Making a Living from Comics: Myth or Reality? Intro Many people dream of making a living from comics. Creating characters, telling stories, seeing their books in readers’ hands… on paper, it almost seems like the ideal life for an artist. And yet, as soon as you look at the numbers or hear from authors themselves, …
African anime: why is it taking so long? Intro “When are we going to get an African anime?” These days, the question keeps coming up everywhere. In chat rooms, in comments, in private messages And very quickly, expectations are running high. The audience wants to see African characters, different stories, and a fresh energy in …
Why Are African Comics Still Overlooked? Intro Comic books have long held an important place in the global cultural landscape. From American comics to Japanese manga and Franco-Belgian comics, the “ninth art” has created worlds that have become indispensable to millions of readers. Yet, amid this creative richness, African comics remain largely underappreciated. Even though …
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Why Black Superheroes Are Essential to Modern Pop Culture Intro For several decades, global pop culture has revolved around heroic figures who have become iconic. American comics, Japanese manga, science fiction films, and fantasy series have all contributed to creating characters capable of capturing the collective imagination. However, many readers often note that certain groups …
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Why African manga resonates strongly with the diaspora Intro African manga is beginning to find its place among a very specific audience: young people from the diaspora. This trend is quite understandable when you look at their environment. On the one hand, they grow up with manga. On the other, they are immersed in African …
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Creating an African manga on your own Intro Embarking on an African manga project as a solo artist means accepting a simple reality: there’s no one behind you to catch mistakes, pick up the pace, or take over when you hit a wall. Because everything rests on a single person: the writing, the art, the …
Why African culture is an endless source of fiction Intro When we create stories, we look for something that stands the test of time. A world that doesn’t lose its appeal too quickly, characters who can evolve, ideas that make you want to keep going. And African culture offers exactly that kind of ground. You …
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Muntu Warriors Anime: What You Really Need to Know Intro This is probably the question I get the most: “Why don’t you make a Muntu Warriors anime? Have you thought about adapting it in anime? It would look great as an anime. Are you planning to do one? With AI, it’s easy now, right?” On …
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Salon du Livre Africain de Paris 2026: A look back at the weekend Intro This weekend, I was at the Salon du Livre Africain de Paris (Paris African Book Fair). Despite some last-minute setbacks that affected the dates, the organizers managed to keep the event going. And judging by the atmosphere there… it was definitely …
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African comics and African manga: what is the difference? Intro When we talk about African comics or African manga, many people think they are the same thing. After all, they are both comics created by African artists… right? In reality, there is a real difference. Not only in the artwork, but also in the way …
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