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Why Webtoons Are Still Seen as Juvenile Entertainment in Some Parts of Africa

Webtoons, with their visually dynamic and easily consumable format, are rapidly gaining traction globally, including in Africa. Yet, despite their growing popularity and potential, webtoons in many African communities remain stigmatized as “childish” or “juvenile.” This perception hinders the medium’s full acceptance as a legitimate form of artistic and cultural expression. However, with a deeper […]

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Working as a Translator in a Digital Comics Company: An Interview with Njoka Marvin

In the ever-evolving world of digital comics, where creativity meets technology, the role of a translator is both unique and crucial. Translating comics isn’t just about converting words from one language to another—it’s about preserving the essence of a story, the emotion behind the dialogue, and the cultural nuances that make each comic special. Today,

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New Comics and Children’s Stories Published on the Zebra Comics Platform in the Last Six Months

The past six months have been an exciting period for comic enthusiasts on the Zebra Comics platform, with a plethora of new titles spanning diverse genres and captivating narratives. From romantic entanglements and historical conflicts to mystical adventures and socio-political commentaries, these comics and children’s stories showcase the rich tapestry of storytelling that Zebra Comics

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DC and Zebra Comics Announce Collaboration on Joker: The World Anthology

Anthology to Include an Original Story Featuring a Never-Before-Seen Version of the Clown Prince of Crime, Created by African Storytellers Zebra Comics PLC, a leader in African comic book publishing, announces a collaboration with DC, part of Warner Bros. Discovery and one of the world’s largest publishers of comics and graphic novels,  to co-create and

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DC et Zebra Comics annoncent leur collaboration sur l’anthologie Joker The World

L’anthologie proposera une histoire originale mettant en scène une version inédite du Clown Prince du Crime, créée par des Africains. 26 April, 2024 – Zebra Comics S.A., le leader dans l’édition de bandes dessinées africaines, est fier d’annoncer un partenariat avec DC Comics, filiale de Warner Bros. Discovery, un des plus grands éditeurs de bandes

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Unlocking the Power of African Novels: Adapting them into Webtoons

In the rich tapestry of storytelling, novels, and webtoons stand out as two prominent mediums that captivate audiences around the world. While novels have long been cherished for their immersive narratives and depth of characterization, webtoons have emerged as a dynamic form of visual storytelling, particularly popular among digital natives. In this digital age, where

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Zebra Comics: Nurturing Young Minds with Illustrated African Tales

Children’s illustrated stories are not merely books filled with colorful pictures; they are windows to a world of imagination, learning, and growth. Within the vast realm of children’s literature, African stories stand out for their rich cultural tapestry and timeless lessons. These tales, steeped in tradition and wisdom, offer young readers an opportunity to explore

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The Artist: New African Fantasy

In recent years, there has been a noticeable surge in the production of fantasy stories in African comics emerging from the African continent, captivating audiences worldwide with their unique blend of cultural richness and imaginative storytelling. Among these remarkable narratives stands “The Artist,” a groundbreaking comic and webtoon that explores themes of tradition, technology, and

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Zebra Comics: 2023 in Retrospective. A Year of Comics, Creativity, and Connections

2023 was a year that Zebra Comics galloped through with the boundless energy of a herd of zebras on a sugar rush! Okay, maybe not literally (safety first!), but it was undoubtedly a whirlwind of activity, creativity, and some truly phenomenal achievements. While there were, of course, a few moments where the plot thickened with

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