Bring your characters to life at Comic Con Africa! Join us to tell your stories using Pentel Brush Sign Pens—the perfect instrument for sketching dynamic characters, adding vibrant colours and lettering their voices. Pick up your exclusive Manga starter at the Pentel stand. Learn step-by-step guidance from pros to master Pentel Arts pens. Unleash your creativity, and let your characters speak

Pentel South Africa Art instrument supplier

What happens when you refuse to specialize? MONKEEMOTO has built a career that spans digital art, avatar design, and brand collaboration — all without settling into a single discipline. As one of only four global Digital Artists in Residence for Adidas and a member of the brand's Digital Avatar Taskforce, he's helped shape the direction of an entire official collection from the inside. His work has traveled from debuting in South Korea at The Gateway 2023 to a solo exhibition at NoX Gallery in Shibuya. In this session, MONKEEMOTO breaks down how staying multidisciplinary became his biggest career asset rather than a liability — and how creatives can build sustainable, boundary-crossing practices instead of picking one lane and sticking to it. Expect real talk on navigating brand partnerships, moving between mediums, and turning a broad creative identity into lasting opportunity.

MONKEEMOTO Artist

Join us for a special artist spotlight session featuring Sean Izaakse, an international comic book artist whose credits read like a greatest-hits list of the industry. At Marvel Comics, Sean has lent his pencils to fan-favorite titles including The Fantastic Four, Deadpool, and Avengers. Over at DC Comics, his work has appeared in Green Arrow and Challengers of the Unknown. His art has also crossed over into tabletop gaming, with contributions to the Mutants & Masterminds TTRPG. In this session, Sean will share stories from his career working with two of comics' biggest publishers, talk about the differences between illustrating for print versus tabletop games, and give attendees a look into his creative process. Come with your questions — and maybe a sketchbook for signing! When he's not at the drawing board, Sean can usually be found deep in a match of Marvel Rivals with friends, or attending to the daily demands of his two cats — who, we're told, consider themselves his top priority regardless of deadlines. Don't miss this chance to hear directly from an artist who's helped bring some of Marvel and DC's most iconic characters to the page.

Sean Izaakse Comic Book Artist

Coming to Comic Con Africa are Canadian freelance art mercenary Mike Rooth, known for his work on Batman, The Swamp Thing, TMNT, Conan, and Vampirella across DC, IDW, Dark Horse, Titan, BOOM!, Image, Dynamite, and more, and Inkpot and Ringo! Award-winning artist and colorist Dave McCaig, whose credits include Invincible, The Walking Dead Deluxe, The Sacrificers, Low, and Image Comics' hit Terminal, plus color supervisor duties on the 2004 The Batman animated series and promotional artwork for the Invincible animated series.

Mike Rooth Comic Book Artist

Dave McCaig International Comic Artist

A discussion with Caleb Gumbo regarding his thoughts and experiences in using myths and legends to help or inspire his storytelling and the value found in taking inspiration from mythology.

Caleb Gumbo Author - Red Universe

Whether you're a seasoned adventurer ready to become a Dungeon Master or a complete newcomer, this session is your perfect starting point. Dive into the rich lore and collaborative gameplay of D&D. You'll learn what you need to get started, practical tips, and how anyone can create unforgettable stories around a table.

Kyle Gray Dungeon Master

Verteran South African comic makers, Moray Rhoda and Dr Ray Whitcher invite you to attend a special crash course in comic making. Over a two hour workshop, you'll be shown everything you need to know to write and make a comic and then work with the team to draw your own story. The comics will be collected into a special Zine (a mini comic) that will be printed and available at the show! Most importantly, no artistic or writing experience is needed, just a passion for comics. We recommend that the minimum age of participation is 10 (with a guardian). Spaces are limited to 20 participants, so make sure to register before joining us! RSVP HERE

Dr Ray Whitcher Comic Researcher, Maker and Senior Lecturer of Game Design

Moray Rhoda Comic Creator and Teacher

Come & learn how to turn content into sustainable communities and recurring cash. Pursuing creativity takes capital—sometimes lots of it. Creating content is one thing. Building a career, business and loyal community around it is a different game. This session offers an honest, practical look at how creators can grow without losing the authenticity, independence and creative control that made people follow them in the first place. Expect practical insights on building multiple income streams, from brand partnerships and sponsored content to subscriptions, digital products, events, merchandise, affiliate income and creator-led businesses. We will also explore how to pitch yourself, price your value, land the right brand deals and take your content beyond your local market. Whether you’re just starting out or ready to level up, this session is about building something commercially valuable, creatively independent and uniquely yours. There will also be prizes, giveaways and a few surprises along the way—so come ready to learn, connect and create.

Koshiek Karan Ideas Guy @ BANKERX

Have a game idea you've been dreaming about for ages? Whether it's digital, tabletop, or played out in the real world – this workshop is your launchpad. Join us to turn your game concept into a living idea you can build on. You'll learn why the gaming industry needs more creative voices like yours and gain the tools, methods, and insider tips to bring your vision to life.

From avoiding common mistakes to using the best tools out there, I'll guide you every step of the way using my own experience and training. Don't let your ideas stay in your head, bring them to the world. I can't wait to see what you'll create!

Vedanth Panchoo Director - Valiant Master Studios

Bring your sketchbooks for drawing tablets and join Estelle Sketched for a live drawing and Q&A on her inspirations, previous works and creative processes. 

Estelle Sketched Fine Artist

Comic books have shaped far more than the stories printed on their pages. From blockbuster films and television to animation, gaming, fashion, education, advertising, and visual storytelling, comics have quietly influenced almost every corner of modern popular culture. This engaging panel explores the remarkable legacy of comics through fascinating stories, historical milestones, and surprising real-world examples that many fans have never considered. Rather than simply revisiting comic book history, we'll uncover how comics transformed the entertainment industry, inspired generations of creators, influenced artistic styles, and continue to thrive as one of the world’s most enduring forms of physical media in an increasingly digital age. Audience interaction remains an important part of the session through live questions, comic trivia, and discussion, creating an informative yet entertaining experience suitable for both lifelong collectors and newcomers alike. Attendees will leave with a new appreciation for comics, not simply as entertainment, but as one of the most influential storytelling mediums ever created.

Comic Lore Comic Collectors