
West Africa Gaming Convention 2027
TUA EVENTS LTD
About this Event
Experince the gaming experience at the West Africa Gaming Convention 2027 (WAGCON), from 28 April to 1 May 2027 in Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria. Gaming experts, esports competitors, game developers, iGaming operators, investors, and tech innovators will gather for this four-day event to discuss the future of Africa's gaming sector. WAGCON 2027 offers an engaging mix of conferences, exhibitions, esports competitions, networking events, and industry celebrations, providing a venue for finding new prospects, showcasing innovations, and building valuable business partnerships. The event will also be co-located with ABDS 2027 – Africa Blockchain Week.
Organised By
TUA Events Ltd is an event management company with headquarters in Nigeria that specializes in planning business events, conferences, seminars, B2B and B2C meetings, and networking opportunities.
WHAT IS WAGCON?
West Africa Gaming Convention is a major gaming, esports, and interactive entertainment event focused on Africa's growing digital entertainment industry. It connects game studios, esports organizations, iGaming operators, investors, technology providers, and content creators to share ideas, explore new technologies, and build partnerships. The 2027 edition expects over 2,400 delegates, 80+ speakers, and 120+ exhibiting brands and studios from more than 25 countries.
Event Highlights
- 2,400+ Expected Delegates from over 25 countries
- 80+ Speakers from gaming, esports and iGaming
- 120+ Exhibiting Brands
- Live Esports Action, gaming and industry showcases
- B2B Networking and potential business partners
Why Attend WEST AFRICA GAMING CONVENTION 2027?
- Build valuable connections with industry decision-makers
- Explore business opportunities in Africa's growing gaming market
- Discover innovations in Web3 gaming, AI and betting technology
- Present products and services to a targeted industry audience
- Learn about investment, regulation and market expansion
THE WAGCON 2027 EXPERIENCE
- VIP Leaders Dinner – 28 April: An exclusive networking dinner at Four Points by Sheraton
- Conference & Exhibition – 29–30 April: Two days of sessions, panels, exhibitions, esports and startup showcases at Lagos Oriental Hotel
- Industry After Party – 1 May: Celebrate and network at La Maison de Fahrenheit
- Co-located Industry Programme: Connect gaming opportunities with blockchain and digital assets
Main Key Tracks
WAGCON 2027 will cover 14 key content tracks, including:
- Mobile Gaming and Game Development
- Esports and Competitive Gaming
- iGaming and Sports Betting Technology
- Regulation, Licensing, and Policy
- Web3 and Blockchain Gaming
- Betting Payments and FinTech
- Game Publishing and Distribution
- AI in Gaming and Odds Analytics
- AR/VR and Immersive Technology
- Indie Studios and African Intellectual Property
- Gaming Investment and Venture Capital
- Monetization and Player Retention
- Community and Creator Economy
- African Gaming Studios and Global Markets
Don't miss West Africa Gaming Convention 2027, an essential gaming, esports, and Web3 technology event in Africa, discover new prospects, network with international innovators, and experience the future of African digital gaming.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the West Africa Gaming Convention 2027?
WAGCON 2027 is a four-day convention focused on gaming, esports, iGaming, sports betting technology, and interactive entertainment in Africa.
2. When will WAGCON 2027 take place?
The event will run from 28 April to 1 May 2027.
3. Where will the West Africa Gaming Convention 2027 be held?
The convention will take place across three venues in Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria.
4. Who is organizing WAGCON 2027?
The event is organized by TUA Events LTD, a Nigeria-based event management company.
5. Who should attend the West Africa Gaming Convention 2027?
Game developers, esports professionals, gaming studios, iGaming operators, investors, technology providers, startups, content creators, and industry leaders can benefit from attending.
6. What can attendees expect at WAGCON 2027?
Attendees can explore conference sessions, exhibitions, esports tournaments, startup pitches, networking opportunities, a VIP leaders dinner, and an industry after party.
Event Details
Location
Nigerian Institute For Oceanography And Marine Research, 3 Wilmot Point Rd, Lagos, Lagos 106104, Nigeria
Lagos, Nigeria
Date & Time
Apr 28, 2027 09:00 - May 01, 2027 18:00
Timezone: Africa/Lagos
Price
🆓 Free
Tags
Tickets
Blue Pass
$55.89
Benefits:
- • Gaming showcases
- • Networking opportunities
- • official after-party
Gold Pass
$260.81
Benefits:
- • Gaming showcases
- • Networking opportunities
- • official after-party
