Johannesburg, Monday, 28 July, 2025 – South Africa’s ultimate youth radio station, 5FM, is teaming up with Comic Con Africa, the continent’s biggest pop culture and gaming event set to take over the Johannesburg Expo Centre from 28 to 31 August 2025.
Back for its 6th year, Comic Con Africa, proudly Ampli5ed by 5FM, is a rich and colourful celebration - of anything from comic books, TV series, movies and games to theme and character dress-ups, Cosplay, and broader pop culture - and promises an unforgettable four-day experience where fandoms collide, passions ignite, and creativity takes centre stage.
This year, fans can expect everything they love and more - from meeting their favourite celebrities like Misha Collins (Castiel from Supernatural), to experiencing the biggest Artist Alley yet, with over 150 local and international artists lined up.
The awesome KidsCon zone - a dedicated space in Hall 6 for all fans – will be offering the latest in collectibles and toys for young Con-goers, gaming competitions and cool activities, making Comic Con Africa the ultimate family day out, while gaming tournaments, free-to-play areas, world-class activations, pop culture merchandise, Cosplay competitions, collectibles, food trucks, and so much more will complete the ultimate fan experience.
5FM will be Ampli5ing the vibe with live broadcasts directly from Comic Con Africa – Top 40 on 5 with Harrison Mkhize on 30 August and The 5 Takeover with Jodell Tantij on 31 August, where listeners can look forward to exclusive interviews with international guests, live updates, and some EPIC giveaways.
The Con’s Show Director, Carla Massmann, says that Comic Con Africa is delighted to partner with 5FM once again. "5FM has been an important friend of the show from its early days, and we are thrilled to continue our partnership with this icon of South African broadcasting. 5FM's presence brings a special energy and vibe all of its own, and we look forward to the excitement they'll be bringing to Comic Con Africa's 2025 edition”.
5FM and Good Hope FM’s Business Manager, Masi Mdingane, says, “Comic Con Africa is one of the biggest highlights on the African youth events calendar, making this partnership a perfect match for the station that lives and breathes youth culture. We are looking forward to a Comic Con Africa that will be bigger, brighter and bolder than ever before.”
For more info, stay tuned to 5FM, visit 5FM.co.za, follow 5FM on all social media platforms or download the 5FM app for iOS and Android.
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