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Is Africa the next big player in esports and pro gaming?

The scene is growing fast in Nigeria, South Africa, Kenya, Ethiopia and Ghana.

Gaming is growing in Africa. As the continent鈥檚 booming youthful population get better access to smart phones and internet connectivity improves, so does its gaming scene.

Esports events are gaining traction too, with South Africa, Kenya, Morocco and Nigeria all hosting large tournaments showcasing Africa鈥檚 best gaming talent. We chat to Brian Khisa, a 大象传媒 reporter based in Nairobi, about why the scene is taking off, and how representative it is.

We鈥檙e also joined by Megan van der Westhuizen, a 21-year-old gamer based in South Africa, and 26-year-old Sylvia Gathoni (aka 'QueenArrow'), from Kenya. They share what it鈥檚 like to be pro gamers, and why they鈥檙e excited about the future.

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Presenter: Hannah Gelbart
Producers: Mora Morrison and Hayley Clarke
Editor: Verity Wilde

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Sat 2 Nov 2024 03:50GMT
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