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Kenya's Bilal Mohamed wins the gamrX African Championship in Nigeria inspiring growth and international recognition for Kenyan esports talent.
Kenya’s Bilal Mohamed won the gamrX African Championship at the Landmark Convention Centre in Lagos, Nigeria marking a memorable international debut by defeating Nigeria’s Chukwudi Okoli 3-2 in a thrilling Street Fighter 6 final last weekend.
The 25-year-old outclassed Okoli with a blend of precision and resilience in a fiercely competitive five-round showdown, cementing his place as one of Africa’s rising esports stars.
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Mohamed credited the victory as a crucial milestone that motivates him to reach new heights in his esports career.
“The final was very tough and tight, but I managed to clutch it out and went to the final round,” Mohamed told Esports Africa News after his win.
“I am looking forward to going back home, training very hard, and hopefully getting more opportunities to travel.”
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Mohamed also emphasized the importance of further developing esports in Kenya, aiming to provide more talents with chances to shine internationally.
“I am looking forward to esports growing in Kenya and seeing more sponsors active in the scene and flying out players and supporting them. We definitely have a lot of talents in Kenya that are going unnoticed,” he added.
The competition featured participants from 12 African nations, including Tanzania, Senegal, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Uganda, Cameroon, Angola, and hosts Nigeria.
Mohamed’s triumph in this diverse lineup showcased not just his personal talent but the broader potential of Kenyan esports.
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Esports Kenya President Ronny Lusigi praised Mohamed's achievement as an encouraging sign for the sport’s growth and the federation’s mission to elevate Kenyan gamers.
“A very big congratulations to Bilal for what he has done. He has really proven that the Kenyan esports players have the talent to compete at the highest level. As a federation, it gives us the motivation to continue supporting our players to go and play abroad,” Lusigi said.
He continued, “This is just the beginning…we are going to support more of our players to play in international esports competitions, and Kenyans should expect more trophies… more international trophies.”
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Mohamed’s accomplishment has set an inspiring example for aspiring Kenyan gamers. He expressed his gratitude for the support and outlined his vision for the future.
“Winning this tournament means a lot to me, and it’s proof that hard work and dedication can really pay off,” he remarked.
“I believe in the talent we have back home, and I want to see more Kenyan players get the chance to compete globally.”
As the esports scene rapidly expands across the continent,Mohamed’s victory stands as a beacon for those looking to break into the competitive world of gaming.
With the ongoing support of Esports Kenya and similar organizations, the nation’s gamers are poised to make even greater strides in international tournaments.
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