Gaming is one of the fastest-growing segments of the global digital economy, with Africa
emerging as a high-growth market driven by mobile penetration, youth demographics, and
digital culture. Beyond entertainment, gaming intersects with storytelling, education, community
economies, and exports.
The Gaming Zone features gameplay demonstrations, competitions, and conversations on
game development, publishing, esports, and immersive technologies—highlighting gaming as
both a cultural force and a scalable commercial opportunity.

Focus: Gaming, immersive tech, and digital entertainment economics
● The Business of Gaming in Africa: Markets and Monetisation
● Game Development Pipelines and Talent Pathways
● Interactive Storytelling and Digital Culture
● Esports, Streaming, and Community Economies
● Immersive Technologies: AR/VR in Entertainment and Education
● Funding and Publishing Opportunities for Game Developers
● Gameplay Demonstrations and Competitions
● Gaming as a Cultural and Economic Export