BUILDING AFRICA'S SPORTS ECOSYSTEM
Transforming African Sport Through Talent, Innovation & Opportunity
Sonhar Sports is a sports development organization dedicated to discovering talent, advancing education, delivering world-class competitions, and building sustainable opportunities across Africa’s sports industry. Through flagship initiatives like Project 8000 Academy, we prepare the next generation of athletes, professionals, and industry leaders.
Talent Development • Education • Competitions • Partnerships
WHO WE ARE
Building Africa's Sports Ecosystem Through Innovation, Talent & Opportunity
Sonhar Sports is a sports development organization dedicated to discovering talent, advancing education, organizing world-class competitions, and creating sustainable opportunities across Africa’s sports ecosystem. Through innovation, strategic partnerships, and flagship initiatives like Project 8000 Academy, we are shaping the future of African sports on and off the field.
Talent Development
We identify, develop, and empower emerging athletes and sports professionals through structured training, mentorship, education, and career development opportunities across Africa.
Education & Workforce Development
Through flagship initiatives like Project 8000 Academy, we equip participants with industry-relevant skills, practical experience, and professional mentorship to prepare them for successful careers in the sports industry.
Competitions & Strategic Partnerships
We create pathways for growth through competitions, talent identification programmes, institutional partnerships, sponsorships, and community initiatives that connect individuals with real opportunities across Africa’s sports ecosystem.
OUR ECOSYSTEM
Building Every Pathway in African Sports
Sonhar Sports brings together education, talent development, competitions, innovation, and strategic partnerships into one connected ecosystem designed to grow Africa’s sports industry.
Project 8000 Academy
Developing Africa’s next generation of sports professionals through specialized education, mentorship, and workforce development.
Competitions & Tournaments
Creating professional competitions, grassroots tournaments, talent identification events, and athlete development opportunities.
Talent Development
Identifying, mentoring, and preparing athletes and sports professionals for sustainable careers across the sports ecosystem.
Sports Technology & Innovation
Driving digital transformation through sports technology, analytics, AI, and innovation that improve performance and operations.
Strategic Partnerships
Collaborating with governments, universities, brands, NGOs, and industry leaders to accelerate sports development across Africa.
Community & Social Impact
Using sports as a platform for education, leadership, inclusion, youth empowerment, and sustainable community development.
FLAGSHIP INITIATIVE
Project 8000 Academy
Project 8000 Academy is Sonhar Sports’ flagship workforce development initiative, designed to equip 11,250 aspiring sports professionals with practical skills, industry mentorship, and real-world experience across media, technology, analytics, management, performance, and business.
- 6 Specialized Programmes
- Industry Mentorship
- Practical Field Experience
- Professional Certification
- Career Development
- Strategic Institutional Partnerships
Talent Development • Education • Competitions • Partnerships
WHY CHOOSE SONHAR SPORTS
Building the Future of African Sports Through Action
Sonhar Sports combines education, competition, technology, partnerships, and workforce development into one connected ecosystem that prepares people and organizations for long-term success.
Industry-Led Education
Practical programmes designed with universities, industry experts, and professional organizations.
Real Sporting Experience
Participants learn by working on live competitions, tournaments, media productions, and sporting events.
Strategic Partnerships
Collaboration with institutions, government, healthcare providers, technology companies, and international partners.
Career Pathways
From education to certification, mentorship, internships, and employment opportunities within the sports ecosystem.
OUR IMPACT
Growing Africa's Sports Ecosystem
Every initiative, partnership, and program is designed to create measurable impact across education, talent development, competitions, and community transformation.
11,250+
Projected Participants
6
Specialized Departments
5+
Strategic Partners
100%
Industry-Focused Learning
GET INVOLVED
Choose How You Want to Get Involved
Whether you’re an aspiring sports professional, an institution, a sponsor, or an industry partner, Sonhar Sports provides multiple pathways to participate and create impact.
Apply to Project 8000
Begin your journey through Africa’s leading sports workforce development academy.
Become a Partner
Collaborate with Sonhar Sports to support education, competitions, innovation, and community development.
Host or Sponsor Events
Support tournaments, talent discovery programmes, conferences, and sports initiatives across Africa.
Volunteer or Join Our Team
Become part of the professionals building the future of African sports.
OUR PARTNERS
Powered by Strong Strategic Partnerships
We work alongside government institutions, universities, healthcare organizations, technology partners, media organizations, and industry leaders to create sustainable opportunities and accelerate sports development across Africa.
University of Ibadan
Academic Partner
BCOS
Media Partner
Lead City University
Academic Partner
University College Hospital (UCH)
Academic Partner
Signal
Technology Partner
Nigerian Red Cross
Emergency & Safety Partner
Lead City University
Academic Partner
University College Hospital (UCH)
Academic Partner
Interested in partnering with Sonhar Sports?
Join our growing network of institutions, organizations, brands, and government partners working together to transform the future of sports across Africa.
OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Latest Updates from the Secretariat
Stay informed with official announcements, programme updates, partnership news, application deadlines, and important communications from the Secretariat of Sonhar Sports and Project 8000.
🟢 APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN
Issued: June 2026
Project 8000 Edition 1 Applications Are Officially Open
Applications are now officially open for Edition 1 of the Project 8000 Human Capital Development Programme. Qualified candidates are invited to complete the official application process. Successful applicants will proceed through admission, enrollment, and secure payment before joining Africa’s next generation of sports professionals.
Issued by: Project 8000 Secretariat
Programme: Edition 1 • Human Capital Development
Status: Applications Currently Open
Updated June 2026
📣 PRESS RELEASE
Issued: June 2026
Official Launch of Project 8000 Edition 1
Sonhar Sports officially announces the launch of Project 8000 Edition 1, introducing a new model for sports-tech innovation and human capital development in Africa.
🤝 STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP
Issued: June 2026
Expanding Strategic Partnerships Across Africa
Sonhar Sports continues to strengthen collaborations with universities, healthcare institutions, media organizations, government agencies, and technology partners to accelerate sports development across Africa.
📢 Official Notice
For your security and transparency, all applications, admission decisions, enrollment instructions, payment notifications, and official communications will only be published through the official Sonhar Sports and Project 8000 platforms. Applicants are advised not to rely on unofficial sources or make payments outside approved channels.
