Indonesia Tops 2024 National eSports Federation Rankings, Nigeria 56th

Iyke Bede 

The International eSports Federation (IESF) has announced its National Federations Ranking for 2024, with Indonesia leading the pack. Boasting 1949 points, Indonesia has solidified its status as a global eSports powerhouse. Myanmar and Poland follow in second and third places, with 1910 and 1833 points, respectively.

Among African nations, Egypt claimed an impressive 18th place, while Ghana secured 36th, showcasing the continent’s growing eSports presence. Nigeria ranked 56th, a position that highlights the country’s steady strides in the global eSports arena. Nigeria finished just above Azerbaijan in 57th place, while Hong Kong is 58th.

Hungary and Serbia rounded out the top five, with 1822 and 1821 points, respectively. Nepal achieved sixth place with 1814 points, continuing to demonstrate its emerging potential in competitive gaming.

The 2024 rankings reflect the increasingly global nature of esports, with countries across various continents making their mark. The IESF remains a key driver in promoting and fostering this growth, offering a platform for national federations to excel on the international stage.

According to an official press release by the IESF, while Indonesia earned the Overall Champion Award at the 16th World eSports Championship (WEC24), it was their unwavering commitment to promoting esports, supporting national teams, and maintaining professionalism throughout the year that solidified this recognition.