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. Five years later, we’ve done more than just train talent—we’ve built a continent-wide movement. A Pan-African Pipeline for Game Dev Talent Powered […]
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. This is the story of how a passion for art took me from the classrooms of Ile-Ife to the vibrant streets of Paris for an unforgettable […]
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. From vibrant in-game events to culturally rich content crafted by African developers, this feature is a bold celebration of innovation, identity, and the future of gaming in Africa.
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. And walk out with confidence, creativity, and a whole new appreciation for game development. From sketching characters to testing their first prototypes, these young talents brought ideas to life. […]
Game Up Africa Jam for Democracy 2024: The Power of Games Against Disinformation
In today’s digital age, disinformation poses a serious threat to communities and democratic values, with the intentional spread of false information eroding trust and disrupting society. To confront this issue, Maliyo Games is partnering with the U.S. Consulate General Lagos and the Global Game Jam to host the Game Up Africa Jam for Democracy 2024. […]
Maliyo Games Teams Up with Endless
Here at Maliyo Games, we thrive on partnerships. This is why we are thrilled to announce an exciting new partnership with Endless, a global network of companies, foundations, non-profits, technologists, and advocates who want to unlock human potential through technology. Since its founding in 2011, Endless has transformed lives through innovative tech solutions across the […]