For creatives, December is not just fireworks and celebrations. It is the sound of unfinished projects,…
Animation
African Filmmakers, This Is Your Stage! Ngalabi Short Film Festival 2026 Opens Submissions
Ngalabi Short Film Festival is turning ten and African filmmakers are being called to the spotlight.…
Beautiful but Empty: Are Nigerian Comics All Art and No Story?
Nigeria’s comic industry is bursting with visual talent, but many creators say writing is being sidelined.…
The Creative Delusion: Why So Many Artists Stay Broke
Across Nigeria and Africa, creatives pour heart and energy into animation, comics, music, writing, and film…
Otaku Connect Matsuri 2025: Nigeria’s Biggest Anime Festival Where Nigerian Vibes Meet Japanese Festival Magic!
From cosplay showcases and ramen-eating battles to fireworks, gaming zones, and cultural workshops, Otaku Connect Matsuri…
Animated Epic “David” Set to Shake the Global Animation Scene: A South Africa–U.S. Epic Arrives December 19
A new era of African animation is unfolding. David, the highly anticipated animated musical from South…
Gabriel Ugbodaga on Nigeria’s Animation Future: Talent Is Here, Training and Exposure Are the Gaps
Nigeria doesn’t lack talent what it needs is access. That’s the message from animator and filmmaker…
Freelancing is Killing Us: How a Young Animator’s Death Exposes the Dark Side of “Hustle Culture” in Nigeria’s Creative Industry
A young Nigerian animator has died from exhaustion after days of nonstop work, a tragedy that…
Why African Animation Festivals Are Becoming Global Gateways
African animation festivals like LIFANIMA, CANIMAF, and CTIAF are rapidly becoming global gateways, connecting creators to…
Japanese Film Festival Africa: Japanese Anime & Films Come Alive Across the Continent
Anime and Japanese film fans, rejoice! The second round of Japanese Film Festival Africa is streaming…
How Animation Is Transforming Nigerian Brands: The Rise of Animated Advertising
Animation has become a powerful tool for Nigerian brands, transforming the way companies communicate with their…