Go to the streets of any city in Africa and ask random people in what industries they will like to pursue a career. I bet you, not many of them will mention a desire to work for a comic book production company. This is not necessarily because comic book publishing companies do not exist in […]
In the world of entertainment, sports occupy a position that few other domains can even dream of occupying. From football (soccer), to basketball, passing through tennis and cycling, professional sports continue to sustain a lot of attention from fans across the world. This is particularly the case because sports are very entertaining and they keep
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Introduction Comic books are a popular form of entertainment that have been around for decades. They feature stories of heroes and villains, action and adventure, fantasy and science fiction. Comic books also rely on certain tropes, which are recurring themes, motifs, or clichés that readers can easily recognize and relate to. Some examples of comic
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Are you a fan of comic book movies? If so, get ready for an exciting year ahead! 2023 promises to be a year packed with action-packed movies inspired by some of our favourite comic book heroes and villains. From iconic characters like Aquaman and Spider-Man to lesser-known characters like Kraven and Blue Beetle, there’s something
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Talk to any business owner, read any book on business or attend any lectures on building an industry and you will get this from all of them: consistency is a key ingredient for any business to thrive. When a company identifies a need and provides a solution, this solution has to be consistently delivered so
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For a very long time, comic books have been seen as things for boys and young men. This was probably due to the fact that comics had always been likened to the “boyish” stuff: superheroes, fight scenes and guns. This has been true for American comics, Franco Belgian comics and Japanese manga. This trend was
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African comics have a rich and diverse history that spans decades and genres. From superheroes to historical figures, from sci-fi to fantasy, African comics have created memorable female characters who are role models for readers of all ages and backgrounds. African comics are a powerful medium for expressing the diverse voices and experiences of women
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Brain drain, or the emigration of highly trained or qualified people from a particular country to another, is not a new phenomenon. Usually, when a country wants to develop its economy and its general living standards at a rapid rate, especially when that country does not have the required workforce to pull that off, they
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As technology continues to evolve, it is important for comic book fans to understand the intellectual property rights associated with digital comics. Digital comics are becoming increasingly popular due to their convenience and accessibility; however, they also pose unique legal challenges that must be addressed by both creators and consumers. Digital comics, like all digital
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In many parts of the world, and in Africa in particular, running a traditional comic book company is a bold affair. Usually, undertaking such a venture requires a lot of perseverance, passion and resources for growth to be imminent. It is particularly the case for Africa because the required creative tools are not always available,
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