The inaugural PUBG MOBILE Africa Cup Grand Finals kick off in Kenya on September 13, with the Infinix GT 30 Pro serving as the official tournament device
HONG KONG, Sept. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Infinix, in partnership with PUBG MOBILE, today announced the launch of the inaugural 2025 PUBG MOBILE Africa Cup, with the grand finals scheduled to take place in Kenya on September 13–14. Marking PUBG MOBILE's first official large-scale tournament on the African continent, the event designates the Infinix GT 30 Pro as the official tournament device, delivering professional-grade performance for all participating teams. This milestone not only ushers in a new era for Africa's esports ecosystem but also underscores Infinix's strategic role in the global competitive gaming arena.
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