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South African Anime/Manga Cosplay and Waza Japan Store in Cape Town: Featuring Afro-Mangaka Awali, Cosplayer Zayaan and Botha from WAZA Japan Store on TV 5 Monde

Join us for an exciting exploration of Afro Manga artistry and Japanese culture in Cape Town! Afro Manga and Cosplay brings together the vibrant worlds of African storytelling and manga artistry. It show cases how far Japan has shared its culture with Africa. Waza Japan Store, located at 201 Bree Street, offers a wide range of high-quality Japanese goods, from kitchen knives and gardening tools to traditional tatami products and ceramics.

Don’t miss our special feature with Cosplayer Zayaan “Black Lily Cosplay” Farouk (@BlakeLilium), a talented artist known for bringing anime and manga characters to life through cosplay. Zayaan’s passion for cosplay and her creative interpretations have made her a standout in the cosplay community.

Also, meet Ziyaad Rahman of Awali Comics, the creative mind behind Siri Watu: Descendants of Africa, South Africa’s first Afro Manga series. Ziyaad’s work blends African culture with manga artistry, creating a unique and captivating storytelling experience.

Catch our segment on TV 5 Monde, where we delve into the fusion of cultures and the artistry behind Afro Manga and Japanese craftsmanship. Tune in to learn more about the creative processes, challenges, and future of this innovative art form.