Comic Con Africa (Johannesburg)

As Africa's first major comic convention, Comic Con Africa has achieved the fastest regional growth since its 2018 launch, boasting a 45% increase in annual attendance over three years to reach 20,000 visitors in 2025. Its debut in Johannesburg solidified a continental stage for African creators, with featured artists rising from 50 in 2018 to 180 in 2025. While younger than long-established rivals, its rapid expansion proves pop culture fandom is truly global, offering an authentic gateway to emerging talent.