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Africa’s Elite Teams Compete in Lagos for Esports Glory

The Carry1st Africa Cup 2025 Grand Finals will take place on August 30–31 at the D Podium International Event Centre in Lagos, Nigeria. The event will feature eight elite Call of Duty®: Mobile teams from across Africa competing for a $15,000 prize pool. Added is the chance to represent the continent for the first time at the Call of Duty®: Mobile World Championship 2025. This carries an $850,000 prize pool.

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Nigeria’s own Sierra7, fresh off back-to-back national championship wins, will battle against South Africa’s ParadoX. Others are Ghana’s Aura 233, Egypt’s Bear Clan, Kenya’s Delta eSports, Uganda’s Nondescript Gaming, and Senegal’s Sage Gaming.

Beyond Competition: Music, Entertainment, and Fan Activations

The Grand Finals promise more than just esports action. Spotify, the Official Music Sponsor, will energize fans with curated playlists. On the menu are live DJ sets, guest artist performances, and interactive fan engagement. Meanwhile, Mentos, the Official Chewing Gum Sponsor, will host a vibrant activation zone where fans can play, connect, and refresh throughout the weekend.

Guinness World Record Attempt Adds Global Spotlight

In a historic twist, content creator Mavis Lucky will attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the most selfies taken in three minutes. Fans both on-site in Lagos and online worldwide will have the chance to participate in this unique moment.

Africa Joins the Global Esports Map

This year marks a milestone as the Carry1st Africa Cup champions will advance to the Call of Duty®: Mobile World Championship 2025 for the very first time. This positions Africa as a rising force in global esports, showcasing the continent’s talent, culture, and community spirit.

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“The Carry1st Africa Cup is more than a tournament—it’s a celebration of African talent and global esports integration,” said Dominion Eromosele, Lead Growth Manager at Carry1st.

How to Watch the Carry1st Africa Cup 2025

  • Kenya: Live on K24 digital channels
  • Ghana: Coverage on GH One TV
  • Across Africa & Worldwide: Carry1st YouTube channel

Fans can secure tickets now at cup.carry1st.com for a weekend of high-stakes gaming, entertainment, and esports history.

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