Kisumu’s gaming community is buzzing with excitement as the FC 2025 Esports Gaming Tournament prepares to make its debut on Saturday.
The highly anticipated competition will be hosted at the House of Pain in Manyatta Slums, bringing together close to 100 gamers from across the region for a day of intense battles and electrifying entertainment.
Tournament Director Kevin Wambua confirmed that over 20 gamers from the Nyanza and Western regions have already registered, with more participants expected in the coming days. He emphasized that the event aims to highlight the untapped potential of esports in Kisumu while creating a platform for young gamers to showcase their skills.
“This tournament is about unlocking opportunities and showing that Kisumu has what it takes to become a major esports hub in Kenya,” Wambua said. “We’ve planned everything to ensure the event runs smoothly, from top-tier gaming setups to a well-organized program. However, to make this event even more impactful, we are appealing to sponsors to support us and help grow this industry.”
Wambua urged corporates and well-wishers to recognize the potential of esports, describing it as a multibillion-dollar industry that is yet to be fully developed in Kenya. “Esports is more than just gaming—it’s a lucrative industry that can create jobs and opportunities for young people in Kisumu and beyond,” he said.
The tournament will feature some of the most prominent names in Kisumu’s gaming scene, including Vokhe Mbweha, Cliff Terminator, Kevo Oppo aka Chiang Chiang, Vanty aka Glich, Raul, and Nigerian competitor King Karamor. Other notable players set to compete include George the Terminator’s Terminator, Speet, Bongez CK, Babab Voss, Kratos, Jim, Shaddy, Edmon the Constitution, Dr Ezra, Okeyo Scamidoz, Arno Polite, and JaSigana.
Kevo Oppo, one of Kisumu’s top gamers, shared his excitement about the upcoming event and his preparations. “I’ve been training for hours every day to make sure I’m ready. This tournament is a big deal for us, and it’s a chance to put Kisumu on the esports map,” said Kevo.
Despite the excitement surrounding the event, Wambua expressed frustration at the lack of support from the Esports Federation of Kenya (EFK). He criticized the federation for focusing primarily on Nairobi and sidelining regions like Nyanza and Western.
“Our gamers have the talent and drive, but they’ve been neglected for too long. It’s time for the federation to invest in these regions and give us the recognition we deserve,” Wambua remarked.
Responding to these concerns, Esports Federation of Kenya President Ronny Mamba praised the efforts of community organizers and assured that the federation is working to expand its reach across the country.
“Esports Kenya appreciates the great efforts that several video gaming communities are putting in to organize competitions, which contribute immensely to the growth of esports in the country. As a new federation, we are steadily expanding beyond the capital city, as seen in Mombasa and Nakuru this year.
In 2025, we’ll prioritize even more regions, including Kisumu, with a focus on sensitization and training to build capacity and empower players,” Mamba said.
With fierce competition, a lineup of talented gamers, and growing interest in esports, the Kisumu FC 2025 Esports Gaming Tournament promises to be a landmark event for the region’s gaming community.
