Dakar vibrated this weekend to the rhythm of the 1st edition of Efest Africa, a unique event dedicated to gaming and geek culture. Organized by the Senegalese association of Gamers SENGAMES at the Théodore Monod Museum, this festival brought together enthusiasts of all ages, confirming the growing place of Senegal in the world of new technologies and digital entertainment.
In just two days, Efest Africa managed to bring together more than 1,500 participants, attracted by a varied program including 4 high-level panels, addressing essential themes such as education, training in the video games sector, creation Africa and the prospects for Africa in the esports Olympic Games, 7 exhibitions highlighting local talents, including the Game Hub Senegal and its innovative startups.
Added to this are creative competitions, such as drawing competitions, cosplay competitions, and the Questions for a Geek quiz and 12 esports competitions bringing together the best players in the region, with a total cash prize of 2,500,000 CFA.
Efest Africa 2024 marks the start of a promising adventure. Given the enthusiasm generated, the organizers hope to make this event an unmissable annual meeting for Senegalese and African youth.
Here are the big winners of esports competitions: Mobile Legends (MLBB): Team V7, Tekken 8: G…VSR, Mortal Kombat 1 (MK1): Hamza de Solo Esport, Street Fighter 6 (SF6): Jamie Star, NBA 2K25 : Lamine Diallo, Naruto Ultimate Ninja Storm Connexion: Lierre Nexus, eFootball Mobile: Demba Ndaw, eFootball PS5: Scoop, EA FC25: Mouhamed Lunik, League of Legends: Team D5, Fortnite: Eli and Call of Duty Mobile: Death Angel Kermel.
With Efest Africa 2024, Senegal is opening a new page in its digital history. Building on the enthusiasm generated by this event, the organizers aim to make it an unmissable annual meeting for Senegalese and African youth.
Dakar thus confirms its pioneering role in the gaming and digital sector, while inspiring a new generation of creators, competitors and innovators. Efest Africa is now more than just an event: it embodies the future of digital entertainment in Africa.
Mamadou DIOP
