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SUMMARY:CTIAF x Fak'ugesi - Screening: Best of CTIAF 2026 African Roots Selection
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Best of CTIAF 2026: African Roots Short Film Selection. This curated showcase celebrates the profound depth\, vibrant diversity\, and unstoppable evolution of African and diaspora storytelling. Spanning traditional hand-drawn 2D\, intricate stop-motion\, rare pinscreen experimentation\, and cutting-edge 3D/CGI hybrids\, this collection bridges continental heritage with global perspectives. \n\n\n\nFrom the bustling streets of New Oakland to the mystical waterways of West Africa\, and into the far reaches of a divided galaxy\, these films explore resilience\, identity\, and the community ties that bind us. Through these diverse voices\, we witness the power of animation to heal\, inspire\, and transcend boundaries.
URL:https://ctiaf.com/event/ctiaf-x-fakugesi-screening-best-of-ctiaf-2026-african-roots-selection/
LOCATION:The Bioscope Independent Cinema\, 44 Stanley Ave\, Milpark\,\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2092\, South Africa
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fak'ugesi Festival":MAILTO:hello@fakugesi.co.za
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261011T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261011T180000
DTSTAMP:20261002T124401Z
CREATED:20261002T124357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T124401Z
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SUMMARY:CTIAF X DFM - Networking Session: Inside Animation: Meet the Studios
DESCRIPTION:Curious about how animation could bring your project to life? Join us for a fast-paced introduction to the animation production process\, designed to demystify how it all works and where you can fit into the process.Following the presentation\, meet representatives from eight different animation studios. Each studio will be available to discuss your project\, answer your questions\, and help you understand how animation could work for your needs.
URL:https://ctiaf.com/event/ctiaf-x-dfm-networking-session-inside-animation-meet-the-studios/
LOCATION:Southern Sun Elangeni\, 63 Snell Parade\, North Beach\,\, Durban\, Kwazulu Natal\, 4001\, South Africa
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261011T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261011T163000
DTSTAMP:20261002T123641Z
CREATED:20261002T123636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T123641Z
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SUMMARY:CTIAF X DFM - Turning Towards Each Other: A WATA Creative Workshop
DESCRIPTION:An interactive workshop and ‘heartical’ conversation\, bringing women in African animation and gaming together to look beyond the usual industry conversations and towards each other. Through playful prompts and shared stories\, we’ll uncover what connects us and what quietly holds us back. We’ll leave with new connections\, different perspectives and shared insights. To begin building the bridges we need – because we can’t build a more empowered creative community alone. \n\n\n\nKaydee de Villiers (Founder & Chairperson of WATA) Tshepo Moche (Founder & CEO of WATA) Kumbi Chitenderu (Head of Programs of WATA)
URL:https://ctiaf.com/event/ctiaf-x-dfm-turning-towards-each-other-a-wata-creative-workshop/
LOCATION:Southern Sun Elangeni\, 63 Snell Parade\, North Beach\,\, Durban\, Kwazulu Natal\, 4001\, South Africa
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261011T141500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261011T151500
DTSTAMP:20261002T123201Z
CREATED:20261002T123157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T123201Z
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SUMMARY:CTIAF X DFM - Authenticity vs. Universality: Who Wants Our Stories?
DESCRIPTION:The world increasingly says it wants African stories. The problem is that wanting them\, developing them\, showcasing them and actually commissioning them are four very different things. Creators are being encouraged to be authentic while simultaneously being asked to make their authenticity commercially legible to someone else’s audience. Four creators discuss where they hold the line \n\n\n\nJeani Varty (Bean Sprout)Lola Aikens (Tshimologong Precinct/ Mollo Academy and Studio)Kumbi Chitenderu (Independent)Bill Masuku (Enigma Comix)Nadia Darries (Goon Valley Animation)MODERATOR: Tshepo Moche (BAV Creative Studio)
URL:https://ctiaf.com/event/ctiaf-x-dfm-authenticity-vs-universality-who-wants-our-stories/
LOCATION:Southern Sun Elangeni\, 63 Snell Parade\, North Beach\,\, Durban\, Kwazulu Natal\, 4001\, South Africa
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261011T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261011T140000
DTSTAMP:20261002T122537Z
CREATED:20261002T122533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T122537Z
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SUMMARY:CTIAF X DFM - Screening: Best of CTIAF 2026 African Roots Selection Vol. 2
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Best of CTIAF 2026: African Roots Short Film Selection. This curated showcase celebrates the profound depth\, vibrant diversity\, and unstoppable evolution of African and diaspora storytelling. Spanning traditional hand-drawn 2D\, intricate stop-motion\, rare pinscreen experimentation\, and cutting-edge 3D/CGI hybrids\, this collection bridges continental heritage with global perspectives. \n\n\n\nFrom the bustling streets of New Oakland to the mystical waterways of West Africa\, and into the far reaches of a divided galaxy\, these films explore resilience\, identity\, and the community ties that bind us. Through these diverse voices\, we witness the power of animation to heal\, inspire\, and transcend boundaries.
URL:https://ctiaf.com/event/ctiaf-x-dfm-screening-best-of-ctiaf-2026-african-roots-selection-vol-2/
LOCATION:Southern Sun Elangeni\, 63 Snell Parade\, North Beach\,\, Durban\, Kwazulu Natal\, 4001\, South Africa
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261011T114500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261011T124500
DTSTAMP:20261002T121706Z
CREATED:20261002T120701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T121706Z
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SUMMARY:CTIAF X DFM - Too Big for Grants\, Too Small for Investors: The Missing Middle
DESCRIPTION:African animation studios are caught between two funding worlds. They may have the talent\, experience and ambition to grow\, but lack the capital needed to build permanent creative teams\, develop original IP and take on larger\, more commercial projects. Grants can support individual projects but rarely provide the runway to build a sustainable studio\, while traditional investors often see creative businesses as too small or risky. What does the missing middle of financing look like\, and what is the roadmap for studios wanting to move from small teams to scalable\, commercially viable businesses? \n\n\n\nJohn Giwa-Amu (Good Gate Media)Erica Motley (Impact X Capital Partners)Nick Cloete (Mind’s Eye Creative/ Animation South Africa) Isaac Mogajane (Diprente Films)Moderator:Dianne Makings (Fancy Horse Studios / CTIAF)
URL:https://ctiaf.com/event/ctiaf-x-dfm-too-big-for-grants-too-small-for-investors-the-missing-middle/
LOCATION:Southern Sun Elangeni\, 63 Snell Parade\, North Beach\,\, Durban\, Kwazulu Natal\, 4001\, South Africa
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261011T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261011T113000
DTSTAMP:20261002T121811Z
CREATED:20261002T115755Z
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SUMMARY:CTIAF X DFM - Beyond the Screen: Building Worlds Across Film\, Gaming and Immersive Entertainment
DESCRIPTION:Entertainment is no longer confined to a single screen or format. Film\, animation\, gaming and immersive experiences are increasingly part of a connected entertainment ecosystem. This talk explores the common ground between these industries; how they approach world-building\, character and narrative. We also discuss how gaming and immersive experiences can expand an existing IP beyond its original format. What can creators learn from one another as the boundaries between watching\, playing and experiencing continue to blur? \n\n\n\nEric Gardiner – Vetkoek StudiosJean Luc Chapell – Free LivesRick Treweek – Virtual Worlds CompanyMODERATOR: Wako Sefara (Independent)
URL:https://ctiaf.com/event/ctiaf-x-dfm-beyond-the-screen-building-worlds-across-film-gaming-and-immersive-entertainment/
LOCATION:Southern Sun Elangeni\, 63 Snell Parade\, North Beach\,\, Durban\, Kwazulu Natal\, 4001\, South Africa
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261010T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261010T180000
DTSTAMP:20261002T124005Z
CREATED:20261002T124001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T124005Z
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SUMMARY:CTIAF X DFM - Networking Session: Innovate. Animate. Elevate. From Cape Town Studio to Global Market
DESCRIPTION:No single studio builds a global animation hub alone – a cluster does. Cape Town is home to studios sitting at every point on the spectrum\, from service and outsourcing work for international clients\, to original IP\, to hybrids balancing both. This session brings studio leaders together with UNDP timbuktoo Creatives Hub\, Digital Frontiers\, and Triggerfish Foundation to ask what it actually takes to turn that mix of studios into a real cluster – and why that matters more than any one studio’s individual success. \n\n\n\nEach studio will speak from where they sit – outsourcing\, IP\, or hybrid – and what moving along that spectrum takes in practice: capability\, capital\, relationships. But the throughline is the cluster itself: what draws studios to grow up near each other\, what a “vivid” cluster needs to actually function – shared talent pipelines\, trust between competitors\, visible density – and why it’s the cluster\, not the individual studio\, that wins Cape Town its shot at international co-productions and larger outsourcing contracts.
URL:https://ctiaf.com/event/ctiaf-x-dfm-networking-session-innovate-animate-elevate-from-cape-town-studio-to-global-market/
LOCATION:Southern Sun Elangeni\, 63 Snell Parade\, North Beach\,\, Durban\, Kwazulu Natal\, 4001\, South Africa
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261010T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261010T163000
DTSTAMP:20261002T123429Z
CREATED:20261002T123425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T123429Z
UID:2941-1791646200-1791649800@ctiaf.com
SUMMARY:CTIAF X DFM - Grit and Resilience: The Journey of Never Giving Up
DESCRIPTION:This panel will explore the challenges of sustaining independent creative projects. Through real experiences\, industry professionals will discuss the value of perseverance\, the lessons learned from setbacks\, and when it is time to adapt\, change direction or maybe\, having to let go.The conversation will explore the journey of building and sustaining a long-term independent production while balancing artistic vision\, limited resources\, changing strategies and the realities of the international industry. \n\n\n\nPanellists:Erentia Bedecker (Wreckless)Nildo Essá (FX Animation Studios)Claire Louis (Katanimate Animation Studio)Esther Pearl (Nell Productions/ Reel Stories) \n\n\n\nModerator:Halima Essá (FX Animation Studios)
URL:https://ctiaf.com/event/ctiaf-x-dfm-grit-and-resilience-the-journey-of-never-giving-up/
LOCATION:Southern Sun Elangeni\, 63 Snell Parade\, North Beach\,\, Durban\, Kwazulu Natal\, 4001\, South Africa
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261010T141500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261010T151500
DTSTAMP:20261002T122840Z
CREATED:20261002T122836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T122840Z
UID:2937-1791641700-1791645300@ctiaf.com
SUMMARY:CTIAF X DFM - Small Studios\, Big Stories: Can Independent Animation Be a Business?
DESCRIPTION:Films like Flow demonstrate that ambitious animation doesn’t have to depend on blockbuster budgets. Across Africa\, small studios are already producing distinctive\, beautifully crafted films against modest budgets. Can we build a sustainable independent animation industry around this model ? Can we create an indusry that prioritises original stories\, creative ambition; rather than chasing commercial volume and box-office returns? \n\n\n\nJoel Matladi (Black Native Studios)Renee van Reenen (Independent)Shofela Coker (Independent)Moderator: Esther Pearl (Nell Productions / Reel Stories)
URL:https://ctiaf.com/event/ctiaf-x-dfm-small-studios-big-stories-can-independent-animation-be-a-business/
LOCATION:Southern Sun Elangeni\, 63 Snell Parade\, North Beach\,\, Durban\, Kwazulu Natal\, 4001\, South Africa
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261010T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261010T140000
DTSTAMP:20261002T121604Z
CREATED:20261002T121301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T121604Z
UID:2925-1791637200-1791640800@ctiaf.com
SUMMARY:CTIAF X DFM - Screening: Best of CTIAF 2026 African Roots Selection Vol. 1
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Best of CTIAF 2026: African Roots Short Film Selection. This curated showcase celebrates the profound depth\, vibrant diversity\, and unstoppable evolution of African and diaspora storytelling. Spanning traditional hand-drawn 2D\, intricate stop-motion\, rare pinscreen experimentation\, and cutting-edge 3D/CGI hybrids\, this collection bridges continental heritage with global perspectives. \n\n\n\nFrom the bustling streets of New Oakland to the mystical waterways of West Africa\, and into the far reaches of a divided galaxy\, these films explore resilience\, identity\, and the community ties that bind us. Through these diverse voices\, we witness the power of animation to heal\, inspire\, and transcend boundaries.
URL:https://ctiaf.com/event/ctiaf-x-dfm-screening-best-of-ctiaf-2026-african-roots-selection-vol-1/
LOCATION:Southern Sun Elangeni\, 63 Snell Parade\, North Beach\,\, Durban\, Kwazulu Natal\, 4001\, South Africa
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261010T114500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261010T124500
DTSTAMP:20261002T122006Z
CREATED:20261002T120332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T122006Z
UID:2920-1791632700-1791636300@ctiaf.com
SUMMARY:CTIAF X DFM - Beyond the Festival Circuit: Who Is Watching African Animation?
DESCRIPTION:Africa is producing ambitious\, award-winning animation; but who is commissioning it\, who is watching it\, and where does it find an audience beyond the festival circuit? With much of the industry still focused on selling African stories to international markets\, are we doing enough to develop audiences at home? This discussion looks at the full pipeline from commissioning and production to distribution and audience development. Who is investing in locally made animation? Who owns the audiences and the platforms that reach them? And how do we build a sustainable African market for African animation while still taking our stories to the world? \n\n\n\nMichael Engwema – SABCThandeka Zwana – Indigenous PicturesHamid Ibrahim – Kugali LimitedVéronique Encrenaz – MIFA/ Annecy Animated Film FestivalMODERATOR: Bill Masuku – Enigma Comix
URL:https://ctiaf.com/event/ctiaf-x-dfm-beyond-the-festival-circuit-who-is-watching-african-animation/
LOCATION:Southern Sun Elangeni\, 63 Snell Parade\, North Beach\,\, Durban\, Kwazulu Natal\, 4001\, South Africa
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261010T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261010T113000
DTSTAMP:20261002T121919Z
CREATED:20261002T115356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T121919Z
UID:2914-1791628200-1791631800@ctiaf.com
SUMMARY:CTIAF X DFM - Building Africa’s Animation Ecosystem: From Talent to Industry
DESCRIPTION:Africa has the talent. We have training institutions\, emerging studios\, experienced freelancers and a growing pool of skilled graduates. What we don’t have yet is a coordinated industry infrastructure to consistently attract and deliver large-scale productions. How do we connect these pieces into a scalable ecosystem that can compete globally? And how can we create the capacity\, partnerships and investment structures needed to keep African talent working on African productions rather than losing it to the international market? \n\n\n\nBusani Magwaza – K-CAP: Ekhaya Multi-Arts CentreKelly Walker – Educator & AcademicNadine Cloete – NFVFHanyani Sono – SABCAnthony Silverston – TriggerfishMODERATOR: Joy Mawela (Kano Lethabo Productions)
URL:https://ctiaf.com/event/ctiaf-x-dfm-building-africas-animation-ecosystem-from-talent-to-industry/
LOCATION:Southern Sun Elangeni\, 63 Snell Parade\, North Beach\,\, Durban\, Kwazulu Natal\, 4001\, South Africa
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261010T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261011T170000
DTSTAMP:20261002T124550Z
CREATED:20260921T175609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T124550Z
UID:2903-1791619200-1791738000@ctiaf.com
SUMMARY:CTIAF x DFM
DESCRIPTION:Two day programme brings together the animation and film industries to explore how Africa can build a sustainable animation ecosystem\n\n\n\nThe Cape Town International Animation Festival (CTIAF) is deepening its partnership with Durban FilmMart (DFM)\, bringing two days of dedicated animation industry programming to Durban.Register for Durban FilmMart today!
URL:https://ctiaf.com/event/ctiaf-x-dfm-animation-days/
LOCATION:Southern Sun Elangeni\, 63 Snell Parade\, North Beach\,\, Durban\, Kwazulu Natal\, 4001\, South Africa
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260927T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260927T170000
DTSTAMP:20260921T174751Z
CREATED:20260921T174748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T174751Z
UID:2899-1790523000-1790528400@ctiaf.com
SUMMARY:CTIAF x CCA Screening: Best of CTIAF 2026\,  African Roots Short Film Selection
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Best of CTIAF 2026: African Roots Short Film Selection. This curated showcase celebrates the profound depth\, vibrant diversity\, and unstoppable evolution of African and diaspora storytelling. Spanning traditional hand-drawn 2D\, intricate stop-motion\, rare pinscreen experimentation\, and cutting-edge 3D/CGI hybrids\, this collection bridges continental heritage with global perspectives. \n\n\n\nFrom the bustling streets of New Oakland to the mystical waterways of West Africa\, and into the far reaches of a divided galaxy\, these films explore resilience\, identity\, and the community ties that bind us. Through these diverse voices\, we witness the power of animation to heal\, inspire\, and transcend boundaries. \n\n\n\nBONUS: We’ll also be screening films created during the 2025 CTIAF AnimJam — a high-energy 48-hour animation challenge that brought artists together to create 18 original short films in just one weekend!(Requires Comic Con Africa Accreditation to Attend)
URL:https://ctiaf.com/event/ctiaf-x-cca-screening-best-of-ctiaf-2026-african-roots-short-film-selection-4/
LOCATION:johannesburg Expo Centre\, \, Cnr Nasrec & Randshow Roads\,\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2091\, South Africa
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ORGANIZER;CN="Comic Con Africa":MAILTO:info@comicconafrica.co.za
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260927T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260927T140000
DTSTAMP:20260921T174408Z
CREATED:20260921T174405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T174408Z
UID:2895-1790512200-1790517600@ctiaf.com
SUMMARY:CTIAF x CCA Screening: Short films from Festivals Animation Network
DESCRIPTION:Discover the best of contemporary European animation through FAN – Festivals Animation Network\, a collaboration between five leading animation festivals across Portugal\, Cyprus\, Greece\, Italy and Spain. This international shorts programme brings together bold auteur films and exciting work from emerging filmmakers\, offering Comic Con audiences a window into the diversity\, creativity and cultural richness of animated cinema beyond the mainstream. From established masters to the next generation of European talent\, To Watch to Expand celebrates animation as a truly international art form — and invites audiences to discover stories\, styles and voices they might not otherwise encounter.(Requires Comic Con Africa Accreditation to Attend)
URL:https://ctiaf.com/event/ctiaf-x-cca-screening-short-films-from-festivals-animation-network-3/
LOCATION:johannesburg Expo Centre\, \, Cnr Nasrec & Randshow Roads\,\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2091\, South Africa
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ORGANIZER;CN="Comic Con Africa":MAILTO:info@comicconafrica.co.za
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260927T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260927T123000
DTSTAMP:20260921T174215Z
CREATED:20260921T174212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T174215Z
UID:2893-1790506800-1790512200@ctiaf.com
SUMMARY:CTIAF x CCA - From Idea to Storyboard
DESCRIPTION:Explore the process of turning an idea into a visual story in this hands-on\, collaborative workshop. Participants will work in small teams to develop an original story\, explore basic narrative and visual storytelling principles\, and translate their ideas into a short storyboard sequence. The workshop encourages creative thinking\, collaboration and visual communication\, with guidance from experienced facilitators.(Requires Comic Con Accreditation to Attend)
URL:https://ctiaf.com/event/ctiaf-x-cca-from-idea-to-storyboard-2/
LOCATION:johannesburg Expo Centre\, \, Cnr Nasrec & Randshow Roads\,\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2091\, South Africa
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctiaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/CTIAF-SocialMedia-v2-04-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Comic Con Africa":MAILTO:info@comicconafrica.co.za
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260927T030000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260927T153000
DTSTAMP:20260921T174604Z
CREATED:20260921T174600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T174604Z
UID:2897-1790478000-1790523000@ctiaf.com
SUMMARY:CTIAF x CCA - Foley: Creating Sound for Screen
DESCRIPTION:Discover how everyday objects can be transformed into sound effects for animation\, games and film. This interactive session introduces the fundamentals of Foley and demonstrates how sound is recorded and synchronised with moving images. Participants will have the opportunity to select objects\, experiment with creating sounds and record their own Foley in sync with a video clip\, guided by the facilitator.(Requires Comic Con Accreditation to Attend)
URL:https://ctiaf.com/event/ctiaf-x-cca-foley-creating-sound-for-screen-2/
LOCATION:johannesburg Expo Centre\, \, Cnr Nasrec & Randshow Roads\,\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2091\, South Africa
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ORGANIZER;CN="Comic Con Africa":MAILTO:info@comicconafrica.co.za
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260926T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260926T170000
DTSTAMP:20260921T174024Z
CREATED:20260921T174020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T174024Z
UID:2891-1790436600-1790442000@ctiaf.com
SUMMARY:CTIAF x CCA Screening: Short films from Festivals Animation Network
DESCRIPTION:Discover the best of contemporary European animation through FAN – Festivals Animation Network\, a collaboration between five leading animation festivals across Portugal\, Cyprus\, Greece\, Italy and Spain. This international shorts programme brings together bold auteur films and exciting work from emerging filmmakers\, offering Comic Con audiences a window into the diversity\, creativity and cultural richness of animated cinema beyond the mainstream. From established masters to the next generation of European talent\, To Watch to Expand celebrates animation as a truly international art form — and invites audiences to discover stories\, styles and voices they might not otherwise encounter.(Requires Comic Con Africa Accreditation to Attend)
URL:https://ctiaf.com/event/ctiaf-x-cca-screening-short-films-from-festivals-animation-network-2/
LOCATION:johannesburg Expo Centre\, \, Cnr Nasrec & Randshow Roads\,\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2091\, South Africa
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ctiaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/CTIAF-SocialMedia-ctiaf-scaled.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Comic Con Africa":MAILTO:info@comicconafrica.co.za
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260926T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260926T153000
DTSTAMP:20260921T173831Z
CREATED:20260921T173828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T173831Z
UID:2889-1790431200-1790436600@ctiaf.com
SUMMARY:CTIAF x CCA - Drawing for Animation
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging\, hands-on drawing session exploring the fundamentals of drawing for animation. Participants will work through a series of guided exercises focused on gesture\, movement\, observation\, proportion and character. The session encourages participants of all skill levels to draw freely and experiment with line\, tone and form while capturing the energy\, movement and personality of their subject matter\, rather than focusing solely on producing a polished final drawing. Whether you are interested in animation\, illustration\, comics\, character design or simply want to develop your drawing skills\, this session offers a fun opportunity to explore observational drawing and discover new creative possibilities.(Requires Comic Con Africa Accreditation to Attend)
URL:https://ctiaf.com/event/ctiaf-x-cca-drawing-for-animation/
LOCATION:johannesburg Expo Centre\, \, Cnr Nasrec & Randshow Roads\,\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2091\, South Africa
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctiaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/CTIAF-SocialMedia-v2-03-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Comic Con Africa":MAILTO:info@comicconafrica.co.za
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260926T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260926T140000
DTSTAMP:20260921T173615Z
CREATED:20260921T173612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T173615Z
UID:2887-1790425800-1790431200@ctiaf.com
SUMMARY:CTIAF x CCA Screening: Best of CTIAF 2026\,  African Roots Short Film Selection
DESCRIPTION:Description: Welcome to the Best of CTIAF 2026: African Roots Short Film Selection. This curated showcase celebrates the profound depth\, vibrant diversity\, and unstoppable evolution of African and diaspora storytelling. Spanning traditional hand-drawn 2D\, intricate stop-motion\, rare pinscreen experimentation\, and cutting-edge 3D/CGI hybrids\, this collection bridges continental heritage with global perspectives. \n\n\n\nFrom the bustling streets of New Oakland to the mystical waterways of West Africa\, and into the far reaches of a divided galaxy\, these films explore resilience\, identity\, and the community ties that bind us. Through these diverse voices\, we witness the power of animation to heal\, inspire\, and transcend boundaries. \n\n\n\nBONUS: We’ll also be screening films created during the 2025 CTIAF AnimJam — a high-energy 48-hour animation challenge that brought artists together to create 18 original short films in just one weekend!(Requires Comic Con Africa Accreditation to attend)
URL:https://ctiaf.com/event/ctiaf-x-cca-screening-best-of-ctiaf-2026-african-roots-short-film-selection-3/
LOCATION:johannesburg Expo Centre\, \, Cnr Nasrec & Randshow Roads\,\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2091\, South Africa
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctiaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/CTIAF-SocialMedia-v2-06-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Comic Con Africa":MAILTO:info@comicconafrica.co.za
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260926T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260926T123000
DTSTAMP:20260921T173413Z
CREATED:20260921T173410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T173413Z
UID:2885-1790420400-1790425800@ctiaf.com
SUMMARY:CTIAF x CCA - Learn to Create a Pixel Art Character
DESCRIPTION:Discover the fundamentals of pixel art in this hands-on creative workshop. Participants will explore character design\, silhouettes\, colour and simple shading techniques while creating their own unique pixel art character. A fun introduction to the visual language of pixel art and game character creation.(Requires Comic Con Africa Accreditation to Attend)
URL:https://ctiaf.com/event/ctiaf-x-cca-learn-to-create-a-pixel-art-character-2/
LOCATION:johannesburg Expo Centre\, \, Cnr Nasrec & Randshow Roads\,\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2091\, South Africa
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctiaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/CTIAF-SocialMedia-v2-02-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Comic Con Africa":MAILTO:info@comicconafrica.co.za
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260925T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260925T170000
DTSTAMP:20260921T173218Z
CREATED:20260921T173215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T173218Z
UID:2883-1790350200-1790355600@ctiaf.com
SUMMARY:CTIAF x CCA Screening: Best of CTIAF 2026\,  African Roots Short Film Selection
DESCRIPTION:Description: Welcome to the Best of CTIAF 2026: African Roots Short Film Selection. This curated showcase celebrates the profound depth\, vibrant diversity\, and unstoppable evolution of African and diaspora storytelling. Spanning traditional hand-drawn 2D\, intricate stop-motion\, rare pinscreen experimentation\, and cutting-edge 3D/CGI hybrids\, this collection bridges continental heritage with global perspectives. \n\n\n\nFrom the bustling streets of New Oakland to the mystical waterways of West Africa\, and into the far reaches of a divided galaxy\, these films explore resilience\, identity\, and the community ties that bind us. Through these diverse voices\, we witness the power of animation to heal\, inspire\, and transcend boundaries. \n\n\n\nBONUS: We’ll also be screening films created during the 2025 CTIAF AnimJam — a high-energy 48-hour animation challenge that brought artists together to create 18 original short films in just one weekend!(Requires Comic Con Africa Accreditation to attend)
URL:https://ctiaf.com/event/ctiaf-x-cca-screening-best-of-ctiaf-2026-african-roots-short-film-selection-2/
LOCATION:johannesburg Expo Centre\, \, Cnr Nasrec & Randshow Roads\,\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2091\, South Africa
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctiaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/CTIAF-SocialMedia-v2-06-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Comic Con Africa":MAILTO:info@comicconafrica.co.za
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260925T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260925T153000
DTSTAMP:20260921T173027Z
CREATED:20260921T173024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T173027Z
UID:2880-1790344800-1790350200@ctiaf.com
SUMMARY:CTIAF x CCA - Foley: Creating Sound for Screen
DESCRIPTION:Discover how everyday objects can be transformed into sound effects for animation\, games and film. This interactive session introduces the fundamentals of Foley and demonstrates how sound is recorded and synchronised with moving images. Participants will have the opportunity to select objects\, experiment with creating sounds and record their own Foley in sync with a video clip\, guided by the facilitator.(Requires Comic Con Africa Accreditation to attend)
URL:https://ctiaf.com/event/ctiaf-x-cca-foley-creating-sound-for-screen/
LOCATION:johannesburg Expo Centre\, \, Cnr Nasrec & Randshow Roads\,\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2091\, South Africa
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctiaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/CTIAF-SocialMedia-v2-05-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Comic Con Africa":MAILTO:info@comicconafrica.co.za
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260925T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260925T140000
DTSTAMP:20260921T170851Z
CREATED:20260921T170847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T170851Z
UID:2878-1790339400-1790344800@ctiaf.com
SUMMARY:CTIAF x CCA Screening: Short films from Festivals Animation Network
DESCRIPTION:Discover the best of contemporary European animation through FAN – Festivals Animation Network\, a collaboration between five leading animation festivals across Portugal\, Cyprus\, Greece\, Italy and Spain. This international shorts programme brings together bold auteur films and exciting work from emerging filmmakers\, offering Comic Con audiences a window into the diversity\, creativity and cultural richness of animated cinema beyond the mainstream. From established masters to the next generation of European talent\, To Watch to Expand celebrates animation as a truly international art form — and invites audiences to discover stories\, styles and voices they might not otherwise encounter.(Requires Comic Con Africa Accreditation to Attend)
URL:https://ctiaf.com/event/ctiaf-x-cca-screening-short-films-from-festivals-animation-network/
LOCATION:johannesburg Expo Centre\, \, Cnr Nasrec & Randshow Roads\,\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2091\, South Africa
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ctiaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/CTIAF-SocialMedia-ctiaf-scaled.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Comic Con Africa":MAILTO:info@comicconafrica.co.za
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260925T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260925T123000
DTSTAMP:20260921T170605Z
CREATED:20260921T170601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T170605Z
UID:2875-1790334000-1790339400@ctiaf.com
SUMMARY:CTIAF x CCA - From Idea to Storyboard
DESCRIPTION:Explore the process of turning an idea into a visual story in this hands-on\, collaborative workshop. Participants will work in small teams to develop an original story\, explore basic narrative and visual storytelling principles\, and translate their ideas into a short storyboard sequence. The workshop encourages creative thinking\, collaboration and visual communication\, with guidance from experienced facilitators.(Requires Comic Con Africa Accreditation to attend)
URL:https://ctiaf.com/event/ctiaf-x-cca-from-idea-to-storyboard/
LOCATION:johannesburg Expo Centre\, \, Cnr Nasrec & Randshow Roads\,\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2091\, South Africa
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctiaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/CTIAF-SocialMedia-v2-04-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Comic Con Africa":MAILTO:info@comicconafrica.co.za
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260924T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260924T170000
DTSTAMP:20260921T170237Z
CREATED:20260921T170233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T170237Z
UID:2872-1790263800-1790269200@ctiaf.com
SUMMARY:CTIAF x CCA Screening: Festivals Animation Network Shorts - Europe
DESCRIPTION:Discover the best of contemporary European animation through FAN – Festivals Animation Network\, a collaboration between five leading animation festivals across Portugal\, Cyprus\, Greece\, Italy and Spain. This international shorts programme brings together bold auteur films and exciting work from emerging filmmakers\, offering Comic Con audiences a window into the diversity\, creativity and cultural richness of animated cinema beyond the mainstream. From established masters to the next generation of European talent\, To Watch to Expand celebrates animation as a truly international art form — and invites audiences to discover stories\, styles and voices they might not otherwise encounter.(Requires Comic Con Africa Accreditation to attend)
URL:https://ctiaf.com/event/ctiaf-x-cca-screening-festivals-animation-network-shorts-europe/
LOCATION:johannesburg Expo Centre\, \, Cnr Nasrec & Randshow Roads\,\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2091\, South Africa
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ctiaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/CTIAF-SocialMedia-ctiaf-scaled.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Comic Con Africa":MAILTO:info@comicconafrica.co.za
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260924T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260924T140000
DTSTAMP:20260921T165707Z
CREATED:20260921T165703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T165707Z
UID:2867-1790253000-1790258400@ctiaf.com
SUMMARY:CTIAF x CCA Screening: Best of CTIAF 2026\, African Roots Short Film Selection
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Best of CTIAF 2026: African Roots Short Film Selection. This curated showcase celebrates the profound depth\, vibrant diversity\, and unstoppable evolution of African and diaspora storytelling. Spanning traditional hand-drawn 2D\, intricate stop-motion\, rare pinscreen experimentation\, and cutting-edge 3D/CGI hybrids\, this collection bridges continental heritage with global perspectives. \n\n\n\nFrom the bustling streets of New Oakland to the mystical waterways of West Africa\, and into the far reaches of a divided galaxy\, these films explore resilience\, identity\, and the community ties that bind us. Through these diverse voices\, we witness the power of animation to heal\, inspire\, and transcend boundaries. \n\n\n\nBONUS: We’ll also be screening films created during the 2025 CTIAF AnimJam — a high-energy 48-hour animation challenge that brought artists together to create 18 original short films in just one weekend!(Requires Comic Con Africa Accreditation to attend)
URL:https://ctiaf.com/event/ctiaf-x-cca-screening-best-of-ctiaf-2026-african-roots-short-film-selection/
LOCATION:johannesburg Expo Centre\, \, Cnr Nasrec & Randshow Roads\,\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2091\, South Africa
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctiaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/CTIAF-SocialMedia-v2-06-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Comic Con Africa":MAILTO:info@comicconafrica.co.za
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260924T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260924T123000
DTSTAMP:20260921T165250Z
CREATED:20260921T165247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T165250Z
UID:2860-1790247600-1790253000@ctiaf.com
SUMMARY:CTIAF x CCA - Learn to Create a Pixel Art Character
DESCRIPTION:Discover the fundamentals of pixel art in this hands-on creative workshop. Participants will explore character design\, silhouettes\, colour and simple shading techniques while creating their own unique pixel art character. A fun introduction to the visual language of pixel art and game character creation.(Requires Comic Con accreditation to attend)
URL:https://ctiaf.com/event/ctiaf-x-cca-learn-to-create-a-pixel-art-character/
LOCATION:johannesburg Expo Centre\, \, Cnr Nasrec & Randshow Roads\,\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2091\, South Africa
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctiaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/CTIAF-SocialMedia-v2-02-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Comic Con Africa":MAILTO:info@comicconafrica.co.za
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260924T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260927T170000
DTSTAMP:20260921T175025Z
CREATED:20260921T175022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T175025Z
UID:2901-1790236800-1790528400@ctiaf.com
SUMMARY:Get Creative at Comic Con Africa
DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by the Cape Town International Animation Festival in partnership with SAE Institute Johannesburg  \n\n\n\nGet hands-on with the creative process through a series of interactive workshops exploring storytelling\, animation\, games\, drawing and sound. Whether you’re a complete beginner or already creatively inclined\, come along\, experiment with new skills and make something of your own. \n\n\n\nYou can also discover a selection of exceptional short films from Africa and Europe\, currently making their way around the international film festival circuit.Get your Comic Con Africa Accreditation now!
URL:https://ctiaf.com/event/get-creative-at-comic-con-africa/
LOCATION:johannesburg Expo Centre\, \, Cnr Nasrec & Randshow Roads\,\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2091\, South Africa
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctiaf.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/CTIAF-SocialMedia-v2-01-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Comic Con Africa":MAILTO:info@comicconafrica.co.za
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