The African eSports Championship opened on Saturday in Casablanca and will last until August 21, 2024, we learned. The city will transform into the true capital of African eSports, welcoming the continent's best athletes ready to compete for their nation's honor and a coveted place at the eSports World Championships in Riyadh next November. The event will begin in grand style with a spectacular opening ceremony on August 16 at the Mohammed V Sports Complex. This will be the prelude to a series of intense competitions that will see more than 180 athletes from 17 countries compete in five categories: CS2 Open, CS2 Women, MLBB Open, MLBB Women and PubG Mobile. These exceptional talents will highlight not only their individual skills, but also the rise of eSports in Africa. Access to this unique championship is free. To attend this historic event, register now at: https://bitly.cx/yCn0V. eSports is booming globally, and it is now Africa's turn to establish itself on the international scene. The AEC24, as the first offline eSports championship on the continent, marks a watershed moment, revealing the passion, talent and immense potential of African eSports. This historic event offers a clear vision of the bright future that awaits this discipline on our continent. The African Digital Sports Confederation (ACDS) plays a fundamental role in the unity of the continent around eSports. By organizing this first pan-African competition, ACDS strengthens ties between African nations and highlights the collective strength of the African eSports community. This event is much more than just a competition; it is a celebration of African solidarity, innovation and the incredible potential of eSports in Africa. As the best teams prepare to battle it out in Casablanca, this event promises to be etched in memories and pave the way for other equally exciting meetings on the continent. Join us in celebrating this exceptional moment for African eSports. Prepare to experience a tournament that will bring the eSports community even closer and mark an important chapter in its history. AIB with MAP The African Digital Sports Confederation (ACDS) in a nutshell The African Digital Sports Confederation (ACDS) is the unifying body for eSports in Africa. Founded in June 2023, ACDS now has 46 member federations spread across the continent. Its mission is to promote and develop digital sports in Africa, bringing together member federations to foster unity and cooperation through pan-African initiatives and competitions. ACDS strives to create a sustainable and responsible eSports ecosystem in Africa, playing a central role in shaping eSports governance standards and practices on the continent. Source: Burkina Information Agency