'Tabproduction Studios Ltd' is a Zambian animation studio headquartered in Lusaka. Officially incorporated in 2023, it was founded by Tabitha Mwale[2] and is the first traditional animation company in the country.[3] It is recognized for its work in animation, film production, and music video animations for artists like FJay.[4] The studio gained prominence with the release of Zambia's first anime, "The Super", and has since expanded its reach to international audiences. [5]
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| Company type | Private |
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| Industry | Animation |
| Founded | January 27, 2023 |
| Founder | Tabitha "Tabs" Mwale [1] |
| Headquarters | , Zambia |
| Products | |
| Website | tabproductions |
Works
editAnimated Films
editCultural impact
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Tabproduction Studios gained widespread recognition as the first successful traditional animation studio in Zambia with the release of The Super.[8] Premiering in 2022, the anime is regarded as a milestone in the nation's creative industry. Its launch was met with significant acclaim, with sold-out screenings and the attendance of notable figures, including the Japanese Ambassador, who praised the project’s cultural impact and potential to foster international collaboration. The Super has been credited with inspiring a new generation of Zambian creatives, positioning the studio as a leader in the region's growing animation industry.[9]
See also
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References
edit- ^ "Tabitha Tabs Mwale". IMDB. November 1, 2024. Retrieved November 23, 2024.
- ^ "Tab Productions Homepage". Tab Productions. January 30, 2023. Retrieved November 23, 2024.
- ^ "Young lady behind Zambia's growing anime popularity". CGTN Africa. October 12, 2024. Retrieved November 24, 2024.
- ^ "F Jay unleashes new music video taste nyula". Lusaka Times. November 30, 2021. Retrieved November 23, 2024.
- ^ "A new hub for anime is born in Southern Africa". InDepth News. July 24, 2024. Retrieved November 22, 2024.
- ^ "The genius behind Zambias first anime series". Aljazeera. July 24, 2024. Retrieved November 23, 2024.
- ^ "Zambia animation Twaano set to hit cinemas". Diggers. January 6, 2024. Retrieved November 23, 2024.
- ^ "African animation takes centre stage top studios to watch". Newscentral. June 4, 2024. Retrieved November 24, 2024.
- ^ "The Super Launch Recap". NerdOtaku. August 29, 2022. Retrieved November 24, 2024.