage

Over 300 athletes are competing in Tokyo, with Africa’s top delegations in the spotlight. We break down Nike’s dominance, On’s new partnership in Burundi, and why the Championships are a golden platform for African brands.

Fresh drop - AfroBallers x Daömey Heritage Merch

First edition of Heritage Collection celebrating pride and identity.

The Business Behind growing a new sport like Flag Football in Africa

How Private Investment is sparking a new era of Basketball in Kenya.

In December 2024, Nairobi City Thunder made history as the first Kenyan team to qualify for the Basketball Africa League (BAL). Tomorrow, May 17, 2025, they’ll play their first ever BAL game.

AfroBallers Sports Business News

The Pittsburgh Pirates signed Armstrong Muhoozi from Uganda in January 2025, a deal that included a $45,000 signing bonus.

What Does The Youth Olympics in Dakar 2026 Mean for Africa's Future?