The FIA Motorsport Games has become a global stage for countries to showcase their motorsport talent across various disciplines. This year, four African nations—Morocco, Nigeria, Mozambique, and Namibia—are flying the continent’s flag high as they compete in several categories, aiming for international glory.
Morocco
Morocco has a strong lineup, particularly in the Esports sector. Leading the charge in Esports GT is Ahmed Erquizi, while Ismail Oublal takes on the virtual tracks in Esports F4. In the Karting Mini category, El Gahoudy Nahyl will represent the country in an exciting race that tests the skills of young drivers.
Nigeria
Nigeria brings a diverse team to the competition, with representatives in both traditional and esports categories. Baruch Roy-Bako will compete in the Karting Sprint Senior category, showcasing his prowess on the track. On the digital front, Oluwfemi Olaoye will race in Esports GT, while Kamtoya Chukwureh will tackle the virtual F4 races, hoping to make a mark for the country.
Mozambique
Mozambique’s participation features a mix of disciplines. In the Karting Sprint Senior category, Ghazi Motlekar is ready to prove his mettle. The Drifting competition will see Zanil Satar showcase skillful control of his car, while young drivers like Eduardo Campos (Karting Mini) and Alisha Dos Santos Costa (Cross Car Mini) will be competing in the junior categories, adding to Mozambique’s robust presence.
Namibia
Representing Namibia is Adriaan Nel, who will be competing in Esports F4, bringing his digital racing skills to the fore in this high-paced category. Namibia’s participation reflects the growing popularity of esports in African motorsport, and Nel will be aiming to make his country proud.
With competitors from Morocco, Nigeria, Mozambique, and Namibia taking part in various disciplines at the FIA Motorsport Games, Africa’s presence on the global motorsport stage continues to grow. These drivers, both in physical and virtual categories, carry the hopes of their nations and showcase the diversity of talent from the continent.