The 2025 Otamatsuri Gaming Convention brought together hundreds of gaming enthusiasts at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), transforming the venue into a vibrant hub of competition, creativity, and culture. The annual event, now one of Kenya’s most anticipated pop culture festivals, showcased the growing influence of gaming and entertainment in the country, featuring tournaments, cosplay, music, and diverse performances that drew in a youthful and energetic crowd.
Safaricom PLC played a pivotal role in powering this year’s event by providing 5G connectivity, ensuring that gamers experienced seamless online interactions with low latency and reliable speeds. The enhanced network made competitive gameplay more immersive and interactive, demonstrating the role of advanced connectivity in driving Kenya’s fast-growing e-sports and gaming culture. Safaricom emphasized that its support goes beyond speed, focusing on enabling experiences, connecting communities, and strengthening Kenya’s entertainment landscape.
The highlight of the convention was an electrifying LAN Party, where participants engaged in an all-night marathon of gaming across various genres. With blazing-fast 5G-backed connectivity, gamers brought their own PCs and consoles to compete head-to-head in nonstop action, creating an atmosphere that was equal parts tournament and festival. This immersive experience underscored how technology and culture intersect to foster vibrant, community-driven events in Kenya’s entertainment scene.
The convention not only showcased the rapid growth of Kenya’s gaming industry but also highlighted its broader cultural significance. Veteran gamers reflected on the evolution of the scene, attributing much of the progress to reliable internet connectivity that has enabled the rise of e-sports locally. With thousands in attendance, Safaricom’s network powering the experience, and growing interest from the community, Otamatsuri has reaffirmed itself as a major platform for gaming, anime, and pop culture in Kenya.
Safaricom 5G Fuels Kenya’s Largest Gaming, Culture Festival
