Comic Con Is Heading to the Continent For the First Time Ever This Fall
The first ever 'Comic Con Africa' will take place in Johannesburg from September 14-16.
African comic lovers rejoice!
The creators of Comic Con New York, Reed Pop, are bringing their annual comic convention to South Africa this fall for the first time ever.
Gamers, comic book lovers, cosplayers and more will gather at Johannesburg's Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit and International Convention Center for two days at the newly established "Comic Con Africa." The event will include gaming, panels, eSports, and special appearances from cast members of Game of Thrones, and the Big Bang Theory, reports Channel 24 News.
With the monumental release of Black Panther—which racked in record-breaking R16.8 million at South African box offices opening weekend—and the announcement of the upcoming convention, it's certainly not a bad time to be a comic lover on the continent. The film's global influence is undeniable.
Comic Con Africa is currently accepting applications from folks in the comic book, film, television, video game and collectibles industries looking to be exhibitors at the convention. Ticket information and a confirmed list of exhibitors is still on the way.
To celebrate the news, revisit that one time Lupita Nyong'o hilariously took over Comic Con San Diego incognito in a Pink Power Ranger costume.
