Building Africa’s gaming future
1 October 2026 · Labadi Beach Hotel, Accra
By MTN Ghana, in strategic partnership with Leti Arts.
MTN Gaming Conference 2026 was a one-day gaming conference by MTN Ghana, developed in strategic partnership with Leti Arts, designed to connect stakeholders across the gaming ecosystem and drive conversations around the future of gaming, esports, mobile entertainment and the creative economy in Africa.
Hosted in Accra, the conference was a platform for bold conversations, real opportunities and lasting impact across the African games ecosystem.
Africa is not only a gaming market. Africa is building games, talent, platforms and new possibilities.
A one-day ecosystem event focused on the growth of gaming in Ghana and across Africa, connecting talent, industry, capital and communities to build a stronger, more inclusive and globally competitive African gaming future.
56 speakers. 21 main-stage sessions. 3 workshops. One day in Accra.
30 September 2026. The day before the conference, speakers toured Accra, from kente weavers and game studios to the city's landmarks, and ended the evening at a speakers' mixer with the MTN and Leti Arts teams at MTN House.
The speakers’ mixer at MTN House, with the MTN and Leti Arts teams.
MTN signed a memorandum of understanding with Ashesi University, MiTale and Leti Arts for the Virtual Lab 2026, announced on stage by Patrick Awuah, Founder and President of Ashesi University, and Yaw Antwi Boadu of MTN Ghana.
MTN and Leti Arts unveiled the MTN Gaming Academy, an initiative for aspiring game developers, presented by Eyram Tawia, Co-Founder and CEO of Leti Arts.
The day also launched the Leti Arts × MTN Game Challenge, inviting African developers to turn their ideas into games.
A powerful line-up of leaders, creators and changemakers sharing insights, ideas and opportunities for Africa’s gaming future.
Welcome and setting the stage for Africa's gaming future.
Keynote
Ibrahim Misto
Driving opportunity, infrastructure and inclusive growth.
Keynote
Stephen Blewett
Leti Arts presents the journey and outlook for African gaming.
Keynote
Eyram Tawia
How games drive learning, inclusion and social impact across Africa.
Panel
Edson Sinjirani, Yoonjung Lera, TriForce Johnson, Glenn Gillis, Otema Yirenkyi
Moderated by Osemudiamen Ebhohimen
Lessons from Zynga on mobile-first impact in Africa.
Keynote
Amelia Avery-Bradley
Developing the next generation of game creators in Ghana.
Panel
Angela Owusu-Ansah, Natasha Skult, Mantey Caleb, Yaw Antwi Boadu
Moderated by Gordon Adomdza
Special announcement and stage moment.
Stage moment
Patrick Awuah, Yaw Antwi Boadu
Cross-border insights on growing Africa's gaming ecosystem.
Panel
Teddy Kossoko, Odile Limpach, Madiba Guillaume Olivier, Christopher Adomako Jnr
Moderated by Ato Ulzen-Appiah
Exploring gaming's role in shaping Ghanaian cultural identity.
Panel
Hélène Geneau-Okutue, Jérémie Desjardins, Meli Mansu, Mickaël Newton
Moderated by Christopher Kwesi Appiah
Unveiling the academy initiative for aspiring game developers.
Stage moment
Eyram Tawia
Strategies for connecting with Africa's growing gamer base.
Panel
Mickaël Newton, Kwesi Hayford, Maximus Ametorgoh, Gamer Girl Nica
Moderated by Caleb Yoa Agbenyega
Growing esports from grassroots to a sustainable industry.
Panel
Venus Tawiah, Eyram Jabulani Edudzi, Herbert Henry Krakue, Bruce Knox
Moderated by Doreen Dabi-Diamond
Exploring creative tools and player-driven content creation.
Stage moment
Brian Gu, Charles
Insights on scaling mobile games across global markets.
Panel
Amelia Avery-Bradley, Deborah Mensah-Bonsu, Allan Cudicio, Dominion Eromosele
Moderated by Robertson Nortey
How AI is transforming game development workflows.
Stage moment
Emil Chen, Wendy Xu
Designing inclusive games that represent diverse African experiences.
Panel
Farida Bedwei, Michelle Ferrari, Maame Adjei
Moderated by Osemudiamen Ebhohimen
Turning African narratives into internationally successful game franchises.
Panel
Dean Gichukie, Teddy Kossoko, Andy Korshie, Francis Brown
Moderated by Nehemiah Yelu Attigah
Navigating the path from game development to market launch.
Panel
Bruce Mitchell, George Togkas
Cross-industry collaboration driving Ghana's creative future.
Panel
Juliet Asante, Chief Moomen, Amerado, Clara Pinhede
Moderated by Alain Gbeasor
A fireside conversation on Africa's path to global gaming leadership.
Fireside chat
Eyram Tawia, Odile Limpach
Final remarks, key takeaways and media engagements.
Keynote
Bless Sefenu
Hands-on sessions, expert-led discussions and practical skills across three dedicated tracks, designed to help Africa's gaming ecosystem grow, create and make an impact.
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
Practical tools for African game teams from prototype to launch.
12:20 PM – 1:05 PM
How to navigate building teams and collaboration in the ecosystem.
2:00 PM – 2:40 PM
Creating African maps and playable experiences in World of Wonder.
A diverse lineup of leaders, creators, innovators and changemakers shaping the future of gaming in Africa and beyond.
Select a speaker to see their “I spoke at” card.
Stephen BlewettMTN GhanaChief Executive OfficerSession: MTN CEO Address
Ibrahim MistoMTN GhanaChief Digital OfficerSession: MTN CDO Address
Odile LimpachSpielFabriqueCo-Founder; Professor, Cologne Game LabSession: Building the Ecosystem: Learnings from Senegal, Nigeria, Cameroon & Beyond
Chief MoomenBambu Heritage ProductionsFounder & Chief Creative OfficerSession: Games, Music, Film & Performance: Building Ghana's Next Creative EconomyDiscover. Play. Connect.
A curated exhibition of games, studios, partners and innovations from across Ghana and Africa, where visitors met creators, played new games, tried immersive technologies and learned about opportunities in the gaming ecosystem.
Samsung
Penrose
Games Connect Africa
Playful Obscura
Narratify
GAGX, Gamers Association Ghana
Organized Khaos
Goethe-Institut
Child in Tech
STEMAIDE Africa
Relu Interactives
PlayProvince
The conversations at MTN Gaming Conference 2026 don't end here. They're the beginning of more opportunities, collaborations and growth for Africa's gaming ecosystem.
Turn your ideas into games. Join post-conference challenges, game jams and showcase opportunities for African developers.
Connect with industry leaders through ongoing mentorship programmes, internships and fellowship opportunities.
Access resources, tools and partnerships to help African studios grow, publish and take their games to global markets.
Selected games and projects from this year's event will be featured in upcoming showcases, both locally and internationally.
Courses, workshops and the new MTN Gaming Academy, for young Africans who want to make games.
MTN Gaming Conference 2026 was made possible by the people who worked behind the scenes to turn an idea into an experience, from strategy and programming to production, design, partnerships, communications and on-the-ground coordination.
Their time, creativity and commitment brought together the speakers, creators, partners, experiences and conversations that shaped this year's conference.
To everyone who helped build it, thank you.
