We work with African football clubs, supporters’ groups and associations to build sustainable, community-owned football for the next generation.
Working with Africa’s biggest clubs, supporters’ groups & community sides to build strong corporate, commercial & financial.
We work with architects, engineers and local governments to design and deliver sustainable sports infrastructure.
We help build lasting relationships between clubs and fans, giving supporters a meaningful stake in their clubs.
Football Supporters Africa offer a full range of consultancy services to stakeholders in the business of football in Africa.
Football Supporter Africa (formerly Sandlanders Football) is a not-for-profit Community Benefit Society. We offer a full range of consultancy services to everyone doing business in African football, and every cent of our revenue is reinvested in our work.
Our experience has been built by practice. Since our founding as Sandlanders in 2010, we have helped clubs grow from grassroots to well-run organisations, and helped supporters take a real stake in the game they love.
Our experience in Africa is built by practice. Since we were founded, we have
From the grassroots to the boardroom, we give clubs the tools to grow on and off the pitch.
We work with some of Africa’s clubs on a range of corporate, commercial and fundraising needs, from new community clubs to established sides.
We work with architects, engineers and local governments to design and operate sustainable sports facilities that serve the whole community.
We offer a full range of consultancy on licensing, governance, sponsorship and league administration, for clubs, associations and investors.
We have carried out extensive research on African football club structures and licensing, and we publish our findings to improve the game.
European supporter-ownership experience through our partnership with Supporters Direct Europe.
Our process is built on clarity, local knowledge and practical experience. From the moment you contact us, every project follows a clear path, from listening to delivery.
Tell us about your club, group or project. We’ll arrange a call to understand your goals and challenges.
We review your structure, finances, facilities and community needs, then agree a practical plan with realistic milestones.
We work alongside your team on governance, fundraising, infrastructure and community projects, and stay with you as you grow.
Watch how supporters and clubs are changing African football, then pledge your support and become part of the story.
Pitches & community centres that serve the whole town, not just match days.
Membership cards that show a real stake in the club you support.
Support for league administration and community competitions.
Practical guidance for club officials on licensing, governance and finance.
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Before working with Football Supporter Africa, our club had passion but little structure. They helped us build proper governance, set up our finances and prepare for licensing. Today our supporters have a voice, and our community projects are growing.
What impressed us was the transparency. The model is democratic, the revenue is reinvested, and the focus is on community. It’s rare to find a football partner that is this clear about who benefits.
At our core, we deliver practical, community-led solutions to the challenges facing African football today.
At Football Supporter Africa, our revenue reinvested in our activities.
We help clubs build effective corporate and financial structures, backed by democratic, member-led decision-making.
We advise clubs and associations on licensing and league administration, so clubs can progress through the divisions.
We help clubs raise funds and secure sponsorship, building the income they need to stay sustainable.
Every club in our network runs its own community projects in education, healthcare and local business development.
News, updates and stories from clubs and communities across our network.
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Football Supporter Africa works with supporter-owned African football clubs, supporters’ associations and groups, focusing on governance, sustainable clubs and infrastructure, and supporter interests across the continent.
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I’ve never been to Africa, but I feel part of my club. I get updates from the pitch, I can follow the community projects, and my membership card means I have a real stake. This is football the way it should be: owned by the people who love it.