Eight women will represent Kenya at the 2022 Global eSports Championship scheduled to take place between Wednesday, December 14 to Saturday, December 17, in Istanbul, Turkey.
The Kenyan squad is dominated by varsity students, with Kenyatta University (KU) leading the list.
The players who will represent Kenya at the tournament include Barbara Maush (Strathmore University), Maria Kiuru (Horizon Esports), Evander Maina (Cooperative University), Magdalene Mumbi ( Alpha Clan) and Marion Muthoni.
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The KU trio of Yvonne Nkatha, Elinah Kemunto and Shirley Adema will also be on the plane to Turkey.
Some of the sports that these players will compete in include Street Fighter V, eFootball PES, Dota2, and PlayStation 5.
According to Ronny Lusigi, who is the team manager, the team is capable of producing good results in Istanbul.
However, their participation in the high-profile tournament hangs in the balance due to insufficient funds.
Speaking ahead of the games, Lusigi pleaded with the government and willing individuals to come to their aid.
“Our team is capable. We have the best gamers in the nation, and they train hard every day.
“However, we are short on resources. I urge the government and well-wishers to come on board and support us," he was quoted by Nation.
Somalia, Tunisia, Ghana and Nigeria are some of the other African nations expected to participate in this year's edition.
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