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Team Silver led by Collins “Skarra” Manyame wins the Red Bull Locked In in Cape Town, South Africa on March 7, 2026. // Pregan Pillay / Red Bull

48 Hours of Apex Legends: Local gaming personalities battle for the Red Bull Locked In title

48 Hours. 120 Gamers. One Epic Comeback. Step inside the Bellville Velodrome for Red Bull Locked In, where South Africa’s top gaming talent pushed their limits in a gruelling…

The HONOR 200 Pro sets a new benchmark for mobile gaming

With incredible AI capabilities and outstanding features, the new powerhouse delivers superior gaming performance

MAIDSTONE, ENGLAND – APRIL 13: Ryan ‘Task Azi’ De Oliveira Bastos of South Africa and Shiaan ‘Shiaan1201’ Rugbeer of South Africa warm up prior to their match during Day 1 of FIFA eNations Cup 2019 on April 13, 2019 in Maidstone, England. (Photo by Dan Mullan – FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

Unlock South Africa’s potential in the global video gaming industry

The country’s revenue from the gaming industry was R7.3 billion in 2023. This can be increased by encouraging electronic sports and the development of local games as well as…

Aiden Markram – An emerging talent in South African cricket

The opening batsman has rapidly risen to prominence, leading from the front with his stellar performances

Benni McCarthy – One of the most celebrated figures in South African soccer

Through his playing and coaching career, he has left an inspirational legacy

How does the future of horse racing look in South Africa?

The sport is facing stagnation due to some challenges, but this can be turned around

How does the future of online betting look in South Africa?

Sports betting and online casinos in South Africa have experienced a surge in popularity in recent years

The soaring popularity of African esports tournaments and its lucrative opportunities

The infusion of African culture into the esports scene adds an extra layer of excitement

Every millisecond counts: Nigerian gamers have the potential to win on the world stage but are hampered by unstable power and slow speeds.

Milliseconds keep African gamers from esports dominance

Milliseconds keep African gamers from esports dominance

Virtual reality: The world of esports has grown exponentially from its perception as a smattering of geeky hang-outs to global mass-watched extravaganzas. (Getty Images)

Esports offer a brave new world

With stadiums shut, clubs and leagues are turning to the video games to stay relevant

There is a record prize pot of $33.7-million — and still growing — this week in Shanghai at The International, a world championship where players compete in Dota 2. (Getty)

Finished at 23, eSports players peer nervously into retirement

In the most frenzied eSports games, players can be finished by 23 because reactions supposedly slow after that