The stage is set for one of the most exciting esports events of the year as the African qualifiers for the 2024 Global Esports Games kick off. Hosted by the Global Esports Federation, this year’s tournament will take place in a grand event in China in December 2024, where the best teams from around the world will compete for glory. For African teams, the journey begins with qualifiers in popular esports titles such as Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB), Dota 2, and Assetto Corsa.
Qualifiers Schedule and Structure
The African qualifiers will run from August 24 to September 1, 2024, and will see teams from across the continent battling it out in the Open and Women’s categories of MLBB and Dota 2. The winners of each title will automatically secure their spot in the Global Esports Games, while the runners-up will also earn qualification spots to represent Africa on the global stage.
Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) – Women’s Category
The MLBB Women’s category features 11 countries, divided into four groups. These groups will compete in a round-robin format to determine who will advance to the next stage. The countries participating are:
- Group A: Morocco, Egypt, Nigeria
- Group B: Djibouti, Kenya, Namibia
- Group C: Benin, Ghana, Algeria
- Group D: South Africa, Tunisia
Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) – Open Category
The Open category of MLBB has a larger pool, with 21 countries split into six groups. The competition is fierce, with teams from all corners of Africa eager to prove their mettle. The groupings are as follows:
- Group A: Morocco, Mali, Benin, Algeria
- Group B: Ivory Coast, South Africa, Nigeria
- Group C: Zimbabwe, Togo, Tunisia
- Group D: Guinea, Kenya, Egypt, Ghana
- Group E: Djibouti, Burkina Faso, South Sudan
- Group F: Zambia, Cameroon, Senegal, Namibia
Dota 2 – Women’s Category
In the Dota 2 Women’s category, three countries—Egypt, Ghana, and Kenya—will face off in a single group. Despite the smaller number of competitors, the intensity is expected to be high, as each team vies for the coveted spot at the Global Esports Games.
Dota 2 – Open Category
The Open category for Dota 2 will feature 14 countries, divided into four groups. This promises to be a thrilling contest, with seasoned teams from across the continent:
- Group A: Algeria, Kenya, Togo, Malawi
- Group B: Tunisia, Nigeria, Mauritius, South Africa
- Group C: Ghana, Libya, Morocco
- Group D: Namibia, Egypt, Tanzania
The Road to China
The African qualifiers are more than just a tournament; they are a celebration of the growing esports culture on the continent. With the rise of competitive gaming in Africa, the qualifiers provide an opportunity for teams to showcase their talent on a global platform. The winners and runners-up from each title will not only represent their countries but will also carry the hopes of an entire continent as they compete against the world’s best in China.
As the qualifiers get underway, all eyes will be on the African teams to see who will emerge victorious and earn their ticket to the Global Esports Games 2024. The competition will be fierce, the stakes high, and the rewards—a chance to make history on the global stage—immeasurable.
