Antonio Depina

Recognized on the Forbes Africa 30 Under 30 list in June 2021, Antonio Depina is a multifaceted entrepreneur known for his impactful contributions to sports technology and ride-hailing services across Africa. Depina initially pursued a professional basketball career in Europe. After graduating from Lincoln University, a Division II school in Pennsylvania, he proactively contacted over 500 coaches, managers, and owners across the continent, leading to a contract with Electrico FC in Portugal in August 2017. Following his professional tenure primarily in Spain and Portugal, Depina transitioned his focus to entrepreneurship.

Depina’s entrepreneurial endeavors are consistently guided by a commitment to fostering development and creating sustainable solutions within the African continent. He continues to focus on expanding the reach and impact of his initiatives, with plans to broaden the Cabo Verde Basketball League to Liberia and other African countries. Through his work in sports technology and ride-hailing, Depina remains dedicated to driving innovation and opportunity across the region.