Unleashing African Talent: Maliyo Games’ Remarkable Journey at the Games for Change Festival 2024
Games for Change Festival is poised to be a landmark event, illuminating the transformative power of creative industries in global social impact. We are thrilled to announce that Hugo Obi, the visionary Founder and CEO of Maliyo Games, will be a distinguished speaker at the 2024 Games for Change Festival. This highly anticipated event, taking […]
Calling All Game Enthusiasts, Developers, and Artists: Register Now for the 2024 Maliyo Summer Game Jam!
Greetings, gaming enthusiasts! Maliyo Games is thrilled to announce the 2024 Annual Maliyo Summer Game Jam, a unique opportunity for game developers, artists, and creators to showcase their talents, innovate, and connect with a vibrant community of like-minded individuals. This year’s jam will take place from June 21st to June 28th, 2024, and we invite […]
Watch Video: Hugo Obi’s GDC Talk on “Creating African Talent for the Global Gaming Industry” Now Available for Free on GDC Vault
The Game Developers Conference (GDC) has long been a cornerstone for innovation and knowledge sharing within the gaming industry. Each year, it brings together some of the brightest minds to discuss the latest trends, technologies, and challenges in game development. Among the myriad enlightening sessions from GDC 2024 held in San Francisco, California from March […]
Hugo Obi at Africa CEO Forum 2024: Empowering Africa’s Creative Industries for Economic Growth
Africa’s private sector is poised for a monumental transformation, set to be fueled by innovation, entrepreneurship, and a resolute commitment to unlocking the continent’s vast potential. At the forefront of this movement is Hugo Obi, the visionary Founder and CEO of Maliyo Games, a Nigerian gaming company dedicated to crafting culturally relevant content for mobile […]
Maliyo Games’Marketing Internship: Bridging the Gap in Africa’s Games Industry
With a vision to support and nurture talent within the continent’s gaming sector, Maliyo Games announced a one-of-a-kind Marketing Internship. This transformative programme aims to bridge the gap in Africa’s games industry by equipping aspiring game marketers with the skills and expertise needed to thrive in this burgeoning field. Supporting Africa’s Games Industry Through projects […]
Maliyo Games Launches a New Edition of the Africa Games Developer Survey
LAGOS, Nigeria – April 17, 2024 – Maliyo Games, a leading pan-African game developer, today announced the official commencement of the highly anticipated Africa Game Developer Survey. The second year running, the survey captures key data from game makers across the continent. Scheduled for release on April 17, 2024, the Africa Game Developer sheds light […]
A Cosmic Celebration of Africa’s Gaming Brilliance
The Nairobi Game Development Center recently hosted an event that transcended the boundaries of innovation and creativity. This cosmic celebration left an indelible mark on us as a games studio and one that we hope does the same to the African gaming landscape. Unveiling Africa’s Gaming Cosmos: The starlit evening began with the unveiling the […]
Playtopia Festival 2023: A Celebration of Creativity and Innovation
Founded in 2018, Playtopia has quickly become Africa’s premier destination for Indie Games and immersive Arts, marking its presence as an annual celebration of creativity and innovation. The recently concluded Playtopia Festival 2023, held at the Homecoming Centre in Cape Town from December 7th to 9th, was a vibrant convergence of South African and global […]
Unlocking the Power of Play: Maliyo Games Launches Africa Games Industry Report at Africa Games Week
In a dazzling event at Cape Town, South Africa, Maliyo Games took centre stage at the VIP day of Africa Games Week to unveil a monumental achievement—the comprehensive “Africa Games Industry Report.” The event, held on November 29, 2023, began with Kristen from Nordicity presenting the report, shedding light on why the collaboration was crucial […]
Leveling Up at Africa Games Week 2023 – by David Sibato
Africa Games Week 6th Edition wasn’t just a conference; it was a three-day power-up for my game development journey. Every session, from workshops to Networking, felt like a skill boost, unlocking new levels of ambition and connection. Day 1: My quest began with “Funding Opportunities for African Game Developers,” navigating funding avenues with industry veteran […]