Navigating Career Transitions: Finding a Path That Works for You
At the May 2025 edition of the GameUp Africa Monthly Meetup, we had the privilege of learning from Thomas Winkley, Lead Creator Advocate at LEGO, who brought his dynamic career journey front and center with an insightful talk titled “Navigating Career Transitions.” From sales floors to the global game development stage, Thomas’s path has been […]
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 […]
Great Teams Matter More Than You Think in Game Development
Great games aren’t just about brilliant ideas or cutting-edge technology—they’re built by great teams. This was the key theme at the GameUp Africa March Meetup, where Marco Colombo, Client Programmer and Cell Founder at Supercell, shared valuable insights on building strong, effective teams in game development. With over 12 years in the industry, working across […]
Building a Game Studio; Everything You Need to Know
The February GameUp Africa Meetup was a deep dive into what it takes to transition from game developer to studio leader, featuring Melissa Phillips, Director of Games Leadership. With over a decade in the gaming industry, Melissa has worked with leaders across game studios, helping them navigate challenges, develop leadership skills, and create sustainable businesses. […]
GameUp Africa Monthly Meet-ups Are Back This February! 🎮
After an incredible year of insightful sessions and exciting events in 2024, we’re thrilled to announce that the GameUp Africa Monthly Meetups are back for 2025! This February, we’re kicking off a brand-new season of learning, networking, and celebrating creativity in the African gaming industry. Whether you’re a game developer, designer, artist, storyteller, sound engineer, […]
Meet The Winners of the GameUp Africa Jam for Democracy 2024🎉
The GameUp Africa Jam for Democracy wrapped up with a remarkable showcase of creativity, innovation, and impactful storytelling. Hosted by Maliyo Games in collaboration with the U.S. Consulate General Lagos and Global Game Jam, the two-week sprint challenged participants to create game concepts on Countering malign influence -a growing threat to democracy in today’s digital […]
GameUp Africa Jam for Democracy: From Onboarding to Pitch Perfect!
The GameUp Africa Jam for Democracy launched its onboarding and training phase from December 9th to 13th, 2024, at the American Corner in Lekki and Ikeja, Lagos. This impactful initiative, hosted by Maliyo Games in collaboration with the U.S. Consulate General Lagos and Global Game Jam, brought together over 60 participants daily, including game developers, […]
Tips to Build a Successful Game Business
Game development is more than just creating fun, interactive experiences—it’s a business. Building a successful game company requires a perfect balance of creativity, data-driven strategies, and sound economic decisions. At the final GameUp Africa Meetup of 2024, Ben Pommeraud, General Manager for Strategic Initiatives at King, a Swedish video game developer and publisher that specializes […]
The future of Democracy is in your hands. Join the Jam! 🎮
Introducing the ‘GameUp Africa Jam for Democracy’ ~ Did you know? Disinformation has become a critical issue in Nigeria, undermining trust in democratic institutions, spreading false information, and influencing public opinion through manipulated media. From election campaigns to social issues, disinformation campaigns can destabilize governance, create divisions, and erode the foundations of democracy. This December, […]
GameUp Africa Game Jam 2024: Celebrating Creativity, Collaboration, and Community
The 2024 GameUp Africa Game Jam has officially wrapped up, and what an incredible event it was! From exciting theme reveals to innovative game submissions, this year’s Game Jam showcased the boundless creativity and talent within our African game developers’ community. Here’s a look back at all the highlights, the winning game, and the amazing […]
