Unlocking the Potential of African Gaming: Maliyo Game’s Journey at the Game Developers Conference
The Game Developers Conference (GDC) in San Francisco, California from March 18-22, 2024 is abuzz with excitement as industry leaders and enthusiasts gather to explore the future of gaming. Among them is Hugo Obi, CEO of Maliyo Games, whose journey from the heart of Africa to the global stage is set to inspire and enlighten […]
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. From game developers to program coordinators, these women embody strength, expertise, and brilliance, contributing to the team’s success. The Powerhouses Behind the Scenes Behind every successful […]
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 […]
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. Set to kick off in February 2024, this monthly gathering will bring together game developers, programmers, artists, designers, storytellers, and enthusiasts for an immersive […]
The Role of eSports in African Mobile Gaming: A Revolution in Progress
The Mobile Gaming Revolution Africa is home to a rapidly growing mobile gaming market, driven by increased smartphone penetration and affordable data plans. Mobile games have become a popular source of entertainment and social interaction, transcending age, gender, and socioeconomic backgrounds. This shift has created a fertile ground for eSports to flourish. One of the […]
Maliyo Game Art Training Programme 2023: A Journey of Creativity and Innovation
Are you ready to dive into the exciting world of game artistry? The Maliyo Game Art Training Programme 2023 took aspiring game artists on an unforgettable journey of creativity, collaboration, and skill development. Let’s take a moment to recap the highlights of this incredible program that brought together aspiring artists from across Africa and beyond […]
Navigating the African Game Development Ecosystem: Challenges
The African game development ecosystem is a rapidly evolving landscape that holds immense potential for growth and innovation. As the global video game industry continues to expand, Africa has emerged as a region with unique challenges and opportunities for game developers. In the first part of this blog series, we will explore the various challenges […]