Introduction: Webtoon, a digital comic format originating from South Korea, has gained significant popularity globally in recent years. It is characterized by its vertical scroll format, which allows for a seamless and immersive reading experience. Since its inception in the early 2000s with the debut of Naver Webtoon, the webtoon industry has rapidly evolved, and […]
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Comics have been a beloved form of entertainment for generations, and funny comics are no exception. Actually, the word comics is derived from Comic Books which owes its appellation to the early years of comic strips which were mostly done to incite humour. These strips, like Mickey Mouse, were ‘comic’ or ‘funny’ and therefore clearly
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African comics are a rich and diverse genre that’s gaining popularity worldwide. With so many comic book publishers entering the market, it can be challenging to figure out where to start. To help you navigate the world of African comics, here are some of the best publishers to check out: Zebra Comics Zebra Comics, founded
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If you have been following up on the evolution of the comic book industry in Cameroon, then there is a name which you must have certainly heard about. The name is ZEBRA COMICS. On the other hand, if you are a comic book fan from Cameroon and you don’t know about Zebra Comics, then you
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So, you are new to comics and you are looking for where to start. Well, you have probably heard a ton about comic books, seen them displayed in bookstores and even watched one or two superhero characters on screen, but have never really cared to find out what is in those books with illustrations and
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City Blues is an exciting new African comic book series that tackles life’s struggles and the tenacity of the human spirit. It tells the story of Malika and Ade, a young couple who study together. However, life takes an unexpected turn, and Malika finds herself unable to find a way out, with Ade unable to
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What do you know about African deities? Well, one will guess that many authors, creators and even academics have cast a lot of light on deities from across the continent. From Shango to Anansi, African deities have been part of comics,webtoons, novels, movies and all manner of popular culture out there. However, there is still
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African Comics: Origins. Many African youths used to rush to local book vendors to get the latest Superman or Batman comic books several years ago. Some would wake up early on Saturdays to watch Spiderman defy the laws of Physics on Television. As these fellows tore through calendars their love for these characters grew stronger.
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For a very long time, superheroes have been the definition of what comics actually are. From Marvel Comics to DC Comics and everything in between, most of the comics the world has seen have been based on superheroes.
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Within the impressive halls of Institut Francais, Brazzaville, Congo, lovers of comic books, animation, video games, film and cosplay from the Republic of Congo, Cameroon, France and different parts of the world converged to bring the 6th edition of the Bilili BD Festival to life. The Bilili BD festival is an annual cultural event that
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