Lagos Is Setting its Sights on Becoming a Major Player in the African Gaming Industry
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Governor Sanwo-Olu, at the recent Africa Gaming Expo 2024, highlighted plans to make gaming a significant revenue earner and driver of economic regeneration. Lagos isn’t the only African city with its sights set on gaming glory. The sector has been developing steadily over the years, with cities like Nairobi, Cairo, and Johannesburg embracing the potential of gaming, and competing for a share of the continent’s burgeoning gaming market. Cape Town is home to more than half of South Africa’s game development studios. The city is host to Africa Games Week, making it a leading hub. Nairobi is home to studios like Kukua Games, a developer of mobile games focused on African themes and stories, while Cairo has seen a rise in gaming cafes and esports tournaments. The city hosts Africa Games Week, a premium business event for the video game industry, attracting developers, content creators, and industry leaders from across the continent. prospects for expansion.
SOURCE: VENTURES AFRICA