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Africa Business of Sport PodcastE163: Inside MRM's African Sport Investment Strategy – Ian Briggs & Mokgatle MokgatleHow do you build a sustainable sport investment portfolio in a market where commercial structures are still emerging?In this episode, Edem and Jabu are joined by MRM Sport Capital Co-founders Ian Briggs and Mokgatle Mokgatle to explore the rise of private equity in African sport. The conversation covers the story behind MRM Sport Capital, the rationale for a dedicated sport investment firm, and the structure of its portfolio. The episode also dives into KickID’s rollout, product development approach, and how MRM identifies and acquires sport assets. The di...
2025-11-1032 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE162: Empowering the Next Generation Through Sport and Leadership – Champs for ChangeWhat does it take to turn sport into a movement for youth leadership and empowerment across Africa? How can young people shape the future of the continent through sport?In this episode, Edem and Jabu sit down with Champs for Change (C4C) co-founders Memuna Williams, Randy Soumahoro, and Clarisse Machanguana to explore how C4C is redefining youth empowerment through sport. They discuss the organisation’s collaboration with We Will Lead Africa, the story behind their contribution to the new book launch, and how sport is being used as a platform to build le...
2025-10-2435 min
Africa Business of Sport PodcastE161: The Untapped Sponsorship Potential of African Women's Football - Shafeeqah IsaacsAs women’s football continues to gain global momentum, Africa stands at a pivotal moment to redefine how brands, leagues, and communities invest in the women’s game. How can African women’s football unlock its full sponsorship potential?In this episode, Edem and Jabu are joined by sport marketing expert Shafeeqah Isaacs to unpack her journey into the sports industry, South Africa’s football sponsorship landscape, explore what makes impactful brand partnerships in sport, and discuss how African women’s football can drive long-term sponsorship deals that sustain its continued growth....
2025-10-1523 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE160: Shaping Cape Town's Urban Transformation through Hosting the Olympic Games – Rashiq FataarWhat would it take for Cape Town to become the first African city to host the Olympic Games? In this episode of the Africa Business of Sport Podcast, Edem and Jabu sit down with Rashiq Fataar, urban strategist and co-lead of the Cape Town 2040 think tank, to explore the city’s long-term vision, the risks and opportunities of hosting the Olympics, and how mega-events can drive urban transformation. The trio unpack lessons from other host cities such as Paris 2024, the role of innovation and sustainability, and what it would mean for Cape Town to position it...
2025-09-0429 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE159: Connecting Africa to Global Sport Education with GIS – Rick CrossIn this episode, Edem is joined by Rick Cross, Global Recruitment Manager at the Global Institute of Sport (GIS), to unpack a new and exciting partnership between GIS and Africa Business of Sport. They explore why Africa is a key focus market for international sports education, the uniqueness of GIS programs like the MSc in International Sport Management and MA in Sports Agency, and how this partnership unlocks real opportunities for African students. Rick shares insights on employability, the flexibility of learning across global campuses or online, and the long-term impact this initiative aims...
2025-05-2236 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE158: World Cup 2026, LA28 and the Politics of Hosting Under Trump – Jonathan MiseroyIn this episode, Edem and Jabu sit down with Jonathan Miseory, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Hadaf Global, to have a timely conversation about sport and international diplomacy. They trace the roots of sport diplomacy, examine how events like AFCON 2025 and the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympics reflect Africa’s increasing use of sport to expand its soft power, and explore how upcoming sporting mega-events like the 2026 FIFA World could shape a new era of sport diplomacy under a Trump administration.---------------👜 Listeners of our podcast can visit mizizishop.com and enter our special discount code "ABSP20" at checkout to receive a 20% off discount on any MIZIZI merchandi...
2025-05-0730 min
Africa Business of Sport PodcastRADIO INTERVIEW: Jabu Mtwa on Building Ithuba Lethu Sports HubIn this special episode, originally aired on PowerFM, Jabu shares the inspiration behind founding Ithuba Lethu Sports Hub and how the IOC Young Leaders Programme has shaped his journey. From humble beginnings to building a grassroots initiative with continental impact, Jabu reflects on the role of sport as a powerful tool for youth empowerment and community upliftment in Africa.-------------------📝 We value your input! Take our quick survey and help improve the podcast: https://forms.gle/KrQX9QTYjxmfpDHB7⭐ The best way to support the podcast is to subscribe, share and leave us a 5-star rating on Apple Pod...
2025-04-2628 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE157: Inside AWFC's Game-Changing Deal with DAZN – Maxwell KaluIn this episode, Edem is joined by the Founder of African Warriors Fighting Championship (AWFC), Maxwell Kalu, to discuss the groundbreaking broadcasting deal between AWFC and DAZN, a major milestone that significantly expands the reach of traditional African combat sports to global audiences. They explore AWFC’s broadcasting strategy prior to the DAZN partnership, including its digital-first approach and grassroots community engagement. The conversation also covers the imminent launch of PFL Africa and its implications for the AWFC and the wider growth of the MMA and combat sports market across the continent. Finally, they de...
2025-04-0414 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE155: Africa’s Place in the Future of the Olympic Movement – Juan Antonio SamaranchIn this episode, Edem is joined by International Olympic Committee Vice President and Presidential Candidate Juan Antonio Samaranch to discuss his vision for the future of the Olympic Movement. They explore his motives and purpose behind bidding for the IOC Presidency, his approach to evolving and repositioning the TOP Programme, and how the IOC should navigate an increasingly complex geopolitical landscape while upholding its principle of political neutrality. The conversation also delves into the future of Olympic broadcasting, including the potential role of streaming platforms and social media networks, as well as Africa’s pl...
2025-03-1234 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE154: How Athletes Can Protect and Commercialise Their Image in South Africa – Dr. Layckan Van GensenIn this episode, Edem and Jabu are joined by Dr. Layckan Van Gensen, sports law expert and Junior Lecturer at Stellenbosch University, to discuss how professional athletes in South Africa protect and commercialise their image, the key challenges plaintiffs face when claiming compensation for unauthorised use of their image under the common law of delict, the vulnerabilities South African athletes face in the digital age and the legal safeguards they can implement, the key provisions necessary in a potential Image Rights Act, and global best practices from jurisdictions like the United States that could inform South Africa’s future im...
2025-02-2724 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE153: A 360° Review of Betway SA20 Season 3In this episode, Jabu and Edem return to review the recently-concluded third season of BetwaySA20, South Africa's premier T20 cricket league. The duo detail the business of the SA20, the league's innovative fan engagement strategy, the commercial partnership portfolio that powers the league and the SA20's significance given the upcoming 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup and cricket's introduction as an Olympic sport at the LA28 Olympic Games. ---------------👜 Listeners of our podcast can visit mizizishop.com and enter our special discount code "ABSP20" at checkout to receive a 20% off discount on any MIZIZI merchandise.-------------------📝 We value your input...
2025-02-1428 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE149: Is F1 Returning to Kyalami or Going to Kigali? – Dr. Kamilla Swart-ArriesIn this episode, Jabu is joined by Dr. Kamilla Swart-Arries, Program Director of the Masters of Sports & Entertainment Management and Associate Professor at Hamad Bin Khalifa University, to discuss the potential return of Formula 1 to Africa. Dr. Swart-Arries explores the history of F1 on the continent, from the 1958 Moroccan Grand Prix to the last race held in South Africa in 1993. She also examines the prospects of Rwanda and South Africa as frontrunners to host the next African Grand Prix, highlighting the efforts of South African Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie in advocating for Kyalami's return...
2024-11-1421 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE148: Inside South Africa's First Football Business Event – Evert de BruynIn this episode, Jabu is joined by leading international sports lawyer, Evert de Bruyn, a key figure behind The Business of Football Conference (BFC), South Africa's first football business summit. Evert discusses the BFC's context within the wider football business ecosystem in South Africa, the brands organising and sponsoring the event and the importance of creating forums for football stakeholders to exchange ideas. He also shares exclusive details about BFC's thematic agenda and line-up of speakers.---------------👜 Listeners of our podcast can visit mizizishop.com and enter our special discount code "ABSP20" at checkout to receive a 20% off discount...
2024-11-0426 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE147: How PFL Africa Will Shape the Future of MMA – Donn DavisIn this episode, Edem and Jabu sit down with the Founder & Chairman of the Professional Fighters League (PFL), Donn Davis, to discuss the highly anticipated launch of PFL Africa. In an exclusive interview, Donn extensively explains the key drivers behind the PFL’s strategic expansion to Africa, the significant role played by PFL Africa Chairman Francis Ngannou in the formation of the new PFL regional league, and PFL Africa’s unprecedented ticketing and broadcasting model. Donn also touches on the PFL’s unique sports-season format, the $100m minority stake investment from SURJ Sports Investments, and th...
2024-10-1026 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE146: Unlocking Freestyle Football's Potential in Africa – Dan WoodIn this episode, Founder and Head of Partnerships at the World Freestyle Football Association (WFFA), Dan Wood, joins Edem and Shon to discuss the evolution of freestyle or "street" football, the strategies WFFA is employing to promote freestyle football across Africa and the efforts being made by WFFA to professionalise the sport. Dan also highlights how WFFA's partnership with Predator Energy and Fury Energy aims to unlock the growth of freestyle football in four key African markets through community-based initiatives.---------------👜 Listeners of our podcast can visit mizizishop.com and enter our special discount code "ABSP20" at checkout to receive a 20% of...
2024-10-0830 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE143: The Countdown to Africa Football Business Summit Begins – Brian WesaalaIn this episode, Founder and CEO of The Football Foundation for Africa (FFA), Brian Wesaala, joins Edem and Jabu to preview the third edition of FFA’s flagship event, Africa Football Business Summit. Brian recounts the key lessons he and his team have accumulated over the previous editions of the summit and also discusses the purpose and meaning behind this year’s summit theme “Unlocking Africa’s Youth Potential: Sports & Social Innovation At Play”, what differentiates the Africa Football Business Summit from other sports conferences in Africa, and what delegates can expect at this year’s summit. ...
2024-09-2436 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE140: Omniaudio Ushers In a New Era for Sport Radio in Africa – Kevin FineIn this episode, CEO of Omniaudio, Kevin Fine – for the first time since launching Omniaudio – joins Edem and Jabu to provide extensive, behind-the-scene insight into the launch of Omniaudio. Kevin discusses the issues facing advertising on traditional radio, how the platform seeks to address long-standing challenges for content creators such as discoverability and monetisation of content, and more details behind Omniaudio’s collaboration with MTN.Africa Business of Sport Podcast is available to listen data-free on Omniaudio via MTN Play. ---------------👜 Listeners of our podcast can visit mizizishop.com and enter our special discount code "ABSP20" at checkou...
2024-09-0929 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE134: How Blockchain Technology is Empowering African Athletes – Rebecca EliotThis is an episode of "The Business of the Olympics", a series focused on the sport business aspects of the Paris 2024 Olympic & Paralympic Games featuring senior executives from the International Olympic Committee (IOC), IOC TOP Partners and world-leading sports marketing consultants and professors.
In this episode, Founder of ProTouch Africa, Rebecca Eliot, joins Edem to discuss the connection between the Olympic Movement and African Olympism, ProTouch Africa’s philosophy of empowering African athletes through digital fan engagement, the role of blockchain technology in supporting African athletes and the importance of brand partnerships in elevating African athletes on th...
2024-07-3027 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE126: Understanding Africa's Gameplan To Build a Thriving Sports Industry – Will MbiakopIn this episode, Jabu is joined by Executive Chairman of African Sports & Creative Institute, Will Mbiakop, to conduct a book review of "Africa Sports Industry: Understanding the Game" including a brief discussion on the ongoing book tour, what led to Will deciding to write and publish a book about the African sports industry, and the major themes covered in the book. Jabu and Will also touch on the Africa CEO Forum, the top five investment opportunities in the sports industry in Africa, and how Morocco is gearing up to host the 2025 AFCON and co-host the 2030 FIFA World Cup.
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2024-06-0532 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE124: The Business of Hosting Sports Events in Africa – Daniel NoakeIn this episode, Edem is joined by Managing Partner of Hammerton Barca, Daniel Noake, to discuss how his early career experiences at BBC and IMG led to a passion for event management, Hammerton Barca's unique advisory-based value proposition and how it supports governments and other stakeholders in bidding for and delivering global sports events, and the economic impact of Rwanda's pioneering efforts to bring the biggest sports events to Africa.
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2024-05-2226 min
Africa Business of Sport PodcastE122: #WomenSportsDev – Sally Nnamani, Co-Executive Director at PeacePlayers InternationalThis is an episode of #WomenSportsDev, our ongoing series hosted by one of Africa's leading sports broadcasters, Shon Osimbo, which features insightful conversations with leading female sports executives, leaders and stakeholders about the development of women's sport in Africa and globally.
In this episode, Co-Executive Director: United States at PeacePlayers International, Sally Nnamani, joins Edem to reflect on her varied career in the sports industry and discuss the kind of work she is involved in at PeacePlayers International, strategies for building peaceful and thriving communities through sport, fostering transformation in the current sport for development landscape in Africa, and her a...
2024-04-1832 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE121: Driving Economic Growth in Africa through Sport Business – Aisha ShuaibuIn this episode, Edem is joined by President of SWA Sports, Aisha Shuaibu to preview the inaugural Sports As A Business Conference. The conversation covers the vision and mission underpinning SWA Sports’ purpose to drive economic growth through sports in Africa, the long-term objectives of the Sports As A Business Conference, and working towards building industry-wide credibility in order for the African sport business to attract foreign investment that fuels future growth.
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2024-04-1118 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE120: How BAL is Expanding Basketball Across Africa – Ruben Boumtje-BoumtjeIn this episode, Head of League Operations at the Basketball Africa League (BAL), Ruben Boumtje-Boumtje, joins Jabu to assess the success of the recently concluded BAL Kalahari Conference, the prospect of an increase in participating teams in future BAL editions, the ongoing preparations for the upcoming BAL Nile Conference in Egypt, how the BAL develops and positions its social impact initiatives to uplift local communities and the critical importance of fostering business and commercial opportunities that grow basketball in Africa.
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2024-04-0426 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE118: The Business Model Underpinning La Liga’s Expansion in Africa – Tresor PenkuIn this episode, Jabu sits down with Managing Director of LaLiga Africa, Tresor Penku, for a wide-ranging interview in which Tresor discusses LaLiga Africa’s marketing and fan engagement approach, how LaLiga Africa and LaLiga clubs effectively collaborate to support expansion in Africa, what mainly attracts LaLiga clubs to the African continent and the impact of LaLiga Africa’s women’s football initiatives in Africa.
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2024-03-1932 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE117: #AfricaScores – NBA Africa, BAL & Tip Off in PretoriaIn this episode, Edem, Jabu and Ndeye explore the business of basketball in Africa by examining NBA Africa, Basketball Africa League (BAL) and the highly anticipated BAL Kalahari Conference playoffs in Pretoria.
The trio discuss why the NBA launched an African division, the strategic significance of the recent opening of a NBA Africa office in Kenya, and the commercial portfolio and ownership structures of the BAL and participating teams.
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2024-03-0821 min
Africa Business of Sport PodcastE116: #WomenSportsDev – Ella Ireri, Founder of BridgedThis is an episode of #WomenSportsDev, our ongoing series hosted by one of Africa's leading sports broadcasters, Shon Osimbo, which features insightful conversations with leading female sports executives, leaders and stakeholders about the development of women's sport in Africa and globally.
In this episode, Shon is joined by Founder of Bridged - A Sports & Entertainment Resource, Ella Ireri, to discuss her journey in the sports industry including why and how she pursued a career in the sports industry, the challenges she has faced while paving a career path in the world of sport, the purpose and experiences that underpinned her d...
2024-02-2921 min
Africa Business of Sport PodcastE113: #BusinessOfAFCON – Leveraging AFCON For Building Long-Term Sustainable Programmes & Partnerships with David Goldblatt#BusinessOfAFCON is an exclusive five-part series, produced by The Football Foundation for Africa in collaboration with Africa Business of Sport Podcast, which focuses on the various business and commercial aspects of the Africa Cup of Nations 2023. 🏆⚽
In this episode, Author and Football Historian, David Goldblatt, joins Edem, Jabu and Brian to discuss AFCON's relationship with the hydrocarbon industry through their long-standing partnership with TotalEnergies, addressing criticisms of his article on The Guardian titled "Awash with fossil fuel money, African football is sowing the seeds to its own destruction", how African football can shift away from fossil fuel companies and partner with...
2024-02-1530 min
Africa Business of Sport PodcastE112: #BusinessOfAFCON – Maximising Business Opportunities during AFCON with Sandrine Nzeukou#BusinessOfAFCON is an exclusive five-part series, produced by The Football Foundation for Africa in collaboration with Africa Business of Sport Podcast, which focuses on the various business and commercial aspects of the Africa Cup of Nations 2023. 🏆⚽
In this episode, Founder of Playbook Sandrine Nzeukou, joins Edem and Jabu to discuss AFCON's missed marketing opportunities, her assessment of AFCON's impressive commercial returns and IMG's role in securing sponsorships, which marketing and branding strategy she believes CAF ought to adopt and her expectations of the next edition of AFCON in Morocco.
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2024-02-0927 min
Africa Business of Sport PodcastE111: #BusinessOfAFCON – AFCON, China & Sports Diplomacy with Professor Simon Chadwick#BusinessOfAFCON is an exclusive five-part series, produced by The Football Foundation for Africa in collaboration with Africa Business of Sport Podcast, which focuses on the various business and commercial aspects of the Africa Cup of Nations 2023. 🏆⚽
In this episode, Professor of Sport and Geopolitical Economy at SKEMA Business School, Professor Simon Chadwick, joins Brian, Edem and Jabu to discuss the strategic sports diplomacy employed by China in Gabon and Ivory Coast, the economic and geopolitical implications of Saudi Arabia's increasing involvement in African football and how Africa can navigate and leverage the complex geopolitical economy of football playing out acros...
2024-02-0130 min
Africa Business of Sport PodcastE110: #BusinessOfAFCON – New World TV & CAF Media Rights with Dr. Gerard Akindes#BusinessOfAFCON is an exclusive five-part series, produced by The Football Foundation for Africa in collaboration with Africa Business of Sport Podcast, which focuses on the various business and commercial aspects of the Africa Cup of Nations 2023. 🏆⚽
In this episode, Edem and Jabu are joined by Founder & CEO of The Football Foundation for Africa Brian Wesaala to discuss the various consequences of New World TV's media rights agreement with the Confederation of African Football (CAF). The trio are then joined by leading African sports media rights expert, Dr. Gerard Akindes, who analyses SuperSport's protracted AFCON sublicensing deal, the need for telec...
2024-01-1929 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE109: 2024 African Sport Business PreviewIn this episode, Edem, Jabu and Ndeye discuss their predictions for the African sport business in 2024. The trio share their views on African sport's TV and Media Rights sector, the sponsorship landscape ahead for properties including Basketball Africa League, Women's Africa Cup of Nations and Paris 2024, and investment in African sport's high-growth sectors such as women's sport and sportstech.
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2024-01-1729 min
Africa Business of Sport PodcastE108: #BusinessOfAFCON – Tournament Details, Sponsors & Participating Teams with Ndeye Diarra Diobaye#BusinessOfAFCON is an exclusive five-part series, produced by The Football Foundation for Africa in collaboration with Africa Business of Sport Podcast, which focuses on the various business and commercial aspects of the Africa Cup of Nations 2023. 🏆⚽
In this episode, Edem and Jabu are joined by Founder & CEO of The Football Foundation for Africa Brian Wesaala to discuss the opportunities and challenges facing Cote d'Ivoire as a AFCON host nation in areas including economic and infrastructural development. Our special guest, Founder of Nineteen31 / #AfricaScores, Ndeye Diarra Diobaye, joins in to evaluate the AFCON's sponsorship portfolio and PUMA levaraging their CAF partn...
2024-01-1235 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastBREAKING: SuperSport Fails to Acquire AFCON 2023 TV RightsIn this first edition of #ABSPBreaking, Edem and Jabu explain why SuperSport will not broadcast the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2023 and the impact that New World TV's media rights deal with the Confederation of African Football had on SuperSport's failure to acquire the sublicensing rights to the tournament.
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2024-01-0315 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE106: Investing in Africa's Undervalued Sport Business – Mlondi MashininiIn this episode, Managing Partner of Rumble Ventures, Mlondi Mashinini, joins Jabu to discuss why he founded FanBase Analytics, how FanBase Analytics unlocks fan insights and commercial opportunities, the reasons he believes the African sport business is undervalued, Rumble Ventures’ sport investment strategy and the growing investment trend of African footballers acquiring grassroots football clubs.
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2023-12-0129 min
Africa Business of Sport PodcastE99: #WomenSportsDev – Prisca Mutesi, Senior Legal Counsel at Federation Internationale de l’AutomobileThis is an episode of #WomenSportsDev, our ongoing series hosted by one of Africa's leading sports broadcasters, Shon Osimbo, which features insightful conversations with leading female sports executives, leaders and stakeholders about the development of women's sport in Africa and globally.
In this episode, Senior Legal Counsel at Federation Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA), Prisca Mutesi, joins Shon to discuss her experience of the inner workings of major sport governing bodies including FIA and FIFA, the main challenges impeding the sport development in Africa, the importance of safeguarding the rights of African athletes and minors in sport, the role of...
2023-11-0724 min
Africa Business of Sport PodcastE95: #WomenSportsDev – Naadhirah Ally, Executive Director at Jomo Cosmos WomenThis is an episode of #WomenSportsDev, our ongoing series hosted by one of Africa's leading sports broadcasters, Shon Osimbo, which features insightful conversations with leading female sports executives, leaders and stakeholders about the development of women's sport in Africa and globally.
In this episode, Shon and Edem are joined by Executive Director of Jomo Cosmos Women, Naadhirah Ally, to reflect on the grassroots impact of Banyana Banyana's World Cup performance, technical analysis and player development at Jomo Cosmos Women, Playermaker's innovative contribution to sports technology and data analysis, and interrogating the gender disparities in football.
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2023-10-2119 min
Africa Business of Sport PodcastE92: #WomenSportsDev – Rosie & Mollie Kmita, Co-Founders of The Powerhouse ProjectThis is an episode of #WomenSportsDev, our ongoing series hosted by one of Africa's leading sports broadcasters, Shon Osimbo, which features insightful conversations with leading female sports executives, leaders and stakeholders about the development of women's sport in Africa and globally.
In this episode, Shon and Edem are joined by Co-Founders of The Powerhouse Project, Rosie Kmita and Mollie Kmita to discuss the reasons behind The Powerhouse Project’s decision to partner with Right To Dream to empower women football coaches in Ghana, and how the twin sports presenters balance their various professional commitments and passions.
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2023-10-0919 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE91: #SSA – Climate Change & Sport in AfricaThis episode is part of our 3-part series focusing on the intersection of sustainability and sport on the African continent, in partnership with Sustainable Sport Africa, an organisation which seeks to transform Africa's sport ecosystem by interweaving sport and sustainability through collaboration, innovation and compelling narratives.
In the final instalment of the series, Edem and Jabu are joined by Co-Founders of Sustainable Sport Africa, Rachel A. Aron and Tristan Niesslein, to evaluate the impact of climate change on sport in Africa, the implications of extreme weather events on sports events in Africa, the unique gender-specific impacts of climate change, the...
2023-10-0938 min
Africa Business of Sport PodcastE88: #WomenSportsDev – Jean Ssenide, CEO of Ssenide FoundationThis is an episode of #WomenSportsDev, our ongoing series hosted by one of Africa's leading sports broadcasters, Shon Osimbo, which features insightful conversations with leading female sports executives, leaders and stakeholders about the development of women's sport in Africa and globally.
In this episode, CEO of Ssenide Foundation, Jean Ssenide, discusses her early introduction to playing football in her youth, setting up the Ssenide Foundation and creating opportunities for women and girls in Uganda to play football. The former Uganda Women’s National Team player also reflected on the challenges involved in navigating her post-football retirement career tra...
2023-09-2630 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE87: #SSA – Environmental Impacts & Sport in AfricaThis episode is part of our 3-part series focusing on the intersection of sustainability and sport on the African continent, in partnership with Sustainable Sport Africa, an organisation which seeks to transform Africa's sport ecosystem by interweaving sport and sustainability through collaboration, innovation and compelling narratives.
In the second instalment of the #SSA series, Edem and Jabu are joined again by the Co-Founders of Sustainable Sport Africa, Rachel A. Aron and Tristan Niesslein, to consider the impact of extreme weather on sport events, the development of climate resilient sport infrastructure, and how various interconnections between sport and...
2023-09-2126 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE85: Commercialising the Intersection of African Sport, Pop Culture & Entertainment – James TorvaneyIn this episode, Edem and Jabu are joined by Managing Director of Pulse Sports, James Torvaney, to assess how the global trend of the convergence of sports media and betting is playing out in Africa, the strategic drivers and commercial value of sport stars like Kylian Mbappe and Memphis Depay spending their off-season in Africa, how sport properties and brands are leveraging the intersections between sport and pop culture, and the role of infrastructure development and government funding in accelerating the growth of African sport.
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2023-09-1829 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE83: #SSA – Social Impacts & Sport in AfricaThis episode is part of our 3-part series focusing on the intersection of sustainability and sport on the African continent, in partnership with Sustainable Sport Africa, an organisation which seeks to transform Africa's sport ecosystem by interweaving sport and sustainability through collaboration, innovation and compelling narratives.
In the first instalment of the series, Edem and Jabu are joined by the Co-founders of Sustainable Sport Africa, Rachel A. Aron and Tristan Niesslein, to critically examine and propose sustainable solutions for the various social impacts that manifest in sport including gender inequality, disability inclusion, and diversity, equity and inclusion.
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2023-09-1236 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE79: Athlete Brand Development in Africa – Tommy MakhobelaIn this episode, Sports & Entertainment Business Developer, Tommy Makhobela, joins Edem and Jabu to reflect on his time as Strategic Partnerships Manager at RocNation Sports, Spur Steak Ranches' groundbreaking partnership with Spar Proteas captain Bongi Msomi and the established strategies used to develop athletes' brands through sponsorships and commercial partnerships.
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2023-08-1832 min
Africa Business of Sport PodcastE73: #WomenSportsDev – Tsholo Setlhoko, Women’s Football Manager at Botswana FAThis is an episode of #WomenSportsDev, our ongoing series hosted by one of Africa's leading sports broadcasters, Shon Osimbo, which features insightful conversations with leading female sports executives, leaders and stakeholders about the development of women's sport in Africa and globally.
In this episode, Women’s Football Manager at Botswana Football Association joins Shon and Edem to discuss the growth of women’s football in Botswana, an insightful look into the day-to-day activities in her role as Women’s Football Manager at Botswana FA, the social impact of the FIFA Women’s World Cup player bonuses, and her participation in the FIFA...
2023-07-2634 min
Africa Business of Sport PodcastE71: #WomenSportsDev – Arianna Criscione, Founder & CEO at Valeur SportThis is an episode of #WomenSportsDev, our ongoing series hosted by one of Africa's leading sports broadcasters, Shon Osimbo, which features insightful conversations with leading female sports executives, leaders and stakeholders about the development of women's sport in Africa and globally.
In this episode, Founder and CEO of Valeur Sport, Arianna Criscione, joins Shon and Edem for a wide-ranging interview about the women’s football landscape. The former Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper discusses the impact of the stand-off between FIFA and European broadcasters over the value of media rights for women’s football, resolving the perennial issue of racism in football, her f...
2023-07-1841 min
Africa Business of Sport PodcastE70: #WomenSportsDev – Victoire Cogevina Reynal, Tech Entrepreneur and UN Women Goodwill AmbassadorThis is an episode of #WomenSportsDev, our ongoing series hosted by one of Africa's leading sports broadcasters, Shon Osimbo, which features insightful conversations with leading female sports executives, leaders and professionals about the development of women's sport in Africa and globally.
In this episode, Edem and Shon are joined by Victoire Cogevina Reynal, a tech entrepreneur, UN Women Goodwill Ambassador and a women’s football enthusiast. In a wide-ranging interview, Victoire discusses the process of OneFootball acquiring her sportstech startup Gloria, the commercial opportunities created by the meteoric rise of women’s football, how different stakeholders can capitalise on the globa...
2023-07-1539 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE68: Inside Rainbow Sports' Multi-Club Network Strategy – Reda LaraichiIn this episode, Senior Manager: Business Development & Strategy at Rainbow Sports Global, Reda Laraichi, joins Jabu to discuss sport business management academia, the development of the African Football Data Centre platform, Rainbow’s multi-club expansion plans in undervalued markets like Sudan, and his advice to international sports organisations and investors considering in African sport investment opportunities.
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2023-07-1133 min
Africa Business of Sport PodcastE67: #WomenSportsDev – Kylee Parsons, Women and Girl’s Football Strategy at Right to DreamThis is an episode of #WomenSportsDev, our ongoing series hosted by one of Africa's leading sports broadcasters, Shon Osimbo, which features insightful conversations with leading female sports executives, leaders and stakeholders about the development of women's sport in Africa and globally.
In this episode, Shon is joined by Head of Women and Girl’s Football Strategy at Right to Dream, Kylee Parsons, to share Right to Dream’s strategy for developing women and girl’s football, her memories of the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup, her expectations ahead of the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, her views on how to s...
2023-07-0634 min
Africa Business of Sport PodcastE66: Championship Point – Previewing Wimbledon 2023 w/ Ebow SpioIn this episode, Edem and Jabu are joined by Anthony Ebow Spio, a Senior Lecturer at Ashesi University who has 40+ years of experience following Wimbledon and other Tennis Grand Slams as well as an extensive background in Brand Management, Competitive Strategy and Marketing.
They preview #Wimbledon2023 by discussing favourite Wimbledon moments and memories; the power of partnerships at the All England Lawn Tennis Club; the importance of partnerships in sports for furthering development; and how the tennis landscape in Africa can improve using both existing and new synergies to enable more African youth to become professionals.
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2023-07-0334 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE65: The Impact of Saudi's Football Ambitions on European Football – Jordan GardnerIn this episode, Consultant at Twenty First Group, Jordan Gardner, joins Edem and Jabu to discuss BlueCo's acquisition of Ligue 1 club RC Strasbourg, Right to Dream's unique multi-club academy model in Africa, what the rise of the Saudi Pro League means for the European transfer market and the details behind Lionel Messi's move to Inter Miami.
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2023-06-3024 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE64: Unpacking Nigeria's National Sports Industry Policy – Nkechi ObiIn this episode, Edem and Jabu are joined by CEO of Sport Nigeria, Nkechi Obi, for a deep dive into Nigeria's National Sports Industry Policy including the significance of the policy, the extensive stakeholder engagement process which preceded the policy being approved, Sports Minister Sunday Dare's pivotal role in championing the policy and how other African countries can iterate this policy in their own domestic sport industries.
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Communications Director, Confederation of African Football
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2023-06-2934 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE63: Developing a Sustainable Sports Ecosystem in Africa – Gabriel AjalaIn this episode, Edem and Jabu sit down with Founder of Africa Sports Unified, Gabriel Ajala, to discuss experience and view on the value of a Master's degree in sport business, the importance of collaboration between sports organisations and stakeholders from Africa, education as a fundamental component to professionalise the African sport industry and how African sport should approach attracting commercial sponsorship.
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Communications Director, Confederation of African Football
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2023-06-2836 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastBonus Episode: Official Partnership Announcement – Global Sports x ABSPWelcome to Africa Business of Sport Podcast, Global Sports - the first-ever official partner of the podcast! In this bonus episode, Edem and Jabu announce Global Sports as an Official Partner of Africa Business of Sport Podcast with Global Sports' International Sales & Accounts Manager, Pierre-Antoine Guillet.
They touch on how this game-changing partnership between Global Sports and Africa Business of Sport Podcast came about, what the partnership will entail and what it means for individuals from Africa looking to pursue a career opportunities in sport.
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2023-06-2614 min
Africa Business of Sport PodcastE62: #WomenSportsDev – Mariam Ibrahim, Advisor S4DA at GIZThis is an episode of #WomenSportsDev, our ongoing series hosted by one of Africa's leading sports broadcasters, Shon Osimbo, which features insightful conversations with leading female sports executives, leaders and stakeholders about the development of women's sport in Africa and globally.
In this episode, Mariam Ibrahim – Advisor, Sport For Development in Africa at the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) – joins Shon to talk about her new role at GIZ, the nature of Sport For Development in Africa, S4D projects that GIZ has invested in within Africa and women leadership development in Africa.
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2023-06-2425 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE60: Talking Bullocks, Lesotho and African Football – Chris BullockIn this episode, Managing Director of ChrisBullockFootball Management Consultancy, Chris Bullock, joins Edem and Jabu to unpack the unique challenges facing football development in Southern Africa, the importance of grassroots investment including valuable learnings from his experience in Lesotho and the relative strength and characteristics of the different regional football blocs in Africa. Chris also reveals the motivations behind his career-defining decision to leave Umbro and set up his own football management consultancy.
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2023-06-1633 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE59: LiveScore's Ambitious Expansion Strategy for Africa – Simon BurrellIn this episode, LiveScore Group's Managing Director - Nigeria, Simon Burrell, joins Edem and Jabu to discuss why LiveScore has expanded into Africa, the African football ecosystem and how much it has evolved, LiveScore's plans for growing sports consumption in Africa, and the monetisation of sports content with regards to subscription models suitable for Africa and the importance of integrating non-harmful betting and other features into the LiveScore Bet platform.
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2023-06-0845 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE57: Integrating African Sports Media & Entertainment – Themba NdlwanaIn this episode, Founding Director of Sports Media Africa, Themba Ndlwana, joins Edem and Jabu to discuss his experience in distributing of premium sports rights in Africa, how rights-holders in Africa should approach growing the commercial value of sport properties and creating authentic African content, and the case for strategically integrating African sports media with the African music and entertainment industry.
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2023-05-2640 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastBonus Episode: Francis Ngannou Signs Ground-Breaking Partnership With PFLOn 17 May 2023, the Professional Fighters League (PFL) announced a strategic partnership with former Ultimate Fighters Championship (UFC) Undisputed Heavyweight Champion, Cameroonian-born Francis Ngannou to support the PFL's expansion into the African continent. As part of the reported 3-year $27-million deal, Ngannou also becomes an equity owner and Chairman of PFL Africa.
In this bonus episode, Edem and Jabu go over the details and terms of Francis Ngannou's deal with PFL, his acrimonious UFC exit amid tensions with President Dana White and what this deal means for the growth and visibility of MMA in Africa.
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2023-05-2213 min
Africa Business of Sport PodcastE55: #WomenSportsDev – Dr. Carolin Braun, Regional Technical Consultant at FIFAThis is an episode of #WomenSportsDev, our ongoing series hosted by one of Africa's leading sports broadcasters, Shon Osimbo, which features insightful conversations with leading female sports executives, leaders and stakeholders about the development of women's sport in Africa and globally.
In this episode, Shon sits down with FIFA Regional Technical Consultant, Dr. Carolin Braun, to discuss her experience supporting football development in Botswana, the areas in which African football development could improve, how stakeholders can capitalise on the rapid rise of women's football and why women in sport leadership are crucial to the long-term sustainability of sport globally.
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2023-05-1841 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE53: CAF Announces Historic MoU with Saudi Arabian Football FederationOn 13 May 2023, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) and the Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) announced a historic five-year cooperation and development Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
In this episode, Edem and Jabu unpack the significance and implications of the landmark MoU between CAF and SAFF, how this agreement fits within CAF and SAFF's strategies respectively and what this could potentially mean for the Africa Super League.
Episode clips (in order of appearance): E47: Leading CAF's New Commercial Strategy - Hassan El Kamah, E41: Saudi Arabia's Booming Sport Sponsorship Sector - Dr. Rayan Karkadan, E18 - Qatar's Geopolitical World Cup...
2023-05-1424 min
Africa Business of Sport PodcastE50: #WomenSportsDev – Sarah Lewis OBE OLYThis is an episode of #WomenSportsDev, our ongoing series hosted by one of Africa's leading sports broadcasters, Shon Osimbo, which features insightful conversations with leading female sports executives, leaders and stakeholders about the development of women's sport in Africa and globally.
In this episode, Sarah Lewis OBE OLY joins Shon and Edem to discuss her career journey in sports as an Olympian, the various roles she has played in the global sport industry, her contribution to Arsenal Women team in the early 2000s and her advice to the next generation of young women passionate about sport.
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2023-05-051h 03Africa Business of Sport PodcastE49: The Business of Esports in Africa – Ronny LusigiIn this episode, Founder & CEO of IndexG Esports, Ronny Lusigi, joins Edem and Jabu to provide a comprehensive analysis of the business of esports in Africa, the biggest video-gaming markets in Africa, the technological issues and server limitations Africa's esports industry faces and how esports stakeholders can unlock and supercharge the growth of the sector on the continent.
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2023-05-0242 min
Africa Business of Sport PodcastE48: #WomenSportsDev – Zeycan Rochelle Yildrim, CMO of SamsunsporThis is an episode of #WomenSportsDev, our ongoing series hosted by one of Africa's leading sports broadcasters, Shon Osimbo, which features insightful conversations with leading female sports executives, leaders and stakeholders about the development of women's sport in Africa and globally.
In this episode, Chief Marketing Officer of Samsunspor, Zeycan Rochelle Yildrim joins Shon to discuss Samsunspor's private ownership model, how she uses football as a tool to resolve social causes such as violence against women and her experience in combining sport and fashion to design Samsunspor's special purple kit.
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2023-04-2942 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE47: Leading CAF's New Commercial Strategy – Hassan El KamahIn this episode, Commercial Director of Confederation of African Football, Hassan El Kamah joins Edem and Jabu to discuss his career background in sports business, unpack CAF's new commercial strategy, explain why CAF is in the market for a new sponsorship sales agency and highlight the importance of the Africa Super League to CAF's future commercial sustainability.
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2023-04-2524 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastBonus Episode: Showcasing Africa's Football Talent – Marc BautistaIn this episode, Marc Bautista, CEO of The Showcase joins Edem to share his football career journey, the lessons learnt during his career, the factors that pushed him to look to create a positive change and impact for young potential footballers, his journey into entrepreneurship, and what The Showcase is about and how potential players, teams and stakeholders can benefit from it.
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2023-04-1739 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE45: Africa's Emerging Mountain Biking Sector – Kristoff BruyneelCEO of City MountainBike, Kristof Bruyneel, joins Edem and Jabu to discuss City MountainBike's growth strategy in Africa, the where City MountainBike fits within the African mountain biking landscape with competitors including the Skoda Titan Desert Morocco and Absa Cape Epic, reveals the African countries with an interest in staging mountain biking events, how to build the participation and commercial viability of mountain biking in Africa and globally in a sustainable manner and the City MountainBike's storytelling strategy through innovative content formats and authentic narratives.
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2023-04-1239 min
Africa Business of Sport PodcastE44: #WomenSportsDev – Lise Klaveness, President of Norwegian Football FederationThis is an episode of #WomenSportsDev, our ongoing series hosted by one of Africa's leading sports broadcasters, Shon Osimbo, which features insightful conversations with leading female sports executives, leaders and stakeholders about the development of women's sport in Africa and globally.
In this episode, Norwegian Football Federation President Lise Klaveness joins Shon Osimbo to reflect on how she fell in love with football, the journey to becoming the President of NFF, why she decided to run for election in the UEFA Executive Committee, the power of her “influence over position” philosophy with regards to effective sport governance, Norwa...
2023-04-0637 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE43: Inside the Success of SuperSport Schools – Kelvin WattIn this episode, Kelvin Watt - Managing Director of Capitalize Media, a major delivery partner of SuperSport Schools - joins Edem and Jabu to unpack the success behind SuperSport Schools; the business model, the use of world-leading Pixellot AI technology to broadcast and stream school sport, the implications of its new DSTV linear channel for viewability and exposure, and SuperSport Schools' innovative drive to invest in youth and develop the next generation of athletes, coaches, commentators, sports influencers and content creators from South Africa.
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2023-04-0540 min
Africa Business of Sport PodcastE42: #WomenSportsDev – Amy Wanday, Founder of African Sports NetworkThis is an episode of #WomenSportsDev, our ongoing series hosted by one of Africa's leading sports broadcasters, Shon Osimbo, which features insightful conversations with leading female sports executives, leaders and stakeholders about the development of women's sport in Africa and globally.
In this episode, Founder of African Sports Network, Amy Wanday, joins Shon Osimbo to discuss why she established African Sports Network, the importance of a background in sport for sports governance positions in African countries and the challenges she has overcome as a young black woman in the sport industry.
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2023-03-3150 min
Africa Business of Sport PodcastE40: #WomenSportsDev – Mapulane Phohleli, Founder & President of Motseeo FCThis is an episode of #WomenSportsDev, our ongoing series hosted by one of Africa's leading sports broadcasters, Shon Osimbo, which features insightful conversations with leading female sports executives, leaders and stakeholders about the development of women's sport in Africa and globally.
In this episode, Shon Osimbo sits down with Motseeo Football Club Founder & President, Mapulane Phohleli, for an intimate, wide-ranging interview about the humble beginnings of Mostseeo FC, how the club empowers women in Lesotho and the club's approach to harnessing a safe and inclusive environment for women and children. Mapulane also shares the challenges she faced i...
2023-03-2336 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE38: Delivering CHAN 2022 & African Football Sponsorship – Kabelo BosilongIn this episode, Kabelo Bosilong - CAF General Coordinator and Managing Director of Sportsense - joins Edem and Jabu to reflect on CAF's successful delivery of CHAN 2023, the North African FAs leading football infrastructure development in Africa, the risks and challenges African FAs face regarding stadium maintenance, how AFCON 2021's tragic stadium deaths highlighted the importance of stadium safety and security, what he knows about the soon to be launched Africa Super League and the main challenges African clubs face in generating sponsorship revenue and attracting brands.
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2023-03-2140 min
Africa Business of Sport PodcastE37: #WomenSportsDev – Ashlee Fontes-Comber, Former President of United Soccer CoachesThis is an episode of #WomenSportsDev, our ongoing series hosted by one of Africa's leading sports broadcasters, Shon Osimbo, which features insightful conversations with leading female sports executives, leaders and stakeholders about the development of women's sport in Africa and globally.
Dr Ashlee Fontes-Comber is an award-winning and history-making aficionado and the former President of United Soccer Coaches Ashlee transformed D.C. United Women into the NWSL’s Washington Spirit, creating significant infrastructural and financial progress in just three years. Fontes-Comber was the first female of colour to be ‘first in charge’ of a professional soccer franchise in the U...
2023-03-1642 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE36: 73rd FIFA Congress Convenes in Kigali – Key HighlightsThe 73rd FIFA Congress taking place in Kigali, Rwanda is a significant gathering of member associations and football officials, where the future of football is collectively decided.
In this episode, Edem and Jabu provide a broad overview of the FIFA Congress including the significance of the Congress convening in Rwanda, the challenges and opportunities for expanded FIFA Club World Cup, and the significance of the FIFA Council's unanimous approval of the 2026 FIFA World Cup competition Format and 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup Bidding Regulations.
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2023-03-1526 min
Africa Business of Sport PodcastE35: #WomenSportsDev – Theresa Zabell OLY, Two-Time Olympic Gold MedalistThis is an episode of #WomenSportsDev, our ongoing series hosted by one of Africa's leading sports broadcasters, Shon Osimbo, which features insightful conversations with leading female sports executives, leaders and stakeholders about the development of women's sport in Africa and globally.
Theresa Zabell is a two-time Spanish Olympic gold medalist sailor and former member of the Spanish Olympic Committee. Theresa is a staunch environmental activist for cleaner seas and oceans and growing sailing as an Olympic sport.
In a wide-ranging interview with Shon Osimbo, Theresa discusses how her love for the Olympic Games developed, winning go...
2023-03-0946 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE34: #FIFAAgentRegs – Lindi Ngwenya, Managing Director at SISU Sports ManagementThis episode is part of our #FIFAAgentRegs short-series where we speak to leading football agents about the implications of the new FIFA Football Agent Regulations for different stakeholders of the African football ecosystem.
In this episode, FA Intermediary and Managing Director of SISU Sports Management, Lindi Ngwenya, discusses the problematic implications of the proposed commission caps, the detrimental impact the regulations may have on the African football ecosystem and the positive aspects of the regulations including Continuous Professional Development and the Agents Chamber. At the end of the interview, Lindi provides some insight on SISU Sport Management's...
2023-03-0848 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE33: MultiChoice, Comcast & Sky's Groundbreaking Partnership – Gary RathboneIn this episode, Gary Rathbone - Founder of Sportscape Media and former SABC Sport and SuperSport executive - joins Edem and Jabu to discuss MultiChoice, Comcast and Sky's new partnership including the relaunch of Showmax, the implications of this partnership for Showmax subscribers, why Canal Plus' stake in Multichoice slightly complicates the deal and the growing trend of African sports media/broadcasting organisations developing streaming platforms.
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2023-03-0622 min
Africa Business of Sport PodcastE32: #WomenSportsDev – Mary Kok-Willemsen, Owner of Holland Football UniversityThis is an episode of #WomenSportsDev, our ongoing series hosted by one of Africa's leading sports broadcasters, Shon Osimbo, which features insightful conversations with leading female sports executives, leaders and stakeholders about the development of women's sport in Africa and globally.
In this episode, Shon and Edem have an engaging wide-ranging chat with Mary Kok-Willemsen who has been credited with helping pave way for women’s football in the Netherlands. Mary discusses her coaching journey and projects that have helped dozens of women better their football skills. Access her work at http://www.marykokwillemsen.com/
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2023-03-021h 00Africa Business of Sport PodcastE31: Staging Sub-Saharan Africa's First E-Prix – Iain BannerOn the back of successfully staging Sub-Saharan Africa's first Formula E event, the 2023 Cape Town E-Prix, Iain Banner - E-Movement Chairman and Co-founder - joins Edem and Jabu for a fascinating assessment of the E-Prix event and a compelling view into the future of motorsport industry in Africa.
In this episode, Iain discusses the pivotal partnership with the City of Cape Town, the role of Cape Town E-Prix's partners in delivering a world-class Formula E event, the recently launched Formula Student Africa Programme involving some of Africa's leading universities, the purpose-driven approach adopted by the E-Prix, job cr...
2023-03-0133 min
Africa Business of Sport PodcastBonus Episode: Jabu Mtwa Selected as IOC Young Leader 2023-2026Our Co-Host, Jabu, recently got selected as an IOC Young Leader 2023-2026. In this episode, he briefly reflects on his experience of the IOC Young Leaders Programme so far including the 4-week learning sprint, application process and the opportunity to use sport to solve his community's issues and contribute to the UN Sustainable Developmental Goals.
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2023-02-2412 min
Africa Business of Sport PodcastE30: #WomenSportsDev – Marian Otamendi, Director at World Football SummitThis is an episode of #WomenSportsDev, our ongoing series hosted by one of Africa's leading sports broadcasters, Shon Osimbo, which features insightful conversations with leading female sports executives, leaders and stakeholders about the development of women's sport in Africa and globally.
In this episode, Co-Founder and Director Marian Otamendi discusses the growth of women's football globally, strategies that stakeholders in women's sport can adopt to accelerate the professionalisation of women's sport, showing young girls that it possible through inspiring sportswomen figures, how more women can get involved in leadership positions in sport and the work-life balance challenge wo...
2023-02-1759 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE28: ICC Women's T20 World Cup PreviewIn this episode, Edem and Jabu preview the ICC Women's T20 World Cup by touching on the participating teams, the commercial partners supporting the tournament and the fan engagement strategy being implemented.
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2023-02-0939 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastBonus Episode: SA Tourism To Sponsor Tottenham Hotspur?In this bonus episode, Edem and Jabu briefly weigh in on the developing story regarding South Africa Tourism's imminent sleeve sponsorship deal with Premier League club, Tottenham Hotspur.
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2023-02-0215 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE26: #FIFAAgentRegs – Guilherme von Cüpper, CEO at Berlin Sports Bridge For TalentsThis episode is part of our #FIFAAgentRegs short-series where we speak to leading football agents about the implications of the new FIFA Football Agent Regulations for different stakeholders of the African football ecosystem.
Guilherme Von Cüpper, CEO of Berlin Sports Bridge For Talents - a distinguished football agency with a strong presence in West Africa - joins Edem and Jabu to extensively breakdown the new FIFA Football Agent Regulations. In this episode, Guilherme discusses the history of FIFA's regulation of football agents, FIFA's recognition of football agents vs intermediaries, the importance of agents being back in th...
2023-02-0150 min
Africa Business of Sport PodcastE25: #SportIndustryInsights – Dr Oliver Seitz, Head of Business Intelligence at United WorldThis 4-part podcast series is in collaboration with Johan Cryuff Institute.
In this episode, Dr. Oliver Seitz – PhD in Football Business and Head of Business Intelligence at United World – discusses why it is important for clubs to understand the importance of decision-making in the football industry.
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2023-01-2958 min
Africa Business of Sport PodcastE24: #SportIndustryInsights – Vanessa Basora, Brand Director at Sevilla FCThis episode is part of our 4-part podcast series is in collaboration with Johan Cryuff Institute.
In this episode, Vanessa Basora – Brand Director at Sevilla FC, provides an extensive overview of branding and the pillar on which its business (sponsorship, merchandising sales, licences, content etc.) and communication (campaigns, corporate communication, public relations etc.) are built in the football industry.
If you are interested in taking up a course in Sports Management, Sports Marketing and Sponsorship, Football Business or Coaching qualification at the Johan Cryuff Institute, apply here: ww.johancryuffinstitute.com.
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2023-01-281h 04
Africa Business of Sport PodcastE23: #SportIndustryInsights – Matej Kraus, Head of Operations at Sponsor.OnlineThis 4-part podcast series is in collaboration with Johan Cryuff Institute.
The management of the sponsorship lifecycle from the club's point of view. Matej Kraus, Head of Operations at Sponsor.Online, will cover the main steps in the lifecycle including the sponsorship product development, proposal development, contract and negotiation, activation and lastly monitoring and evaluation.
Creating Effective Sponsorship Strategies for Football Clubs
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2023-01-2451 min
Africa Business of Sport PodcastE21: What To Look Out For in the African Sport Business in 2023In this episode, Edem and Jabu review their favourite episodes of the podcast in 2022, pay tribute to Brazilian football icon Pelé and discuss what they are looking forward to in the African sport business in 2023.
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2022-12-3124 min
Africa Business of Sport PodcastE20: World Cup Series Round-UpIn this episode, Edem and Jabu look back at the World Cup series hosted on the podcast by returning to past episodes with Kevin Tennent and Alex Gillet, Dr Gerard Akindes, Professor Simon Chadwick and Ricardo Fort with the aim of providing a holistic review of the different aspects of the 2022 Qatar FIFA World Cup.
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2022-12-2155 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE19: Budweiser's World Cup Sponsorship Woes – Ricardo FortTo complement the onset of the 2022 Qatar FIFA World Cup, the Africa Business of Sport will have a special coverage of the sports business aspects related to the global showcase. In the following weeks, the podcast brings you conversations with leading professionals in the sport business who have unique perspectives of the World Cup as a business.
In this episode, former Global Head of Sponsorship for VISA and Coca-Cola Company and Founder of Sport by Fort Consultancy, Ricardo Fort, joins Edem and Jabu to discuss his experience leading the global sponsorship portfolio of Coca-Cola and VISA at p...
2022-12-1534 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE18: Qatar's Geopolitical World Cup – Professor Simon ChadwickTo complement the onset of the 2022 Qatar FIFA World Cup, the Africa Business of Sport will have a special coverage of the sports business aspects related to the global showcase. In the following week, the podcast brings you conversations with leading professionals in the sport business who have unique perspectives of the World Cup as a business.
In this episode, Professor Simon Chadwick extensively discusses the political nature of the 2022 Qatar FIFA World Cup, the volatile geopolitical relationship between Qatar and Saudi Arabia, Qatar’s uncertain post-World Cup strategy, reports of Qatar Sports Investment potentially selling a mi...
2022-12-0749 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE17: Media Rights and Broadcasting of the World Cup – Dr Gerard AkindesTo complement the onset of the 2022 Qatar FIFA World Cup, the Africa Business of Sport will have a special coverage of the sports business aspects related to the global showcase. In the following weeks, the podcast brings you conversations with leading professionals in the sport business who have unique perspectives of the World Cup as a business.
In this episode, Edem and Jabu have an intriguing interview with Adjunct Faculty at Northwestern University in Qatar, Dr Gerard Akindes. In an in-depth discussion about broadcasting, media rights and the FIFA World Cup, Dr Akindes discusses the history of t...
2022-11-2941 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE16: The Business History of the World Cup – Kevin D. Tennent & Alex GilletTo complement the onset of the 2022 Qatar FIFA World Cup, the Africa Business of Sport will have a special coverage of the sports business aspects related to the global showcase. In the following week, the podcast brings you conversations with leading professionals in the sport business who have unique perspectives of the World Cup as a business.
In this episode, Edem and Jabu have a wide-ranging interview with University of York’s Kevin D. Tennent and Alex Gillet. Kevin and Alex are leading football history academics and lecturers from the UK and co-authored the chapter “A Brief Hist...
2022-11-2351 min
Africa Business of Sport PodcastE15: #WFSAfrica – Summit ReviewThis episode is in partnership with World Football Summit.
In this episode, Edem and Jabu discuss their personal experiences of #WFSAfrica including the welcome reception, their favourite panels from Day 1 and Day 2 of the summit, some of the people they met and connected with and the value of #WFSAfrica in kickstarting critical conversations in the African sports business.
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2022-11-2241 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE13: #WFSAfrica – Jaime Dominguez, WFS Chief Marketing OfficerThis episode is in collaboration with World Football Summit, the organisers of #WFSAfrica at the Durban International Convention Centre on 16-17 November.
Ahead of #WFSAfrica in just a few days time, Edem and Jabu chat to World Football Summit Chief Marketing Officer, Jaime Dominguez and discuss WFS' mission and values, the success and role of past editions of the summit, the factors behind WFS hosting an African edition and what to expect at #WFSAfrica in Durban next week.
To purchase a pass and register to attend #WFSAfrica, click here: africa.worldfootballsummit.com
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2022-11-1229 min
Africa Business of Sport PodcastBonus Episode: WFS Africa AnnouncementOur co-hosts Edem Spio and Jabu Mtwa will be attending the inaugural World Football Summit Africa in Durban on 16th-17th November at Durban ICC. The Africa Business of Sport Podcast will be the only sports business podcast that will be present at the event. Stay tuned for more announcements on how you can engage with us throughout the summit.
To purchase a pass and register to attend WFS Africa, click here: africa.worldfootballsummit.com
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2022-11-1002 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE7: Broadcasting and Streaming Sport in AfricaOn this episode, Edem and Jabu chat about the broadcasting and streaming scene in Africa. The pair also discuss the duopoly in African sport streaming between SuperSport and beIN Sports, the evolution of sport consumption, how young African football fans engage with sport streaming, the introduction of VR technology in sport streaming and the future of this critical sector for the future of African sport.
At the end of the podcast, Edem and Jabu circle back to the Africa Super League and discuss how fundamental quality broadcasting and streaming will be for the short and long-term success o...
2022-10-0532 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE6: #AFBSummit Build-Up – Dr. Manase ChiwesheThis episode is part of our series in partnership with Football Foundation for Africa, the organizers of the Africa Football Business Summit on 18-19 October in Nairobi, Kenya.
Dr Chiweshe is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Social and Community Development, University of Zimbabwe and a Research Fellow in the Sociology Department, Rhodes University, South Africa. He is an award-winning and widely published scholar on African football.
On this episode, Dr. Chiweshe shares his thoughts on the need for more African scholars to contribute to global sports development journals and publications, his research on the...
2022-09-2138 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE4: #AFBSummit Build-Up - Romaney PinnockThis episode is part of our series in partnership with Football Foundation for Africa, the organizers of the Africa Football Business Summit on 18-19 October in Nairobi, Kenya.
Romaney Pinnock is the Founding Director of Badgers Football Academy and a candidate for the FIFA Masters in Management, Law & Humanities of Sport.
On this episode, Romaney discusses her career as a management consultant and subsequent entry into the sport business, the values of Badgers Football Academy, sponsorship opportunities in women's grassroots football, creating a safe culture for women and girls to thrive, the role of national federations and private sector entities in...
2022-09-0724 minAfrica Business of Sport PodcastE2: #AFBSummit Build-Up – Brian WesaalaThis episode is part of our four-part series in collaboration with Football Foundation for Africa, the organizers of the Africa Football Business Summit.
Brian Wesaala is the Founder & Project Leader at the Football Foundation for Africa. In this episode, Brian joins Edem and Jabu to discuss his career journey and entry into the African sport business, the impact and success of the Africa Football Business Show, the Football Foundation for Africa's mission, launching Young African Leaders in Sport, creating a sustainable sport ecosystem in Africa and the legacy the Africa Football Business Summit aims to have on s...
2022-08-2427 min
Africa Business of Sport PodcastE1: CAF Africa Super League BreakdownOn 10 August 2022, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) convened in Arusha, Tanzania to launch the CAF Africa Super League. CAF President Dr Patrice Mostepe, alongside FIFA President Gianni Infantino, officially announced the launch of the groundbreaking competition "that is set to change the face of African football". With prize money total of $100m allocated, the Africa Super League will be the most lucrative club competition on the land. The innovative competition promises not only to accelerate the commercialisation of African football, but significantly support the training and retention footballing talent.
What does the introduction of the Africa S...
2022-08-1759 min