FEJA 8th Edition: Recap

“FEJA: African Electronics and Video Game Festival, initiated by Paradise Game, presents itself as the African trade fair dedicated to video games and aims to promote video games and esports in Africa.”

Since its inception in 2017, FEJA has been held annually, attracting over 100,000 participants, including players, fans, esports enthusiasts, and more. Each year, FEJA has consistently delivered and surpassed expectations.

FEJA offers countless opportunities to players and fans, allowing them to connect and learn. It also provides organizations with a platform to observe the esports audience and better understand their needs. Simply put, FEJA is a home for opportunities.

“Paradise Game aims to entertain, educate, and develop the skills of African youth through this industry.”

FEJA 8th Edition Recap

The 8th edition of FEJA (FEJA 8) was held from November 15th to 17th, 2024, at Cosmos Yopougon, Côte d’Ivoire. It was an eventful three days packed with highlights.

Day 1: Opening Day

The event began with an opening speech by Sidick Bakayoko, the founder of Paradise Game. Additional speeches were delivered by Mr. Laurent Bonneau and Emmanuel Forsans, the President of the French Video Game Alliance. These remarks set the tone for the exciting days ahead.

Day 2: Panel Sessions

Two impactful panel sessions were hosted, both addressing key aspects of esports in Africa.

1. Social and Community Impact on Video Games: This session explored how video games can influence society and foster community development. The discussions provided actionable insights for integrating gaming into the broader social fabric.
2. Inclusivity in Gaming: This all-female panel tackled the topic of inclusivity in gaming, emphasizing the gender disparity in competitive esports. While casual female gamers are abundant, competitive representation remains low. The panelists highlighted the influence of women in the tech sector and shared strategies for promoting diversity in the gaming industry.

Day 3: Tournament Time

FEJA hosted participants from 10 African countries competing across 9 game titles, including EAFC, Street Fighter, and NBA 2K25.

• In Street Fighter, Nigerian pro gamer Chux emerged as the overall champion.
• In NBA 2K25, Levidepaul claimed victory.
• In Tekken8, Mood took the crown.

Each game featured prize pools and additional incentives, such as qualifications for the upcoming CAGE24 finals, which will take place on November 30th.

FEJA also partnered with Goethe-Institut Côte d’Ivoire to host a game creation competition (Game Jam), showcasing the creativity of African developers.

Future of FEJA

We eagerly anticipate future editions of FEJA, which promise to bring even more remarkable events, expand the esports ecosystem, and foster growth through tournaments and strategic partnerships.

For more information and inquiries, FEJA can be reached through their website or social media pages.