Esports is on the rise in Africa, led by a tech-savvy youthful population and female pioneers, and life as a professional gamer is now possible.
Kenya’s Syvlia Gathoni did not have the intention of turning professional but is one of the few full-time pro esports athletes on the continent.
Meanwhile, Emmanuel Oyelakin of the African Confederation of Digital Sports predicts a bright future for competitive gaming on the continent.
Video by Brian Khisa.
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