The FIFAe ecosystem has entered 2025 with a historic milestone, eclipsing 90 participating Member Associations across eFootball™ Mobile, eFootball™ Console, and Rocket League. Among these, a significant number of African nations have registered their presence, marking an important stride for the continent in global football esports.
Africa’s Representation in FIFAe 2025
Console
- Comoros
- Côte d’Ivoire
- Egypt
- Ghana
- Libya
- Madagascar
- Mauritius
- Morocco
- Nigeria
- Seychelles
- South Africa
- South Sudan
- Tanzania
- Zimbabwe
Mobile
- Comoros
- Côte d’Ivoire
- Egypt
- Eswatini
- Ghana
- Libya
- Madagascar
- Mauritius
- Morocco
- Senegal
- Seychelles
- South Africa
- South Sudan
- Zimbabwe
What This Means for African Esports
- Broadened Global Presence
With over 90 nations participating in the FIFAe ecosystem, a notable rise from the 84 involved in 2022, the expansion signals football esports’ growing universality. African nations, spanning North, West, East, Central, and Southern regions—have clearly embraced this shift. - Bridging Physical and Virtual Football
Countries like Nigeria, Egypt, and South Africa have long held notable positions in traditional football. Their participation in FIFAe reflects a growing appreciation for esports as a modern extension of the sport. Meanwhile, representation from nations such as Eswatini, Comoros, and South Sudan illustrates the reach and depth of esports interest across all parts of the continent. - Infrastructure and Talent Development
Entering both console and mobile categories, countries are showcasing diverse talent pools and media adoption. Mobile participation, especially prevalent in countries with higher smartphone usage, may serve as a critical cornerstone for grassroots esports growth and engagement in regions like West and East Africa. - Spotlight on Growing Esports Hubs
As FIFAe Finals advance later this year, including the World Cup series for eFootball (mobile & console) and Rocket League, Africa’s cliens are poised to push for qualification. Ghana’s explicit acknowledgment in the record-breaking ecosystem further emphasizes national federation support for esports.
A Call to Action for African Stakeholders
- Invest in Pathways
National football associations should establish structured qualifiers and domestic activations, elevating visibility for African talent while aligning with FIFAe’s expanding ecosystem. - Encourage Inclusivity
Safeguard equitable access for both console and mobile players. Given Africa’s mobile-first user base, ignoring the mobile tier would miss a considerable opportunity. - Forge Strategic Partnerships
Organizations across the continent, from federations to game developers, must collaborate to support players, create local tournaments, and ensure financial viability.
As FIFAe breaks barriers by uniting more nations than ever, Africa’s growing delegation signals not only interest but ambition. With the ecosystem’s global expansion, the continent now has the chance, if not the duty, to deepen its footprint in the future of football esports.
