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 has always believed that African stories deserve a front-row seat in the global gaming industry, and this time, we’re not just attending, we’re stepping onto the big stage. Our […]
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. Officially launched at KPMG Nigeria’s headquarters, this report is a major milestone in African gaming, bringing much-needed attention to the industry and opening doors to new audiences who […]
Celebrating Excellence: Winners of the GameUp Africa Jam for Democracy 2024
What happens when creativity meets purpose? The result is innovation that can transform societies. The GameUp Africa Jam for Democracy 2024 proves this, showcasing how games can address pressing social issues. Over two weeks, talents from Nigeria, Ghana, and Kenya collaborated to create gaming concepts designed to counter malign influence. This event highlights the immense […]
Hugo Obi Keynotes the 2025 Global Game Jam
The 2025 Global Game Jam (#GGJ2025) brought together tens of thousands of game developers worldwide to create, innovate, and collaborate. At the heart of this event was a moment of pride for Maliyo Games. Our CEO, Hugo Obi, delivered the keynote address, setting an inspiring tone for this year’s jam. A Celebration of Creativity and […]
Maliyo Games Launches the 2025 Africa Games Industry Report
We are excited to announce the launch of the 2025 Africa Games Industry Report, a groundbreaking resource that delves into the transformative growth and potential of Africa’s gaming sector. As the gaming industry continues to expand globally, this report highlights Africa’s unique contributions, challenges, and opportunities, positioning the continent as a key player in the […]
Maliyo Games Wins Big at the FNB App of the Year Awards 2024!
We’re excited to share that Maliyo Games made waves at the 2024 FNB App of the Year Awards in Johannesburg, South Africa! This prestigious event recognizes the most innovative, impactful, and user-friendly mobile apps, and we couldn’t be prouder to see two of our games—Disney IwájĂş: Rising Chef and Secret Letter—nominated in the same category. […]
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 at GamesFirst Helsinki 2024: An insight into Supercell
Earlier this year, in August, Supercell extended an invitation to studios from emerging markets in Africa, Latin America, Asia, and Oceania to attend Games First 2024. Maliyo Games was honoured to be selected as one of the representatives from the global south. “We’re pleased to announce that after reviewing more than 100 applications, we have […]
Inside Maliyo Games’ Marketing Internship: A Journey of Growth, Games, and Grit
What does it take to make a meaningful impact in the fast-evolving world of African mobile games? For the ten marketing interns chosen from nearly 700 applicants to join Maliyo Games, it meant embracing the thrill, facing new challenges head-on, and diving deep into an industry where creativity and storytelling thrive. This internship wasn’t just […]
Maliyo Games Brings the Challenge to the Mobidictum Conference 2024
Maliyo Games was well-represented at the Mobidictum Conference in Istanbul, Turkey, which took place on October 15-16, 2024. Our CEO, Hugo Obi, took the stage to discuss “Emerging Markets: The Last Pockets of Growth,” highlighting the incredible potential of the gaming industry across Africa and other burgeoning markets. The Epic Mobidictum Challenge Alongside the conference […]