ZUFAN: Africanfuturstic Graphic Novel
1896 Italian invasion of Ethiopia told as a Sci-fi! Great for kids and adults. Powerful Black history that’s not taught in schools (but should be!). As seen on Financial Times, OkayAfrica, and more!
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For Fans of Star Wars, Attack on Titan and March
ZUFAN is a sci-fi graphic novel inspired by the 1896 Italian invasion of Ethiopia. It starts from the Berlin Conference and the Scramble for Africa. In our story, it’s the Scramble for Earth. Aliens from different planets meet to divide Earth among themselves and start invading. And only one continent successfully resists their invasion; Africa…
Fragile African Alliance
But the conflicting interests of African Alliance members has the continent teetering on collapse. The aliens are also exploiting this weakness.
It’s up to newly elected leader, ZUFAN, to unite the nation against aliens with overwhleming technological advantage. Otherwise, they will suffer the same fate as the rest of the world…
Deluxe Hardcover
The 140+ page graphic novel combines previously released Issues 1 and 2 with brand NEW Issues 3 and 4 into one complete volume. The deluxe hardcover also includes bonus Behind The Scene content and ribbon bookmark!
The Real history behind zufan
1884, Berlin. European leaders meet to divide Africa’s land and resources among themselves. Instead of fighting each other, they agree to share the continent like “gentlemen.” Only one African country successfully resists their invasion; Ethiopia.
1896, Adwa, Ethiopia. The news shocks Europe. Italy has suffered a terrible defeat. Ethiopia’s victory sparks a wave of anti-colonial resistance across Africa.
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ZUFAN is made by an all-African creative team and published by a Black-Owned publisher. By choosing ZUFAN, you empower Black and international artists to express & share their art unapologetically.
Written by Beserat Debebe (Jember, Hawi), art by Stanely Obende (Burna Boy’s ‘The Secret Flame’) and Ringo nominated colorist Toyin ‘Morby’ Ajetunmobi, and cover art by Yussuf Adeleye.
Reconnect With Your African Heritage
Everyone deserves to feel seen and to belong. Graphic Novels like ZUFAN help Black kids reconnect with their African heritage & foster pride in their identity. They also help them build a lifelong love for reading.
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ZUFAN ZUFAN is a sci-fi graphic novel inspired by the 1896 Italian invasion of Ethiopia. It starts from the Berlin Conference and the Scramble for Africa. In ZUFAN, it’s the Scramble for Earth. Aliens from different planets meet to divide Earth among themselves and start invading. And only one continent successfully resists their invasion; Africa.But the African Alliance is fragile. The conflicting interests of its members has the continent teetering on collapse. The aliens are also exploiting this weakness. It’s up to newly elected leader, ZUFAN, to unite the nation against aliens with overwhleming technological advantage. The 140+ page graphic novel combines previously released Issues 1 and 2 with brand NEW Issues 3 and 4 into one complete volume. The deluxe hardcover book also includes bonus Behind The Scene content and ribbon bookmark! ZUFAN has raised over $60,000 by more than 1080 Backers. It’s available in English and Amharic. ZUFAN ships worldwide. It’s one of the most celebrated African sci-fi / Africanfuturisim graphic novels for ages middle grade, teens and adults. As seen on Financial Times, OkayAfrica, and more.