Africa’s video games and immersive media industry will take centre stage as the seventh Gamathon which holds in Lagos from October 26 to 31 this year before moving to Nairobi Kenya from November 26 to 28.
The yearly convention organised by Africacomicade brings together stakeholders in animation video games comics and extended reality (AVGC-XR) to promote collaboration innovation and the growth of Africa’s digital entertainment industry.
Themed ‘Back to Our Roots’ this year’s edition is expected to feature industry sessions technical masterclasses exhibitions networking opportunities and activities celebrating African digital culture. According to the organisers the theme is aimed at encouraging stakeholders to reassess the realities of the sector and strengthen the foundations needed to navigate future uncertainties.
Last year’s edition was held across four regional hubs in Nigeria Ghana South Africa and Kenya. The Lagos programme will begin with a dinner next Monday.
The Women in Games Workshop and Mixer is scheduled for October 28 while online sessions will run from Monday to Wednesday alongside the physical activities.
Technical workshops and masterclasses in partnership with Unity will hold on Thursday and Friday October 29 and 30 ahead of the convention’s Industry Day on Saturday October 31.
The Industry Day scheduled to hold at The Zone will serve as the convention’s main business-to-consumer segment providing members of the public with opportunities to engage with developers artists studios and brands shaping Africa’s digital entertainment landscape.
Activities will include panel discussions exhibitions showcases a gaming tournament a radio-controlled (RC) tournament and an after-party. The programme will also feature the premiere of the industry documentary.
The organisers said the event would offer participants an immersive experience across gaming animation and comics while creating opportunities to connect with industry players and discover emerging creative talent.
Studios and brands interested in exhibiting at the event are expected to submit applications before the October 11 2026 deadline. Organisations seeking sponsorship and branding opportunities can contact the organisers through [email protected].
Africacomicade supports the development of Africa’s video games immersive and interactive media industries through annual conventions developer accelerator programmes pitch competitions and other initiatives designed to connect African game developers artists and extended reality creators with global markets investment networks and industry opportunities.