As part of OTAKU FEAST, a cultural event organized by IPSMART and dedicated to promoting Japanese culture, anime, and gaming, the Malian Association for the Promotion of Esports Culture (AMPCE) once again confirmed its central role in structuring and professionalizing esports in Mali. Invited to support the gaming component of the event, AMPCE handled the technical and logistical organization of the esports tournaments, from setting up equipment to coordinating the competitions. This contribution ensured a smooth, fair, and competitive experience for participants and spectators, within a framework that was both cultural and entertaining. Beyond simply organizing tournaments, AMPCE’s presence at OTAKU FEAST is part of a broader initiative: to showcase local talent, popularize competitive video gaming, and raise public awareness of esports as a legitimate discipline. The competitions revealed numerous young talents in an atmosphere marked by emotion, passion, and fair play. For several years, AMPCE has supported these types of hybrid events that blend culture, entertainment, and digital innovation. By working within educational, cultural, and artistic settings, the association helps bring esports closer to the general public, while demonstrating that it can be a tool for expression, social cohesion, and opportunities for young people. As part of OTAKU FEAST, a cultural event organized by IPSMART and dedicated to promoting Japanese culture, anime, and gaming, the Malian Association for the Promotion of Esports Culture (AMPCE) once again confirmed its central role in structuring and professionalizing esports in Mali. Invited to support the gaming component of the event, AMPCE handled the technical and logistical organization of the esports tournaments, from setting up equipment to coordinating the competitions. This contribution ensured a smooth, fair, and competitive experience for participants and spectators, within a framework that was both cultural and entertaining. Beyond simply organizing tournaments, AMPCE’s presence at OTAKU FEAST is part of a broader initiative: to showcase local talent, popularize competitive video gaming, and raise public awareness of esports as a legitimate discipline. The competitions revealed numerous young talents in an atmosphere marked by emotion, passion, and fair play. For several years, AMPCE has supported these types of hybrid events that blend culture, entertainment, and digital innovation. By working within educational, cultural, and artistic settings, the association helps bring esports closer to the general public, while demonstrating that it can be a tool for expression, social cohesion, and opportunities for young people. OTAKU FEAST perfectly illustrates this vision: a space where Japanese culture, anime, and gaming converge, and where esports becomes a vehicle for discovery, learning, and professional development. AMPCE intends to continue this momentum by expanding its partnerships with schools, cultural organizers, and institutions to build a structured, inclusive, and sustainable esports ecosystem in Mali.