Top 5 African Countries By Number of Gaming Startups in 2024
08 September 2025•
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Africa’s gaming industry is experiencing explosive growth, powered by mobile-first innovation, rising digital connectivity, and a booming youth demographic. In 2024, gaming revenues across the continent reached US $1.8 billion, marking a 12.4% year-over-year increase. According to Carry1st and Newzoo, Africa’s gaming market is now expanding six times faster than the global average, with over 32 million new gamers added in 2024 alone (For context, that’s like adding the entire population of Ghana or Peru into the gaming community each year).
Out of Africa’s estimated 349 million gamers in 2024, 304 million play on mobile — underscoring the overwhelming dominance of mobile platforms. The Continent is increasing its gaming population by 10% year on year, from the 317 million total gamers recorded in 2023, to 349 million in 2024. With smartphone adoption rising and payment systems improving, Africa is cementing its place as one of the fastest-growing gaming regions worldwide. Projections from Mordor Intelligence forecast Africa’s gaming market to reach US $2.39 billion by 2025 and US $4.14 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 11.62%.
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