The Otamatsuri Gaming Convention 2025 took place on Saturday, August 24, 2025, at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi, showcasing Kenya’s growing gaming community and leveraging advanced 5G connectivity.

• The event featured tournaments, casual play, and demos, highlighting a significant overnight Local Area Network (LAN) party.
• Safaricom, through its Chief Consumer Business Officer Fawzia Ali, was a key partner, emphasizing 5G's role in enabling experiences and supporting gaming culture.
• The convention underscored the importance of reliable 5G for competitive play, with organizer Jotham Micah and veteran gamer Murray Lidambiza crediting improved connectivity for the scene's professionalization.