Clipfeed, a global esports entertainment company known for its award-winning technology, collaborates with telecom operators, DTH, ISP, and OEM partners to create captivating entertainment destinations for consumers.
DAT specializes in SAAS and VAS solutions for mobile operators in Africa, offering reliable and customizable mobile technology services. They operate on a robust technical platform with strong interconnectivity.
Together, DAT and Clipfeed will develop the “Africa Gaming Box,” a white-label platform for mobile operators across the continent. This platform will provide a wide range of features, including live tournaments, engaging esports challenges, attractive rewards, and more.
Africa presents a promising market for esports growth. The continent boasts a young and expanding population, with over half of Africans under 25 – the demographic most interested in esports. Moreover, Africa’s internet connectivity is on the rise, with over 500 million Africans having internet access in 2022, expected to surpass 1 billion by 2025. Lastly, Africa has a rich gaming and competitive culture.
This partnership offers mobile operators a unique opportunity to tap into this burgeoning market and make esports content easily accessible to their users.
Simplice Anoh, CEO of DAT, expressed his excitement about the partnership, stating, “Esports remains a tremendous opportunity in Africa, and we are delighted to partner with Clipfeed to open the doors for mobile operators on the continent to benefit from this thriving industry.”
Michael Whelan, CEO and founder of Clipfeed, added, “We are excited to partner with Digital Afrique Telecom to bring esports to mobile operators in Africa. This partnership will allow us to reach a wider audience and help grow the esports community in Africa.”
The esports industry is expected to reach a value of $1.6 billion in 2023, with Africa emerging as a key region for potential growth. The African esports market is growing faster than the global average, and it is projected that the number of esports enthusiasts in sub-Saharan Africa will reach 222 million by 2025.