There’s Still Time To Back The Kugali Anthology Kickstarter!

Are we still on that Black Panther hype? Of course we are. Glory to Bast! But as successful and important as Black Panther is to the world right now, there is still work to be done. An African king is dope enough, but how about African characters and comics that are actually written and illustrated by people representative of the culture and the stories that they tell? That’s what the Kugali magazine has been dedicated to providing. But now it’s time to get more exposure. What is Kugali? Kugali is a comics magazine that comes out each month that showcases different African writers and artists by publishing their work in print. In each issue, they conduct a mini interview with the creative team to get insight on inspiration, process, and what readers can look forward to. This makes the creators accessible and serves as an example to readers that it’s worth it to chase your dreams. I got a real, serious question. Other than Black Panther (who was created by two white dudes), can you name one comic book that is about African culture? (I promise that’s the last time I mention Black Panther). Kugali is working to change what a comic looks like by giving the world something that is distinctly personal. This, in turn, validates African and black readers as they see themselves represented on the page and behind the scenes. Emphasis on that last part. It also teaches everyone else who doesn’t identify with this culture lessons that come straight from the source. This isn’t some white …