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Arest Ekande
Founder and president of A-League
The Founder
Arest Ekande
Founder and president of A-League
A football fan since childhood, he grew up between neighbourhood pitches and the screens showing the big matches. He has watched a whole generation experience football differently: on mobile, in clips, with their favourite creators.
With A-League, he wants to give that generation a league that looks like them: demanding on the pitch, spectacular off it, and designed from day one for an African audience.
Football is already Africa’s passion. Our mission is to turn it into the biggest show of its youth.
Step 1
The vision
Reinventing football for the mobile generation.
Step 2
First market study
The potential of football entertainment in Africa.
Step 3
Launch in Douala
The first season takes shape in Cameroon.