Meso Qhobela

JLCSA Speaker / host

Meso is a marketing professional with a genuine passion for Japanese culture and is excited to be joining the Japanese Language Club of South Africa. She’s a confessed otaku- anime, manga, you name it, she loves it! Her work in marketing often has a strong visual focus, and as an artist herself, she’s always drawn to creative expression. She’s looking forward to connecting with everyone in the JLCSA community and exploring all things Japanese.  

All Sessions by Meso Qhobela

12:00 - 13:00
POP-TAKU STAGE

🎨 Make a Manga Workshop with Japanese Language Club South Africa

Tell a Story in One Manga Page is a fast-paced, interactive masterclass designed to introduce participants to the core principles of manga creation, with a strong focus on character design and visual storytelling. Guided by JLCSA, AfroTokyo and T.S Zombie, attendees will learn how to communicate emotion, personality, and narrative clearly through expressive characters and well-structured panels, without relying on dialogue or text. Suitable for beginners and aspiring artists of all ages, this hands-on session breaks down manga storytelling into simple, practical techniques that can be applied immediately. By the end of the masterclass, participants will have created their own short manga sequence and gained a deeper understanding of how professional manga artists tell powerful stories through images alone.

12:00 - 13:00
POP-TAKU STAGE

🎨 Make a Manga Workshop with Japanese Language Club South Africa

Tell a Story in One Manga Page is a fast-paced, interactive masterclass designed to introduce participants to the core principles of manga creation, with a strong focus on character design and visual storytelling. Guided by JLCSA, AfroTokyo and T.S Zombie, attendees will learn how to communicate emotion, personality, and narrative clearly through expressive characters and well-structured panels, without relying on dialogue or text. Suitable for beginners and aspiring artists of all ages, this hands-on session breaks down manga storytelling into simple, practical techniques that can be applied immediately. By the end of the masterclass, participants will have created their own short manga sequence and gained a deeper understanding of how professional manga artists tell powerful stories through images alone.

09:00 - 09:10
POP-TAKU STAGE

Fan Briefing With Japan Language Club South Africa

Join Meso Qhobela from Japan Language Club South Africa for an engaging fan briefing session. Get insights, updates, and a chance to connect over a shared love of Japanese language and culture — open to fans of all levels.

09:10 - 09:35
POP-TAKU STAGE

🎌 Japanese Lessons with Japanese Language Club South Africa

Ready to level up your Japanese? Join the Japanese Language Club South Africa for a high-energy, hands-on session that dives into language, culture, and everything in between. Whether you're an anime fan dreaming of watching without subs, planning a trip to Tokyo, or serious about fluency, this crew has you covered. With classes for all levels—from total beginners to advanced speakers—and real native-speaking instructors, you'll pick up practical phrases, cultural know-how, and insider tips that textbooks just don't teach. No pressure, just good vibes, real talk, and a community that's as passionate about Japan as you are. Come through, say konnichiwa, and start your Japanese journey the right way!

12:00 - 13:00
POP-TAKU STAGE

🎨 Make a Manga Workshop with Japanese Language Club South Africa

Tell a Story in One Manga Page is a fast-paced, interactive masterclass designed to introduce participants to the core principles of manga creation, with a strong focus on character design and visual storytelling. Guided by JLCSA, AfroTokyo and T.S Zombie, attendees will learn how to communicate emotion, personality, and narrative clearly through expressive characters and well-structured panels, without relying on dialogue or text. Suitable for beginners and aspiring artists of all ages, this hands-on session breaks down manga storytelling into simple, practical techniques that can be applied immediately. By the end of the masterclass, participants will have created their own short manga sequence and gained a deeper understanding of how professional manga artists tell powerful stories through images alone.

12:00 - 13:00
POP-TAKU STAGE

🎨 Make a Manga Workshop with Japanese Language Club South Africa

Tell a Story in One Manga Page is a fast-paced, interactive masterclass designed to introduce participants to the core principles of manga creation, with a strong focus on character design and visual storytelling. Guided by JLCSA, AfroTokyo and T.S Zombie, attendees will learn how to communicate emotion, personality, and narrative clearly through expressive characters and well-structured panels, without relying on dialogue or text. Suitable for beginners and aspiring artists of all ages, this hands-on session breaks down manga storytelling into simple, practical techniques that can be applied immediately. By the end of the masterclass, participants will have created their own short manga sequence and gained a deeper understanding of how professional manga artists tell powerful stories through images alone.