Jiwe IO

28/04/2025

🚀 Ready to level up your dev skills this Labor Day? 🚀
Join us for an exclusive Developer Talk with Manuel Sainsily, a Unity Advocate and Futurist from the United States.

Get the inside scoop on the Unity Roadmap, discover new opportunities, and see how Unity Muse and AI tools can fast-track your game development journey. 🎮✨

🗓 Date: Thursday, May 1st, 2025
🕢 Time: 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM EAT
📍 Online

👉 Don’t miss out — register now and be part of the future of game dev!
🔗 Visit https//:jiwe.io save your spot

Special thanks to our partners:

25/04/2025

World IP Day 2025 is all about COMPOSING, PLAYING, and CODING HITS — together!
Musicians and game developers, let’s collaborate and spark new ideas.
Join Jiwe Community alongside , and

🗓️Date: 26th April 2025
⏱️Time: 2PM - 6PM
📍Location: Santuri Salon, The Mall Westlands

Register now for just Ksh 300 — scan the QR code and let’s create!

24/04/2025

HAPPENING TODAY!

GRAB A FREE TICKET BY REGISTERING IN THE LINK BELOW!

https://jiwe.io/game-jams/workshop-developing-aidriven-cars-in-unreal-engine

23/04/2025

Hello Everybody!
This weeks workshop is set!
Join us for an exciting and immersive Unreal Technical Workshop where you’ll learn how to build AI-driven cars and dynamic gameplay using Unreal Engine.

This is a hands-on session is perfect for game developers and tech enthusiasts looking to enhance their skills in AI and game development in Unreal.

Requirements: Must have Unreal Installed.

🗓 Date: Thursday, 25th April 2025
🕖 Time: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM EAT
📍 Location: Hybrid – Join via Discord or in-person at Westlands The Mall, Basement, Santuri Salon

In this workshop we will:
1)Explore the power of Unreal Engine for vehicle simulation

2)Get step-by-step guidance on implementing AI behaviors in vehicles

3)Engage on how to develop stunning matatu-style designs

4)Engage with an expert developer

Register on : https://jiwe.io/game-jams/workshop-developing-aidriven-cars-in-unreal-engine

14/04/2025

01/04/2025

🚀 4 DAYS TO GO! 🚀

Gamers, are you ready for the ultimate RETRO GAME NIGHT? 🎮✨

Join us this Saturday, April 5th, at 6 PM for a nostalgic night filled with classic games, great vibes, and delicious food! 🍗🍟

📍 Venue: Green Table Pizza, Lavington Corner Mall, James Gichuru Road
💰 Entry Fee: KES 1,900

Don't miss out! Secure your spot now:
📲 Mpesa: 4140659 (Account Name: Retro)
📞 RSVP/Inquiries: 0746857454

Tag your squad and let’s level up together! 🕹️🔥

28/03/2025

Game Developers, Creators, and Enthusiasts! 🎮🚀
Join us for the Jiwe Game Jams 2025 Launch Event, hosted by Jiwe and the Nairobi Game Development Center!
📅 Friday, April 4, 2025 🕖 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
📍 NGDC, Parklands.

Kickstarting a series of exciting game jams, developer talks, and workshops, this event is your gateway to networking, learning, and innovating in the gaming industry! Meet top industry players, explore new opportunities, and get insights into game monetization models.

Free entry! RSVP now at Meetup.com.

For more details, visit: https://jiwe.studio/stories/jiwe-game-jams-at-ngdc-2025/

26/03/2025

Jiwe Studio is launching Jiwe Game Jams 2025 at Nairobi Game Development Conference (NGDC)—a year-long initiative designed to ignite game development in Africa. We’re looking for brands, organizations, and creative minds to help us build the future of African gaming.

What’s a Game Jam?
A game jam is a fast-paced, creative event where developers, artists, and storytellers collaborate to build video games in a short time. It’s all about innovation, learning, and pushing the boundaries of game design!

Why Partner with Us?
Support Local Talent – Empower Kenyan game developers to bring their ideas to life.
Industry Collaboration – Work alongside Unity experts, studios, and top creatives.
Expand Africa’s Gaming Market – Help shape monetization strategies and foster industry growth.

If you’re interested in partnering, fill in the form here: https://forms.gle/uor5aKoC5g2UX2Mz8

07/09/2024

🌟Rencontre inspirante pour nos lauréats!🌟

FR| La semaine dernière, nos 15 lauréats se sont retrouvés pour une session collective interactive lors de laquelle ils ont pu échanger avec 4 anciens lauréats des éditions précédentes, à savoir :

✨David Masanso, directeur de Crossroads Digital Multimedia Ltd
✨Sébastien Bazemo, créateur de mode et fondateur de la marque Sébastien Bazemo
✨Awatef Mosbeh, fondatrice de Morbiket
✨Dzifa Anagblah, fondatrice de Safi Label

Ces derniers ont partagé leurs parcours d’entrepreneurs, leur expérience avec Afrique Créative, et ont offert des conseils précieux pour réussir l’aventure entrepreneuriale.

Merci à tous et toutes pour ces échanges enrichissants ! 🙏

*****

EN| Last week, our 15 laureates gathered for an interactive group session where they had the opportunity to engage with 4 alumni from previous editions, including:

✨David Masanso Director of Crossroads Digital Multimedia Ltd
✨Sébastien Bazemo, Fashion Designer and Founder of the brand Sébastien Bazemo
✨awatef mosbeh, Founder of Morbiket
✨Dzifa Anagblah, Founder of Safi Label

The alumni shared their entrepreneurial journeys, their experiences with Afrique Créative, and offered valuable advice for succeeding in the entrepreneurial journey.

Thank you all for these enriching exchanges! 🙏

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