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News, stories and insights from Maliyo Games: our games, our people and Africa’s growing games industry.
Breaking Barriers: Gaming Accessibility in Africa
Africa’s gaming landscape is diverse and vibrant, with millions of players participating in various forms of gaming, including mobile, console, and PC gaming.
Breaking Barriers: How African Women in Gaming Can Follow in Ada’s Footsteps
Did you know that the world’s first computer programmer was a woman? As we commemorate women and their role in society, let’s take a moment to celebrate icons of history and draw inspiration from the legacy of Ada…
Celebrating Women’s Day: Spotlighting the Brilliant Minds at Maliyo Games
As we celebrate International Women’s Day today, it’s important to recognise the remarkable women at Maliyo Games who are driving innovation, creativity, and excellence in the African gaming industry.
Childhood Influences: Digging Through the Roots of Our Career Paths
As a child growing up in Kenya, like many others, I eagerly awaited the Sunday newspaper for one reason – the Supa Strikas comics. This South African brand captured the hearts of children across the continent.
Discover the future of African gaming at GameUp Africa Monthly Meetup 2024! ✨
Maliyo Games is thrilled to announce the GameUp Africa Monthly Meetup 2024, a premier community event designed to ignite collaboration, share insights, and shape the future of the African gaming industry.
Embracing Afrofuturism: Maliyo Games’ Summer Game Jam Ignites the Future!
Hello, gaming enthusiasts! We are excited to announce the impressive lineup of games that have been submitted for the Maliyo Summer Game Jam which held from 24th July – 31st July 2023, themed “Afrofuturism.” The jam…
Essential Game Developer Resources for Indie Creators
In the heart of Lagos, Nigeria, a young game developer named Ifunanya had a vision that burned brighter than the scorching sun.
Explore the Dynamic Duo of XR and Mobile Games for Impact
Games have proven to be more than just a source of fun to a means to nurture creativity, hone problem-solving skills and even address real-world challenges.
Game-Changing Developer Training, GameUp Africa, Announces 2nd Edition
Press Release: GameUp Africa 2 has commenced its second annual bootcamp for entry-level game developers in Africa.
GameUp Africa 2023 Game Developers Bootcamp: Nurturing Innovation and Collaboration
The game landscape in Africa is evolving, and at the forefront of this transformation is the GameUp Africa 2023 Bootcamp.
GameUp Africa 2023: Empowering the Next Generation of Game Developers!
The gaming industry has been evolving at an astonishing pace, and Africa is no exception to this exciting trend.
Gaming in Education: Unlocking Potential and Bridging Gaps in Africa
The African continent is home to diverse cultures, languages, and educational systems. Despite the progress made in increasing access to education, many challenges persist.