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The African story-telling scene has a new entrant in the form of a digital comic dubbed [comics.africa]Comics.Africa. The new platform is combining educational and entertainment aspects in a ...
African superheroes are emerging, as comic book creators from the continent seek to change the meaning of diversity, bringing relatable characters. IE 11 is not supported.
The work of 16 comic artists from seven African nations is showcased in an online-only exhibition, Afropolitan Comics. The French initiative, which germinated in South Africa, aims to show “what ...
Universal Studio Group’s UCP has partnered with Nigeria-based Comic Republic to develop a slate of TV series based on the Vanguards Universe. UCP to Adapt African Comics Into TV Shows ...
Vortex247, a Lagos, Nigeria-based African-centric digital comics platform, is developing the next generation of talent and content aimed at the African continent’s rapidly-expanding mobile ...
This was the Golden Age of comic books, when Americans voraciously consumed stories about superheroes, determined detectives and thrilling romances - yet very few featured African American characters.
The first part of the exhibition provides a solid foundation for African comics by honouring pioneers. Although ‘narrative images’ on the continent predate the 20th century (bas-reliefs, appliqués, ...
The global success of Black Panther has created opportunities for African storytellers delivering science fiction, fantasy, myth-epics and superheroes rooted in the cultures of the continent.
Fans will soon be introduced to a world of warring Gods in Dark Horse Comics’ new series Imbokodo, and we’ve got your exclusive first look! The creator-owned series is written by Thabo Rametsi ...
This was the Golden Age of comic books, when Americans voraciously consumed stories about superheroes, determined detectives and thrilling romances - yet very few featured African American characters.