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PUBG MOBILE Goes All-In for Africa: Local Servers, Cultural Features, and a Future Built Together
PUBG MOBILE, one of the world's most popular mobile games, is deepening its commitment to African players with a groundbreaking set of upgrades, cultural integrations, and continent-wide community initiatives. With the rallying call 'For Africa, By Africa,' this latest expansion delivers not just better gameplay—but a stronger sense of identity and pride for African gamers. Over the past year, PUBG MOBILE has actively listened to its passionate African fanbase, addressing concerns ranging from latency issues to the desire for cultural representation in-game. Today, the brand is proud to unveil a robust suite of enhancements made with and for African players. 1. Local Servers Now Live: Smoother Gameplay, Faster Matches For the first time ever, PUBG MOBILE has launched dedicated local servers in Nigeria and South Africa, drastically improving latency, connection stability, and overall gameplay quality for millions of African users. 'We understand that stable, smooth gameplay is critical for competitive players and always prioritize the needs of our African community. Brian Gu, head of PUBG Mobile Africa, said 'To continuously optimize your experience, we've introduced a Server Node Selection feature based on diverse African player needs. Through a dedicated matchmaking interface, you can choose whether you want to compete within Africa or challenge global players rapidly, with a one-tap solution that delivers a faster, more stable connection – because you deserve millisecond-precise responsiveness' [1] This milestone makes PUBG MOBILE one of the first global games to invest in African server infrastructure, reinforcing its commitment to long-term regional growth. 'Looking ahead, we're focused on enabling seamless cross-border matchmaking between players in our vast African community'. 2. Maasai Shuka(Clothing): Culture Worn with Pride In celebration of African heritage, PUBG MOBILE introduces a stunning new Maasai-themed outfit in-game. Inspired by the bold colors, patterns, and traditions of one of Africa's most iconic tribes, this feature brings cultural expression directly into the battlefield—where pride meets play.
Yahoo
14-03-2025
- Yahoo
British man killed by president's convoy in Kenya hit-and-run
A British man has been killed in a hit-and-run incident involving a vehicle in the motorcade of Kenyan President William Ruto. The man, who has been named as 79-year-old Edgar Charles Frederick, died on Thursday after being struck in the accident on a main road in the capital, Nairobi. Police detained a driver, who has since been released on bail. They say he was driving a support vehicle that was travelling as part of President Ruto's official convoy of cars. Police spokesman Michael Muchiri told the BBC that Mr Frederick had been visiting Kenya to see his sister and nephew who are residents of the country. The victim's next-of-kin have been informed, and a post-mortem is likely to be conducted later on Friday. The police said the driver, who failed to stop after the incident, would appear in court following an investigation. A spokesperson for the UK High Commission said officials were aware of the reports and were seeking more information. Videos posted on social media show a man in blue jeans and a light-coloured shirt lying bleeding on the road outside a busy shopping area. Other pictures show the victim covered in a checked shawl, known locally as a Maasai Shuka. Mr Muchiri told the BBC the vehicle belonged to the regional administration and was providing support to the presidential detail. President Ruto held events in the vicinity of the scene on Thursday as part of ongoing political engagements with the public in the capital. President's church donation sparks Kenyan clashes Kenya receives 17 rare antelopes from the US The Kenyans saying no to motherhood and yes to sterilisation Kenya eases travel requirements for nearly all African visitors Go to for more news from the African continent. Follow us on Twitter @BBCAfrica, on Facebook at BBC Africa or on Instagram at bbcafrica Africa Daily Focus on Africa
Yahoo
14-03-2025
- Yahoo
British man killed by president's convoy in Kenya hit-and-run
A British man has been killed in a hit-and-run incident involving a vehicle in the motorcade of Kenyan President William Ruto. The man, who has been named as 79-year-old Edgar Charles Frederick, died on Thursday after being struck in the accident on a main road in the capital, Nairobi. Police launched an investigation and have arrested the driver of a support vehicle that was travelling as part of President Ruto's official convoy of cars. Police spokesman Michael Muchiri told the BBC that Mr Frederick had been visiting Kenya to see his sister and nephew who are residents of the country. The victim's next-of-kin have been informed, and a post-mortem is likely to be conducted later on Friday. The police said the driver, who failed to stop after the incident, would appear in court following an investigation. A spokesperson for the UK High Commission said officials were aware of the reports and were seeking more information. Videos posted on social media show a man in blue jeans and a light-coloured shirt lying bleeding on the road outside a busy shopping area. Other pictures show the victim covered in a checked shawl, known locally as a Maasai Shuka. Mr Muchiri told the BBC the vehicle belonged to the regional administration and was providing support to the presidential detail. President Ruto held events in the vicinity of the scene on Thursday as part of ongoing political engagements with the public in the capital. President's church donation sparks Kenyan clashes Kenya receives 17 rare antelopes from the US The Kenyans saying no to motherhood and yes to sterilisation Kenya eases travel requirements for nearly all African visitors Go to for more news from the African continent. Follow us on Twitter @BBCAfrica, on Facebook at BBC Africa or on Instagram at bbcafrica Africa Daily Focus on Africa
