We will be exhibiting at this year’s Comic Con Cape Town with our gaming partner, RGB Gaming, to host an Apex Legends esports tournament and showcase our accredited qualifications, including our two new qualifications in gaming.
Comic Con Cape Town will take place from 27 April to 1 May at CTICC 2. This event is a celebration of individuality and pop culture, welcoming people from all cultural backgrounds, physical abilities, and personal identities. Enter a world of gaming, mingle with TV and film idols, and get the opportunity to purchase unique fandom gear and artwork. The event is a space for families to geek out together and connect with kindred spirits.
We are no stranger to taking to the stage and industry-leading events like Comic Con. As the largest esports league in the private higher education sector, 45 Vossie gamers will be competing on opening day, Saturday 27 April. These gamers are currently studying at our Eduvos Mowbray and Tyger Valley campuses. We believe participating in events like Comic Con Cape Town not only elevates Eduvos esports, but also opens doors to potential partnerships, sponsorships, and career opportunities for our students.
In an era where digital literacy and technological proficiency are paramount, gaming and esports stand at the forefront of innovation. Along with our esports offering, we have a gaming qualifications, a Higher Certificate in Information Systems (Game Design and Development) which will address the skills gap currently being faced by the gaming industry in Africa.
Beyond mere entertainment, gaming fosters critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and collaboration. These qualities are essential for success in today's dynamic world. Embracing gaming and esports in academia opens doors to interdisciplinary learning, where students can explore fields like game design, data analytics, marketing, and event management.
“Comic Con Cape Town provides an exciting platform to showcase the transformative potential of gaming in education, paving the way for a future where learning knows no bounds,” says Dr. Riaan Steenberg, Executive Director of Eduvos. At Eduvos, we are driven by our purpose of shaping potential, and providing opportunities for our students to grow and develop into future leaders.
“I believe in the powerful intersection of gaming and education,” says Jaco Sauer, CEO of RGB Gaming. “Through our strategic partnership with Eduvos, we are collectively shaping the future of esports in South Africa, fostering innovation, skill development, and endless opportunities for aspiring gamers and students alike.”
