Gamathon Is Back
October 26th - 31st, 2026
Africa's premier Games, Animation & Interactive Media Festival.
Discover new worlds. Meet the people building them. Play, learn, connect and create.
7 years of Ecosystem development
15K +
Attendees Engaged
$200K+
Equity-free Finance Disbursed
1X
Industry Report, Map & Documentary
50+
Industry Partners
100 +
Projects Showcased
2K+
Scholarships offered
15+
African Countries Represented
10M+
Media & Digital Impressions
See What Happens When Africa’s
Creative Community Comes Together
Don’t take our word for it. Watch the highlights.Experience the energy, creativity, games, people and unforgettable moments that makes the Gamathon one of Africa’s most exciting gatherings for games and interactive media.
Six days. Thousands of possibilities.
One incredible community.
Whether you’re here to learn, network, pitch, invest, showcase, or simply have a great time, Gamathon is the place to be.
Industry Dinner
Delegates + VIP
“Have a private dinner with industry leaders,our partners and leading creators in the sector. Share your story..”
Workshops & Masterclasses
Creators & Enthusiasts
“Get hands-on with practical workshops and turn your ideas into playable experiences.”
City Tour
Delegates + Leaders
“Explore Lagos , the cultural and creative capital that continues to inspire a new generation of African creators.”
Women in Games Mixer
Female Creatives Only
“A private luncheon for women in Games, animation, XR and comics to connect alongside other female leaders in business. ”
Industry Day
Open to Everyone
“One room. An entire ecosystem. Industry panels, exhibitions, showcases, networking, gaming competitions, business conversations and more. ”
After Party
Ntai Rave by Aniwe
“This year, the plan it so spend halloween night under the full moon surrounded by Anime fans having a rave in cosplay”
Get involved
There’s More Than One Way to Be Part of Gamathon
Exhibit your Works
Put your creation in front of the people who matter.Showcase your project to hundreds of diverse audiences, industry professionals and potential collaborators.
Share your Knowledge
Submit a proposal to speak at Gamathon and share your knowledge with developers, creators, entrepreneurs, students and industry leaders from across the continent.
Become a Sponsor
Put your brand at the centre of Africa’s creative ecosystem. Build meaningful relationships, support emerging talent and create experiences that audiences remember.
What our partners say
Quentin Valembois
YouTuber and CEO of Valem Studio, creating educational content and immersive experiences for the community.
Shadi Nayyer
Head of Ecosystem Growth at Meta, supporting developers, creators and companies building the future of .
Dilmer Valecillos
Developer Advocate and immersive technology educator, helping creators build compelling mixed-reality experiences.
We are Powered by People
Who Believe in Africa's Creative Future
Special Thanks to Our Sponsors & Partners
Don't Just Take Our Word For It
Here’s What the Gamathon Community Has to Say
Your turn!. Come experience Gamathon for yourself.
In the media
We can’t wait to host you!
Africa’s Games, Animation & Interactive Media Community Is Coming Together. Come meet the people building Africa’s creative future.discover the next big African game. Come learn something new, find your next collaborator and be part of the story.
Have a question?
For questions about tickets, programming, partnerships, exhibitions or speaking opportunities, reach out to our team.
