Bringing together creators, investors and tools from across the continent, Lagos hosts a game-changing event for African mobile games.
For years, Africa’s mobile gaming scene has grown behind the scenes, and now it’s stepping into the spotlight with MaliyoCON 2025. Hosted by Nigerian studio Maliyo Games, the event takes place on 11 December 2025 in Lagos, setting a landmark moment for game development on the continent.
MaliyoCON is not your usual games expo. It is the first conference of its kind in Africa dedicated entirely to mobile game development, aiming to connect local talent with global tools, investment, and publishing opportunities
Attendees can expect a dynamic agenda: workshops led by industry experts, panel discussions on monetisation and global publishing, live game demonstrations, and a pitch competition where upcoming African creators can present their projects to investors and publishers.
Why does this matter? Africa has one of the fastest-growing mobile markets in the world, yet African developers often lack visibility and access to infrastructure. MaliyoCON aims to change that by spotlighting the “tools, talent and games powering the industry’s growth” across the continent.
Whether you’re a solo indie developer, a studio leader, or someone curious about where African mobile gaming is heading, MaliyoCON offers a rare opportunity to network, learn and launch. From Lagos, to the rest of Africa, its ripple effect could be massive for creators everywhere.
MaliyoCON 2025 is more than an event, it’s a signal that Africa’s mobile-game makers are ready for the world stage.
Will you be part of the movement? Let us know which developer or game you hope to see at MaliyoCON this year!