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E-Sports: KU student crowned Jumia FIFA 19 champion

Lugard Chakava, Head of TV, Audio and Gaming at Jumia congratulates and presents a trophy to Philip Kimani after winning the Jumia FIFA19 Gaming Challenge Cup [Courtesy]

Kenyatta University student Phillip Kimani topped 150 competitors to claim the Jumia FIFA gaming tournament, at the Thika Road Mall, on Saturday.

Kimani secured a 2-1 aggregate (decided on golden goal rule after 1-1 draw in first leg) victory over Boniface Maina to walk away with the prestigious trophy and Shs 50,000 in prize money.

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