The first African Esports Championships has been concluded in spectacular fashion in Casablanca, as thousands of spectators thronged the Mohammed V Sports Complex and millions others followed virtually online. 

This competition was an opportunity to celebrate the talent of African players and highlight the growth of esports on the continent.

The atmosphere was electrifying

Morocco  confirmed its status as an esports hub in Africa by successfully hosting this major event. 

The infrastructure put in place and the enthusiasm of the public demonstrated the country’s ability to organize high-level international competitions.

On the podiums, Egypt distinguished itself by winning three of the five titles at stake: PUBG Mobile, MLBB, and MLBB Women. 

Morocco, the host country, also shone, taking second place in the PUBG Mobile and MLBB categories, qualifying for the Riyadh 2024 World Championships. 

Tunisia and South Africa complete the podium in the other categories, highlighting the diversity of talent on the African continent.

This first edition of the African Esports Championships was a resounding success, thanks in particular to the unwavering support of the Moroccan authorities. 

The presence of Mr. Chakib Benmoussa, Minister of National Education, Preschool,and Sports, Mr. Mehdi Bensaid, Minister of Youth, Culture, and Communication, and Mr. Mohamed Mhidia, Wali of the Casablanca-Settat region, testified to the importance given to esports in Morocco.

The success of the African Esports Championships, organized from August 16 to 21 by the African Esports Confederation (ACES) and the International Esports Federation (IESF), in partnership with the Royal Moroccan Federation of Electronic Games (FRMJE), opens up new perspectives for the development of esports on the continent. 

The participation of African teams in the Esports World Championship will help to showcase African talent on the international stage.

The African eSports Championships (AEC24) begins today in Casablanca, Morocco with Nigeria also featuring at the  ultimate battleground for Africa’s gaming elite. The championship which will feature 180 top-tier athletes from 17 African countries will run till Wednesday.

Holding at the Casablanca’s Mohammed V Sports Complex in Casablanca, the event will feature a series of high-stakes competitions. 

According to the Moroccan organisers, it is more than just a competition; it’s a celebration of skill, strategy, and the unstoppable rise of eSports across the continent.

For the competitors, it’s an opportunity to secure a coveted spot at the World eSports Championships in Riyadh this November. 

With such high stakes, the excitement is already palpable, as these athletes prepare to showcase their talents on the grand stage. 

The five categories to feature in include: CS2 Open, CS2 Women, MLBB Open, MLBB Women, and PubG Mobile.

Each category is set to bring its own flavor of excitement, as players from across Africa virtually clash in pursuit of victory.

But it’s not just about the individual performances. The AEC24 is a celebration of the collective growth and potential of African eSports.

These exceptional e-athletes will not only showcase their individual skills but also highlight the rapidly growing influence of eSports on the continent.

This event marks a pivotal moment in African eSports history, shining a spotlight on the passion, talent, and untapped potential that’s driving this movement forward.

With each match, the event will reveal the depth of talent that’s been brewing across the continent, setting the stage for a future where African gamers take their rightful place on the global eSports stage.