Clowns, archangels and fake heads: Nairobi’s anime convention – in pictures

The Guardian UK Tuesday 25 August 2026, 05:00 UTC By Josy Forsdike 1 min read

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Organised by Movie Jabber, the annual Otamatsuri is Africa’s only comic-con festival. Over the two-day event, people dressed in costumes and accessories gather at Carnivore Grounds in Kenya’s capital to celebrate creative arts, gaming tournaments and comic book culture Continue reading...

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