MTN Ghana launches game developer competition

MTN Ghana has introduced a game developer contest to promote local innovation and showcase Ghanaian culture through digital gaming. Organized as part of the company’s 30th anniversary celebrations, the initiative aims to nurture indigenous talent and position the country to benefit from Africa’s multi-billion dollar gaming industry.

The competition features two categories: Industry Game Developers and University Student Game Developers. Finalists are competing for prizes including MacBook Pros, Galaxy Tabs, and iPhones, alongside mentorship and technical support to prepare their games for commercialization.

Yaw Antwi Boadu, Manager for Video and Gaming at MTN Ghana, stated the goal is to encourage the production of local content that reflects Ghanaian experiences. The company also plans to explore hosting winning games on its ‘Game Zone’ platform, allowing developers to earn revenue through customer subscriptions.