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Zambia

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Event · all dates & editions

Lusaka Comic Con

Nerd Otaku’s comics and fandom convention in Lusaka.

Comic

Ndembo

Chipo Mwami, a 17 year old talented footballer with hidden magical abilities, discovers his true identity as a prince of the Gonde clan after surviving a battle with a Werehyena. With the help of Mayuni and friends like Chanda, Ch

comics

Sam Graphico Anthology

A Zambian comics anthology collecting work from several creators, documented in Squid’s historical anthology guide.

Animation studio

Tabproduction Studios

Zambian 2D animation studio founded by Tabitha 'Tabs Kun' Mwale. Produced The Super, a 12-minute animated pilot screened in Lusaka in July 2022.

Pilot

The Super

After years of resentment, Tatsu learns the truth behind his family's separation and leads a rebellion against those enforcing the laws. When he discovers his missing brother is alive and has a bounty on his head, Tatsu abandons t

Event · all dates & editions

The Super

Premiered Tabproduction Studios' 12-minute animated pilot The Super, introduced by creator Tabitha 'Tabs Kun' Mwale, followed by a panel and creator discussion.

Short film

Twaano

An animated anthology of three intersecting experiences: a woman looking for relief from depression through dance, a freedom fighter searching for justice and a college student confronting anxiety after a friend's death. Director