Astra, ITTI launch Ghana esports scholarship

An 80% scholarship for esports management just opened a massive door for Ghanaian professionals chasing global industry credentials.

Astra and ITTI team up in Ghana

• Astra Creatives Ghana LBG partnered with ITTI Sports Institute for an esports scholarship programme.
• Micdad Morgan and ITTI CEO Daniel Pinto Coma spearheaded the initiative.
• Their Master's in Esports Management and Gaming gets an 80% tuition cut.
• Training covers esports marketing, management, and event operations.

Why this matters for the region

• Morgan argues that African esports talent lacked access to global networks and education.
• Ghana's positioning could shift from spectator to regional professional hub.
• Applications target aspiring managers, content creators, and organizers nationwide.

Astra's broader global plays

• A Gen.G partnership sends Ghanaian enthusiasts to Seoul in August 2026.
• That seven-day Esports Adventure Program features intensive workshops and cultural immersion.

African esports momentum is building

• PUBG Mobile launched its first major continental push via the Africa Cup.
• Infinix signed on as the official partner and device sponsor for that event.