GameUp Africa Elite: Real Studios. Real Projects. Real Skills.

For the past four years, GameUp Africa has empowered thousands of aspiring creators across the continent—equipping them with in-demand skills in game development, design, art, and audio. While talent is abundant, many young people lack clear pathways into the fast-growing game industry. So we’re going a step further! Introducing GameUp Africa Elite – a sustainable […]
The Maliyo Games Junior Internship 2025: Shaping the Future

At GameUp Africa, we’ve trained thousands of aspiring game developers, and we’ve seen firsthand the power of mentorship and hands-on learning. We believe that early exposure to game design and development can ignite a lifelong passion, nurture creative thinking, and equip young minds with practical skills for the industry. This July, Maliyo Games will be […]
Remote Teams, Real Impact: Building Culture in Global Game Studios

As game development becomes increasingly collaborative and cross-continental, understanding how to thrive in remote and globalized teams has never been more important. At the April meet-up, we were joined by Leyla Mamedova, Cinematic Pipeline Manager at ZeniMax Online Studios, who delivered a powerful session on Remote and Globalized Teams. Drawing from her experience working with […]
Unveiling the New GameUp Africa Website!

We are thrilled to reveal the newly redesigned GameUp Africa website, a vibrant and user-friendly platform that better reflects our commitment to nurturing the next generation of game developers in Africa. This exciting project was driven by our desire to create an engaging online experience that aligns with the vision and community we have built […]