Beyond The Pitch: The Digital Future of African Football
VASA CONFERENCE
2025
Beyond The Pitch: The Digital Future of African Football
VASA CONFERENCE
2025
ESSENTIAL INFORMATION
Conference at a Glance
Date & Time
November 21,2025
Virtual Access
Audience
African Footballers
Players & Professionals
Cost
Completely Free
No Registration Fee
Why Attend?
Why you should join the Conference
The VASA Conference 2025 is a groundbreaking gathering that aims to empower the next generation of African footballers by unlocking the transformative power of digital platforms. This year’s theme, “Leveraging Digital Platforms for Exposure and Opportunities,” focuses on educating players about personal branding, online behavior, digital visibility, and equipping them with the tools to take control of their careers in an ever-evolving digital world.
In an era where careers are made not just on the field but also online, the conference seeks to bridge the gap between talent and opportunity by offering insights from globally recognized experts in player development, digital communication, media, performance management, and community empowerment.
meet our speakers
World-class experts transforming African Football
Tom Byer
Founder, Football Starts at Home | Global Grassroots Football Development Expert
Revolutionized how young children are introduced to football with his Football Starts at Home® philosophy, influencing development in Japan, China, Philippines, and the United States.
Calvin Kaumba Chikenge
Editor, BolaNews | Contributor, The Guardian UK | Award-Winning Sports Journalist
Highly respected Zambian sports journalist with contributions to The Guardian UK. Expert in media training, player visibility, and online reputation management for African footballers.
Pierre Barrieu
Director of Performance, Canada Men’s National Team | FIFA High Performance Expert | UEFA Instructor
World-class performance specialist with international experience. Expert in player optimization, injury prevention, biomechanical analysis, and vertical integration from youth to professional.
Ekelesi Ziwa
Founder & CEO, Thuso Foundation
Visionary leader using sport as a tool for social transformation. Focuses on mentorship, life skills training, and women empowerment through sports in underprivileged communities.