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Afro Geek Festival 2025: Soweto Becomes Wakanda with Cosplay, Gaming & Comics

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This episode spotlights Tapelo Zama, co-founder of Afro Geek, as he shares how the Afro Geek Festival 2025 is bringing township pride and geek culture together in the heart of Soweto. Taking place at the Jabulani Safe Hub on May 24th, the festival is more than just fun – it’s a celebration of African creativity, representation, and tech innovation. Learn how Tapelo and his team are breaking stereotypes and creating a space where everyone, from gamers to comic book artists, can shine.

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9 May English South Africa Business · Non-Profit

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