Global Esports Federation

Establishing credibility, legitimacy and prestige for the world's esports community and beyond. #worldconnected

[Global Esports Federation @GE_Federation]

The Los Angeles 2026 Global Esports Games will move to Spring 2027.  

Los Angeles is the destination. Visit GEF website for Official Update.  

🔗 https://t.co/eQmmBsVgkr 

#worldconnected #GEGLA26

[Global Esports Federation @GE_Federation]

🔥 THE GEGLA26 MERCH DROP IS HERE!

Take a piece of the global stage with you.

As the world prepares to come together in Los Angeles, get your hands on official #GEGLA26 merchandise and represent the #worldconnected spirit.

The road to LA starts here. 🇺🇸

🛍️ Shop the collection: https://t.co/rt1OqcY47j

[Global Esports Federation @GE_Federation]

“The future contributors to GDP are gaming now.”

What will it take for governments and businesses to recognise the full potential of esports?

On the Good Game Club podcast, Global Esports Federation President & CEO Sir Paul J. Foster joins Jude Ower to discuss why he believes gaming’s most influential era is still ahead. They explore the careers opening up across the industry, what it means for young athletes to compete for their country, and how gaming communities can rally around causes they care about.

▶️ Watch the full conversation on YouTube

#worldconnected #GoodGameClubPodcast #GEGLA26

@pauljfoster_GEF | @playinthecloud

https://t.co/iQY9Txaxna

[Global Esports Federation @GE_Federation]

⏳ 30 DAYS TO GO

One month until Los Angeles welcomes the world for #GEGLA26 🇺🇸

🎟️ Tickets dropping soon, stay tuned.

#worldconnected #RoadtoLA

[Global Esports Federation @GE_Federation]

🌴 LA, HERE WE COME 🇺🇸

The flags are packed. The athletes are ready. The world is on its way.

This December, nations from every corner of the globe come together for the Los Angeles 2026 Global Esports Games. One city. One global stage.

📅 1-7 December 2026

📍Global Esports Arena LA, NantStudios El Segundo

#worldconnected #GEGLA26

[Global Esports Federation @GE_Federation]

🎮 50 days to the Opening Ceremony, 4 December. Los Angeles 🇺🇸

7 esports titles. 118 countries and territories in qualification. 400 athletes. 1 global stage.

This December, the world comes to Los Angeles to play, and to belong.

🔗: https://t.co/Jeya4iFgBU

#worldconnected #GEGLA26

[Global Esports Federation @GE_Federation]

🌴 LA, GET READY. THE WORLD IS COMING. 🇺🇸

Los Angeles. The World. One Global Stage.

🎟️ Tickets for the Los Angeles 2026 Global Esports Games are coming soon. Stay tuned.

#worldconnected #GEGLA26

[Global Esports Federation @GE_Federation]

The future is yours to build.

In Nairobi, Sir Paul J. Foster had the privilege of spending time with students at the Catholic University of Eastern Africa and sharing a simple belief: human ingenuity is our greatest natural resource.

The future will not be shaped by technology alone. It will be shaped by people who imagine, create, solve problems, build companies, develop new technologies, tell new stories, and turn ideas into something real.
Games can be part of that journey. So can education, technology, entrepreneurship, creativity, and innovation. The opportunity is bigger than any one industry.

Nairobi → Dubai → Los Angeles → The World.

At the heart of GEF's global #worldconnected vision are two Super Hubs: Dubai and Los Angeles. Dubai connects capital, government, technology, and commerce, while Los Angeles connects technology, entertainment, media, sport, games, and culture.

The ambition is to connect a great idea in Nairobi, and Africa, to that global ecosystem, creating pathways to technology, investment, media, markets, and audiences, while bringing knowledge, investment, and opportunity back to Africa.

Because #worldconnected is not simply about connecting places. It is about connecting human potential.

You do not have to inherit the future. You can build it.

Show us what you can build. We will meet you there.

#CelebrateHumanIngenuity #ExperienceCUEA #CUEA

[Global Esports Federation @GE_Federation]

A weekend of racing in Baku. 🇦🇿

As the 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix gets underway, we’re pleased to be on the ground with our Global Partner and #GEGLA26 Presenting Partner, @Xsolla .

And with #Ferrari heading to Los Angeles this December via #iRacing, the connection between the world of motorsport and esports continues.

#worldconnected #AllTheThings #BakuGP #F1 #Formula1

[Global Esports Federation @GE_Federation]

The global esports ecosystem is evolving, and the infrastructure behind it matters.

The @latimes takes a closer look at the GEF x @Xsolla partnership and what it means for the infrastructure powering a more connected global esports ecosystem.

#worldconnected #AllTheThings

🗞️: https://t.co/dxIJdLfJM7

@pauljfoster_GEF | @BerkleyEgenes

[Global Esports Federation @GE_Federation]

Congratulations to our Senior Advisor, Nicholas Aaron Khoo, on being awarded Singapore’s Public Service Medal (PBM) in recognition of his contributions to the community and public service.

Nicholas has long been a respected voice and thought leader in the esports community. From helping to advance the development of esports in Singapore and bringing major international competitions to the country, to contributing his experience and perspective as a Senior Advisor to the Global Esports Federation, he continues to bring together his deep understanding of technology, gaming and the wider ecosystem with a strong commitment to positive impact.

We are proud to have Nicholas as part of the GEF community and congratulate him on this well-deserved recognition.

#worldconnected

🗞️: https://t.co/0hUWFeIW68

[Global Esports Federation @GE_Federation]

A productive discussion between GEF President & CEO Sir @pauljfoster_GEF and Oman’s Minister of Culture, Sports and Youth on the rapid growth of esports and gaming, and the opportunities to strengthen their presence in Oman.

GEF looks forward to supporting Oman’s ambitions for esports and creating new pathways for talent, participation and opportunity.

#worldconnected #Sultanate_of_Oman

[وكالة الأنباء العمانية @OmanNewsAgency]

بحثُ واقع الألعاب والرياضات الإلكترونية وما تشهده من نمو متسارع عالميًّا، ومناقشة سبل تعزيز حضورها في #سلطنة_عُمان، أبرز ما تمّ خلال لقاء معالي السيد وزير الثقافة والرياضة والشباب مع رئيس الاتحاد العالمي للرياضات الإلكترونية.

https://t.co/FwBXP7uEoU

#العُمانية

[Global Esports Federation @GE_Federation]

Africa’s esports opportunity goes beyond competition.

Speaking with @IGIHE at the SportsBiz Africa Forum in Kigali, GEF President & CEO Sir @pauljfoster_GEF discusses Rwanda’s potential, Africa’s growing gaming ecosystem, and connecting young digital talent to global opportunity.

Africa to the world. 🌍

Watch: https://t.co/ImiFTI5bBa

#worldconnected #SportsBizAfrica #SBAconnect

[Global Esports Federation @GE_Federation]

“Esports is no longer just about gaming. It is a global industry creating careers, businesses, tourism and new opportunities for young people.”

We echo the ambition shared by Hon. Musalia Mudavadi, Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs of Kenya, following discussions with GEF President & CEO Sir Paul J. Foster, GEF Vice President Tommy Sithole, Esports Kenya President Ronny Lusigi and their teams.

With Kenya positioned as GEF’s esports hub in Africa and Nairobi set to host the first Global Esports Cup in Africa, we look forward to working with the Government of Kenya and Esports Kenya to turn this ambition into opportunity.

For talent. For innovation. For Africa. For the world. #worldconnected

[Global Esports Federation @GE_Federation]

Absolutely. Esports is turning talent into opportunity.

GEF is proud to work alongside the Government of Kenya and Esports Kenya as we build new pathways for young people, digital innovation, and livelihoods across Africa.

We’re here to work together and make it happen. #worldconnected

@pauljfoster_GEF | @MusaliaMudavadi | @ESF_Kenya

[Musalia W Mudavadi @MusaliaMudavadi]

Esports is turning digital talent into careers, opportunities and livelihoods.

[Global Esports Federation @GE_Federation]

We echo the words of Hon. Musalia Mudavadi and the ambition he has set out for Kenya.

Esports can open new pathways for young people, digital innovation, jobs, businesses and tourism. GEF is proud to work alongside the Government of Kenya and Esports Kenya to help realise that potential.

With Kenya positioned as GEF’s esports hub in Africa and Nairobi preparing to host the first Global Esports Cup in Africa, we look forward to working together to build new opportunities and connect Kenyan talent with the world.

The ambition is clear. Let’s get to work. #worldconnected

@pauljfoster_GEF | @MusaliaMudavadi | @ESF_Kenya

[Musalia W Mudavadi @MusaliaMudavadi]

Esports is no longer just about gaming, it is a global industry creating careers, businesses, tourism and new opportunities for young people. Kenya intends to be at the centre of it.

Held talks with Sir @pauljfoster_GEF , President of the Global Esports Federation (GEF), Mr. Ronny Lusigi, President of Esports Kenya, and their teams, following engagements with Government and private-sector partners.

I welcome GEF’s selection of Kenya as its esports hub in Africa, opening new pathways for jobs, digital innovation and monetising the talents of our young people.

Nairobi is also preparing to host the first-ever Global Esports Cup in Africa, an opportunity to showcase Kenya to the world, grow sports tourism and strengthen our creative and digital economy.

Our ambition is clear, make Kenya Africa’s home for the creative economy and turn talent into opportunity and income.

[Global Esports Federation @GE_Federation]

🇰🇪🌍 Kenya is ready to help shape the future of esports in Africa.

A productive morning in Nairobi with H.E. Salim Mvurya, Elijah Mwangi, PS for Sports, and the Esports Federation Kenya, exploring opportunities to grow Kenya’s esports ecosystem and connect African talent with the global stage.

The momentum is building. #worldconnected

@pauljfoster_GEF @TKaragrounas

[H.E Salim_Mvurya, EGH. @Waziri_Mvurya]

𝗣𝗢𝗦𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗞𝗘𝗡𝗬𝗔 𝗔𝗦 𝗔𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗖𝗔’𝗦 𝗘𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗦 𝗛𝗨𝗕

Kenya’s estimated gaming community of more than 11 million people provides a strong foundation for building a globally competitive esports ecosystem.

This morning, I was honoured to host Sir Paul J. Foster, President of the Global Esports Federation (GEF), at Talanta Plaza, alongside his delegation and the leadership of Esports Federation Kenya, led by President Ronny Lusigi.

I welcomed the Global Esports Federation’s vision to position Kenya as a regional esports hub for Africa, leveraging our youthful, digitally connected population and vibrant creative economy to unlock opportunities for young people in competitive responsible gaming, content creation, innovation and enterprise.

The Government is committed to supporting the responsible growth of esports, including exploring dedicated esports facilities and a modern arena, while positioning Kenya to host major global competitions such as the Global Esports Tour and Global Esports Cup.

I was accompanied by Elijah Mwangi, Principal Secretary for Sports.

[Global Esports Federation @GE_Federation]

🌍 Africa, we’re building together.

At Gamescom 2026 in Cologne, GEF President Sir Paul J. Foster and President of The African Confederation of Electronic Sports (CASE), Samba Bathily, signed an agreement to further develop our work, together.

It marks another important step in GEF’s journey to connect, empower, and grow the global esports ecosystem, with Africa playing an increasingly important role in its future.

#worldconnected #Africa #Gamescom