Africacomicade Gamathon returns to Nigeria for its main events bringing together Africa’s largest community of game developers, XR creators, digital artists, and creative innovators. Over the course of one week, the Gamathon transforms into a melting pot of talent, ideas, and opportunities designed to push Africa’s creative economy forward.

The Gamathon is not just an event, it’s a movement. It’s where creativity meets technology, where developers and storytellers build together, and where investors, policymakers, and industry leaders discover the power of Africa’s gaming and digital ecosystem.

Event Highlights :
🎮 Game Jam & Playtests
💡 Conferences & Panel Discussions : Thought leaders and industry experts will take the stage to discuss funding, distribution, emerging technologies, and how African creators can thrive in the global market.
🎨 Workshops & Masterclasses:  From game design to XR, animation to storytelling, hands-on sessions with experienced mentors will help participants level up their skills.
🤝 Networking and Genuine Connections: Meet and connect with publishers, studios, investors, and partners eager to collaborate and invest in Africa’s creative future.
🌍 Showcases & Exhibitions:  A spotlight on the best African-made games, XR experiences, and creative tech projects, giving creators the platform to shine and audiences the chance to experience innovation first-hand.
🎶 Community & Culture:  With side attractions like art installations, live music, and cultural showcases, Gamathon blends Africa’s creativity and heritage with global tech innovation.

The 5th edition of Africa’s most beloved Indie Games & Immersive Arts Festival and Summit is here! 🎮🎨

Playtopia 2025 is more than a festival  it’s a vibrant gathering of the African game development community alongside global creators. Together, we celebrate, exhibit, and exchange knowledge around one of the world’s most exciting and fast-growing artistic industries: indie games and immersive arts.

What to Expect:

 Indie game showcases from Africa and beyond
 Immersive art exhibitions pushing the boundaries of creativity and tech
 Talks & panels featuring industry leaders and trailblazers
 Workshops & knowledge-sharing sessions for aspiring and professional creators
 Performances and interactive experiences blending art, play, and culture
 Networking & community connections designed to grow the African creative ecosystem

We’re hyped to bring you the 8th edition of Africa Games Week (AGW25)! This year’s theme, “Shaping Our Future in Games,” sets the stage for an event that unites developers, publishers, investors, and industry leaders from across Africa and the world.

AGW25 is more than a conference, it’s a movement to grow the African gaming ecosystem. By working together, we can break the mold and do things our way through cutting-edge innovation, alternative funding pathways, and pioneering pipelines that position Africa at the heart of the global games industry.

Key Highlights:
🎤 Global speakers bringing industry expertise to the stage
💡 Insightful panels on African gaming growth and sustainability
🛠️ Workshops covering all aspects of running a game studio
🤝 B2B matchmaking and networking with decision-makers and partners

The Lusaka Comic Convention is back  bigger, bolder, and bursting with creativity! Get ready for Zambia’s premier celebration of comics, gaming, cosplay, and pop culture.

More than just a convention, Lusaka Comic Con is a community movement that unites artists, fans, storytellers, gamers, and creators on one exciting stage. With a spirit of creativity and collaboration, the convention showcases the best of Zambia’s growing pop culture scene while connecting it to the global stage.

✨ It’s more than a convention — it’s a celebration of creativity and fandom in Zambia.

This year, the Abuja Comic Art Convention returns bigger and better than ever! Get ready for an unforgettable celebration of comics, art, gaming, and creativity.

More than just an event, the convention is a movement bringing together comics, art, pop culture, music, and film on one vibrant stage. With the 2025 theme, “Collaboration Over Competition,” the convention shines a spotlight on the power of unity, community, and shared creativity.

✨ It’s more than a convention , it’s a creative movement. GET YOUR TICKETS NOW!

Fak’ugesi is at the forefront of Africa’s culture and technology scene, uniting creators, innovators, and audiences in a powerful celebration of digital creativity.

This year’s 3-day festival (9–12 October) will ignite Johannesburg with an electrifying program of showcases, expos, conferences, workshops, and live experiences. From tech to art, music to innovation, Fak’ugesi is where Africa’s creative future takes center stage.

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