Kenya’s top three teams advance to the PMGO Africa Regional Final with a USD 14,000 prize pool
NAIROBI, KENYA — August 22, 2026 — RESCUE Esports have been crowned champions of the PUBG MOBILE National Championship (PMNC) Kenya 2026 after emerging victorious in a thrilling two-day national competition held at Mwai Kibaki Hall, Mount Kenya University (MKU).
The championship, held from August 21 to 22, brought together 16 of Kenya’s top PUBG MOBILE teams, with players battling for national glory and a chance to represent the country at the continental level.
RESCUE Esports finished at the top of the standings to claim the national title, while RUSH Esports secured second place and No Pressure finished third.
Kenya’s Top Three Teams
RESCUE Esports — Champions
RUSH Esports — Second Place
No Pressure — Third Place
The victory marks a major achievement for RESCUE Esports, who now carry the title of Kenya’s national PUBG MOBILE champions.
But the competition does not end at the national level.Kenya’s Best Head to the African Stage
The top three teams from PMNC Kenya 2026 will advance to the PMGO Africa Regional Final, where they will face leading PUBG MOBILE teams from across the continent.
The regional final comes with a USD 14,000 prize pool, giving Kenya’s representatives an opportunity to compete for regional honours while showcasing the country’s growing strength in competitive esports.
For the players, the tournament represents more than a battle for trophies and prize money. It also provides a potential pathway into professional esports, allowing talented gamers to pursue competitive careers and compete on an international stage.
“PUBG MOBILE has always been committed to investing in Africa and supporting its communities. Through professional esports, players are transforming their lives, building careers and stepping onto the world stage,” the organisers said.Infinix Supports Kenya’s Growing Gaming Scene
infinix served as the official sponsor of PMNC Kenya 2026, supporting the tournament and the wider growth of Kenya’s competitive gaming community.
The partnership highlights the increasingly close relationship between technology and esports, particularly among Africa’s young gaming community.
The championship brought together professional players, gaming enthusiasts, esports communities and emerging talent, further highlighting the continued growth of Kenya’s gaming ecosystem.
The Infinix GT 50 Pro was also put to the test during the high-pressure competition. The gaming phone features technologies including HydroFlow Liquid Cooling Architecture, a 144FPS Gaming Ecosystem, Pressure-Sense GT Triggers, an N1 Network Chip and a MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultimate processor.
It also comes with a 6,500mAh battery, 45W fast charging and 30W wireless charging.
For Infinix, its role as the official gaming phone partner for Kenya’s top PUBG MOBILE players represents an opportunity to demonstrate the device’s gaming capabilities in a demanding competitive environment.
With RESCUE Esports leading the charge, alongside RUSH Esports and No Pressure, Kenya will now look to the PMGO Africa Regional Final as the country’s representatives take their battle from the national stage to the continental arena
