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News, stories and insights from Maliyo Games: our games, our people and Africa’s growing games industry.
Nigeria eSports Survey: Building the Future of African Gaming
Nigeria’s gaming and eSports scene is experiencing rapid growth. With a young, mobile-first population and increasing access to digital platforms, the country is quickly becoming one of the most active gaming hubs on…
Turning Local Culture Into Global Gaming: Maliyo Games Featured by Google Play
When Google Play asks the question “How do you turn local culture into a global gaming hit?”, the answer is deeply rooted in Africa and Maliyo Games is proud to be at the centre of that story.
GameUp Africa Turns 5: Building Africa’s Next Generation of Game Developers
When we launched GameUp Africa in 2021, we had one bold goal: unlock Africa’s creative potential and equip aspiring game developers with the skills, mentorship, and opportunities to compete on the global stage.
Inspiring Tomorrow’s Game Developers — One Intern at a Time
At Maliyo Games, we believe in nurturing young African talent by introducing them to the exciting world of game development.
From Ile-Ife to Paris: My Journey as a Game Artist
I’m Marvelous Akinkunmi — a Fine Arts student at Obafemi Awolowo University, a 3D Artist at Maliyo Games, and a proud alumnus of the 2023 GameUp Africa Art Programme.
Maliyo Games Returns to Lagos Games Week 2025
There’s something electric about Lagos Games Week. It’s not just the buzzing crowds, the neon-lit controllers, or the smell of fresh popcorn in the air.
Maliyo Games Celebrates Africa Day 2025 with App Store Spotlight and Vibrant Game Updates
In celebration of Africa Day 2025, Apple is highlighting Africa’s creative excellence on the App Store and Maliyo Games is front and center with Crazy Ludo, Safari City, and Whot King.
Maliyo Games Junior Internship 2025
“I never knew making games could be this fun!” – Nima, Junior Intern, 2024 Last year, we watched wide-eyed kids walk into our studio with curiosity.
Let’s Build the Future of The African Games Industry Together
The African Games Developer Survey: Your Voice in the Future of African Games! Something big is happening in African game development. And we want you to be part of it.
Business Sweden Visits Maliyo Games in Lagos
A Cross-Continental Connection in the Heart of Lagos This week, we had the pleasure of hosting Business Sweden at the Maliyo Games studio in Lagos, Nigeria. 🇳🇬🤝 What started as a visit turned into something meaningful.
Maliyo Games at GDC 2025
🎮 New city. New stories. New opportunities. We’re back at Game Developers Conference (GDC) 2025, and this year, we’re taking things up a notch!
Maliyo Games & KPMG Release the 2025 Africa Games Industry Report
The 2025 Africa Games Industry Report is here! In collaboration with KPMG Nigeria, Maliyo Games is proud to present an in-depth exploration of Africa’s fast-growing gaming ecosystem.