Sportiva Venture Studio (SVS) Official Launch Event
On September 16, 2025, Sportiva Venture Studio (SVS) officially launched in Lagos, Nigeria, marking a pivotal moment in Africa's sports technology ecosystem. The event brought together over 50 industry leaders, founders, investors, and sports enthusiasts to celebrate the beginning of a new era in African sports innovation.
Sportiva Venture Studio (SVS) is Africa's pioneer SportTech studio, dedicated to empowering founders, enabling innovation, and elevating Africa as the future of plays, games, and sports technology.
We invest up to $300K to transform great sport ideas into global market leaders, providing the capital, expertise, and network needed for success.
Moments from our historic launch event in Lagos







Sportiva Venture Studio (SVS) announced its commitment to invest up to $300K in promising African sports technology startups, providing both capital and strategic support.
The studio will focus on Performance AI, Fan Engagement, Business Process (WaaS), and Sports Media & Content - addressing critical gaps in Africa's sports ecosystem.
Partnerships with major sports federations, leagues, and organizations across Africa were announced, creating a robust ecosystem for innovation.
Applications opened for the inaugural founder cohort, inviting visionary entrepreneurs to join the program and build the future of African sports technology.
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Coverage of the official launch event and SVS's mission to revolutionize African sports technology.
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