Government Engagement in Esports Gains Momentum in Ghana-CIVIL SERVICE GHANA ESPORTS
For many years, government involvement in Esports was viewed with doubt by many stakeholders within the gaming and Esports ecosystem. However, that perception began to change when the Ghana Esports Federation (GESF) received official recognition from the National Sports Authority (NSA) and the Ministry of Sports and Recreation. This recognition has renewed hope within the […]
Ghana Esports Federation President Attends World Phygital Community General Assembly and Phygital Sports Summit 2026 in Astana
The President of the Ghana Esports Federation (GESF), Mr. Igor Boumekpo, represented Ghana at the World Phygital Community (WPC) General Assembly and the Phygital Sports Summit 2026, held in Astana, Kazakhstan, as part of the opening program for the Games of the Future 2026. The gathering brought together national and international esports federation presidents, government […]
Ghana Esports Federation Holds National Esports Directive Stakeholders Meeting
Accra, Ghana – 20 June 2026 – The Ghana Esports Federation (GESF) has successfully held a National Esports Directive Stakeholders Meeting, bringing together key industry stakeholders, esports organizers, team representatives, arena operators, policymakers, and members of the media to discuss the future governance and development of esports in Ghana. The meeting highlighted the […]
Ghana Esports Federation Convenes Strategic Meeting to Strengthen National Esports Standards
The Ghana Esports Federation (GESF) yesterday convened a high-level strategic meeting to evaluate the current landscape of competitive gaming in the country and chart a definitive course toward a safer, more structured, and globally competitive ecosystem. The executive session brought together key institutional stakeholders to deliberate on critical regulatory and operational frameworks essential for safeguarding […]
The Ghana Esports Federation successfully hosted the second edition of the Phygital Basketball
The Ghana Esports Federation successfully hosted the second edition of the Phygital Basketball Tournament, where 16 phygital basketball teams competed in an exciting display of digital and physical excellence. The continued success of the Federation in organizing credible and competitive tournaments proves that, with increased support from the Government and the entire phygital community, this […]
The Esports Federation has formalized a partnership with Smac Sports Center through a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a regional Esports arena
The Esports Federation has formalized a strategic partnership with Smac Sports CENTER through a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a regional Esports arena. This initiative will significantly support the growth and development of the Esports ecosystem.” Gesf Communication
The Ghana Esports Federation successfully organized the 2nd edition of Phygital Football on 14–15 February 2026 at the University of Ghana.
A total of 16 Phygital Football teams from across Ghana competed in an electrifying showdown to determine the ultimate champion.Phygital Football uniquely combines digital and physical football testing players’ skills on the console and on the pitch.This innovative format blends technology and athleticism, delivering a thrilling experience for both players and fans.Out of the 16 […]
Government has allocated resources to initiate the development and proper organization of the Esports sector.
For far too long, practices that were once clearly wrong gradually became tolerated across several sectors of our national life. What began as isolated irregularities slowly evolved into a culture of informality and disorder. That era is coming to an end. Under the government’s Resetting Agenda, decisive steps are being taken to restore standards, rebuild […]
Ghana Esports Federation makes historic appearance at Ghana Olympic Committee Congress
The Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC) extended an invitation to the Ghana Esports Federation to participate in its congress held on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at the Theodosia Okoh Hockey Stadium in Accra. The congress unified various stakeholders in the sports industry, fostering discussions on Olympic values and sportsmanship. Diverse participants from the sports sector, all […]
GESF CONGRATULATES AFTER SIX ESPORTS TEAM
The Ghana Esports Federation (GESF) extends its warmest congratulations to After six Esports team on their triumph as champions of the inaugural Phygital Football National Tournament, held at the University of Ghana, Legon, on 17th and 18th January 2025. The team’s exceptional skill, teamwork, and determination have earned them a well-deserved victory, and we celebrate […]