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Junior Antony Maina
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- LEARNING JAMUpcomingRegistration open
JSG LEARNING GAME JAM
Hosted by Bridget Wanjiru Wachira
Oct 5, 2026 - Dec 12, 2026
JSG LEARNING GAME JAM Learn. Create. Compete. Build Your Future in Games. She Code Africa, in collaboration with Jiwe.io and Games for Change Africa, brings you the JSG Learning Game Jam, a hands-on learning and game development experience designed to help aspiring game developers take their first steps into the gaming industry. Are you a university student or a recent graduate (within the last 2 years) passionate about games and curious about what it takes to build one? This is your chance to learn, create, collaborate, and experience game development before stepping into the industry. WHAT TO EXPECT The program combines structured mentorship + hands-on learning + a 2-week game jam, allowing participants to transform their ideas into playable games. LEARN FROM INDUSTRY-FOCUSED MENTORSHIP Throughout the mentorship period, participants will follow a structured learning program supported by the Jiwe.io team, covering key areas of game development: Narrative design -ART 3D and 2D -Game mechanics -Audio Visual Engineering -Publishing and Monetization You won't just learn about making games; you'll explore the different skills, disciplines, and business considerations that come together to create engaging game experiences. THEN... IT'S GAME JAM TIME! After completing the mentorship program, participants will put their new skills to the test in an intensive 2-week Game Jam. A surprise theme will be revealed at the start of the jam. From there, it's up to you and your team to imagine, design, build, and bring your game to life. HOW WILL GAMES BE JUDGED? Games will be evaluated based on: 💡 Creativity 🚀 Innovation 🌟 Originality 🎮 Fun & Playability WHAT HAPPENS AFTER THE JAM? The journey doesn't end when the game jam does. The Top 5 Games will have the opportunity to progress into a one-on-one mentorship period under Games for Change Africa, allowing selected teams to develop further and explore the potential of their games. PROGRAMME TIMELINE Applications: 16 September – 1 October 2026 Deadline: 3 October 2026 11:59 PM Mentorship: 5 October – 28 November 2026 Game Jam: 29 November – 12 December 2026 Judging: 13 December 2026 - 17 December 2026 Winner announcement: 18 December 2026 WHO SHOULD APPLY? This program is for: - University students interested in game development - Graduates who completed their studies within the last 2 years - Aspiring game developers looking to gain practical experience - Creatives interested in storytelling, art, design, sound, or game development - Anyone excited to learn, collaborate, and build games You don't have to be an expert. You just need the curiosity to learn and the passion to create. READY TO BUILD YOUR FIRST GAME? Come prepared to learn, experiment, have fun, meet fellow creators, and explore your future in the game industry. Your first game could be the beginning of something bigger. LEARN. CREATE. COMPETE. GROW. Applications open on 16 September 2026.
30 Participants 
GAME JAMIn progressRegistration openDhala Corner 2026: Building the Future of African Play
Hosted by Max Musau
Sep 22, 2026 - Oct 8, 2026
Dala Corner is the dedicated gaming arcade at the 13th Fak’ugesi African Digital Innovation Festival. This year, under the theme African Imaginaries, we are transforming the Tshimologong Digital Innovation Precinct into a living laboratory of African digital culture. We aren't just exhibiting games—we are building the systems that allow African ideas to move from possibility to practice. The Opportunity: Jiwe IO is partnering with the Fak’ugesi Festival to power the Dala Corner showcase. We are inviting African game developers and studios to submit projects that define the multiplayer and social landscape of the continent. Whether you are building competitive e-sports titles, cooperative adventures, party games, or experimental multiplayer prototypes, we want your work to be visible, playable, and public. What We Are Looking For: We are focused on games that bring people together. Your project is eligible if it: Focuses on Multiplayer/Social play: Including local, online, competitive, cooperative, or experimental social experiences. Is in any development stage: Prototypes, vertical slices, alpha/beta, and works-in-progress are welcome, provided they are stable enough for a live public environment. Represents African Innovation: We are looking for the unique voices, styles, and stories shaping the African gaming ecosystem. What Selected Developers Receive: Physical Showcase Position: A featured station at the Dala Corner Arcade at Tshimologong (October 13–17, 2026). Audience Engagement: Direct playtesting and feedback from festival attendees, industry professionals, and researchers. Award Eligibility: All showcase participants are eligible for the Jiwe IO Multiplayer Prototype of the Year award, featuring a US$200 development grant and continued platform visibility. Ecosystem Access: Connection to the wider Fak’ugesi community of technologists, artists, and innovators. Key Dates: Submission Deadline: October 2, 2026 Selection & Setup: October 8–13, 2026 Festival Showcase: October 14–17, 2026 Ready to build? Submit your project below to be considered for a physical showcase position. There is no submission fee. Let’s show the world what the continent is building.
17 Participants
