Conventions & Events
From the buzzing halls of anime cons to exclusive fan meetups and digital premieres, this section covers the exciting world of anime-related events! Follow along with convention and events reports, cosplay galleries, panel highlights, guest appearances, and behind-the-scenes looks at the fandom in motion — whether you’re attending in person or living vicariously online.
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Krispy Kreme Pokémon Doughnuts at Comic Con Africa 2026: Price & Pre-Order Guide
Krispy Kreme is bringing its full six-doughnut Pokémon collection to Comic Con Africa 2026, and ticket holders can pre-order before the convention. Here’s what each Pokémon doughnut tastes like, how much a dozen costs, how the ordering process works and what you need to know before collecting yours.
6–8 minutes -
Comic Con Africa 2026: Pokémon Turns 30
Pokémon is celebrating 30 years at Comic Con Africa 2026 with a packed line-up for fans young and old. From the Main Stage anniversary celebration and Pokémon quizzes to cosplay, TCG collecting, card grading and limited-edition doughnuts, here’s what Pokémon fans should have on their convention schedule.
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Comic Con Africa 2026: Otaku Town
Comic Con Africa 2026’s Otaku Town is shaping up as a must-visit stop for anime, manga and Japanese pop-culture fans. Discover JETRO Super Japan, exclusive merchandise, Japanese food, the Street Fighter Free-to-Play Zone and the small community touches that make Otaku Town worth exploring.
9–13 minutes -
Comic Con Africa 2026: Anime and Animation Guests You Can Meet
Comic Con Africa 2026 has plenty for anime and animation fans, from five One Piece live-action cast members to the voices behind Rick and Morty, Storm and Kratos. See which guests are attending, their appearance days, Main Stage times and what to know before booking autographs or photo opportunities.
4–7 minutes -
Comic Con Africa 2026 Giveaway #3: Name a Character You Love
Who’s the character you love enough to nominate? Comic Con Africa 2026 Giveaway #3 asks anime, manga, manhwa, manhua, donghua, aeni and webtoon fans to name a favourite character for a chance to win Friday tickets.
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Comic Con Africa 2026 Giveaway #2: If You Were Only Going to Read One, Read This
Comic Con Africa 2026 Giveaway #2 is for readers. Recommend manga, manhwa, manhua or webtoon you think everyone should try, and you could win Friday tickets. South African readers can enter on the blog and across @AllAnimeMag platforms for multiple chances in the draw.
3–5 minutes
By Otaku for Otaku