Zimbabwe Manga and Comic Book Awards
The Zimbabwe Manga and Comic Book Awards aim to celebrate and elevate local talent in the comic book and manga scene, providing a platform for artists to showcase their work and gain recognition within the community. By highlighting exceptional contributions across various categories, these awards seek to encourage creativity, innovation, and collaboration among Zimbabwean creators. The inaugural ceremony will take place during the Nakamarket 2024, allowing attendees to engage with and support local talent firsthand.
2024 Nominations and Voting
Nomination for the awards will open from October 30th to November 29th, 2024. Artists can nominate themselves or be nominated by others by submitting their work or providing links to their creations. This approach not only fosters community engagement but also helps in discovering new local works. After the nomination period, voting will occur from December 1st to December 7th, with all voting conducted by fans through online platforms and text messaging. The winners will be announced on December 8th, during the Nakamarket event, creating a celebratory atmosphere that recognizes and appreciates the hard work and creativity of Zimbabwe’s manga and comic book artists.
To try and reduce the replication of nominations, the list of works and artists nominated per segment will be shared daily from the 2nd of November until close of nominations.
Discover Zimbabwean Comic Book and Manga Artists
During the nomination period for the Zimbabwe Manga and Comic Book Awards, artists will be encouraged to share links to their works on the nominations page. This initiative aims to enhance visibility for local talent by allowing readers and fans to easily access and explore the creative outputs of the nominees. By clicking on these links, audiences can discover new comic book and manga creations, engage with the artists’ styles, and support their favorite works. This interactive approach not only celebrates the nominees but also fosters a deeper connection between artists and the community, ultimately enriching the local comic and manga culture.
Nomination Categories
Historic Publications
This section refers to all comic books and manga published before 1 January 2024.
- Best Comic Book
- Best Manga
- Best Cover Art
- Best Narrative or Storyline
NEW Publications (2024)
This section speaks to comic books and manga published after 1 January 2024
- Best New Narrative or Storyline (Published in 2024)
- Best New Cover Art (Published in 2024)
- Best New Comic Book (Published in 2024)
- Best New Manga (Published in 2024)
