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MK App MK App—Learning Meets African Creativity Discover the MK App, your gateway to a rich library of African educational and creative content—eBooks, audiobooks, animations, and more! Designed for curious minds, the MK App blends learning with entertainment, helping children explore African stories, cultures, and values in exciting new ways. Download today and let the adventure begin—right from your device. Get the MK App Media Kit Share the Story. Inspire the Future. Join us in celebrating and amplifying authentic African creativity! Muna Kalati’s MK App and Muna TV bring captivating African animated stories and educational content to audiences worldwide. Whether you’re a content creator, influencer, or passionate supporter, you can be part of our mission to make African stories more visible. We’ve made it simple—access our Media Kits and Ready-to-Use Captions through the link below. With high-quality visuals, engaging copy, and all the tools you need, you can start promoting today and help us inspire the next generation of African storytellers. Access Media Kit & Captions Muna TV Muna TV—African Stories Come Alive Step into a world where African culture takes center stage! Muna TV is your home for high-quality African animated stories—fun, engaging, and deeply rooted in our heritage. From exciting adventures to inspiring life lessons, Muna TV brings content that entertains and educates children and young audiences while keeping our traditions alive. Join thousands of viewers discovering the beauty of Africa, one story at a time. Watch on Muna TV

MK Testimonials We value the experiences and feedback of our community members. This space is dedicated to showcasing the voices and stories of those we’ve impacted through our initiatives. The Muna Kalati app is a great project I’d highly recommend it to every parent. Zion Thompson Venture Builder Muna Kalati fait un excellent travail que j'apprécie énormément. L'innovation qu'apporte cette merveilleuse structure part de l'internationalisation de ses travaux à la diversification de ses activités. Chédrack Dègbé Testimonial Muna Kalati is making significant strides in understanding the African children's publishing landscape and unlocking its potential. Edem Torkornoo Testimonial I’m personally inspired by what Muna Kalati is building this could be a unicorn in the industry! Anita Williams Business Consultant This is an impressive one; truly great work that Muna Kalati is doing Femi Moito Innovest Afrika Muna Kalati is a game-changer! African children finally see themselves in the stories they read. Chamrid Kpadonou Lead CKLE

MK MAGAZINE Muna Kalati Magazine is a digital publication dedicated to promoting African children's literature, authors, and illustrators. It serves as a platform for sharing stories, insights, and resources related to children's books in Africa. The magazine typically features: Author and Illustrator Spotlights: Interviews and profiles of African creators, showcasing their work and contributions to children's literature. Book Reviews: Reviews of new and notable children's books, highlighting culturally relevant stories and themes. Educational Resources: Articles that provide tips for parents and educators on fostering literacy and engagement with African literature. Cultural Insights: Pieces that explore the rich diversity of cultures, languages, and storytelling traditions across the continent. Community Engagement: Opportunities for readers to get involved, such as contributing their own stories, artwork, or reviews.

Country report on the state of children's book in the Gambia The Gambia has a rich cultural heritage and a growing literary scene. The country has produced notable writers and storytellers who have contributed to the field of children’s literature. Storytelling formed the major aspect of the Gambian children’s literature because it is part of oral tradition. Read more Children's Literature in Ghana The promotion and teaching of reading for children in Ghana are influenced by various sociocultural, economic, and political factors. The sociocultural factors include the diversity of languages, cultures, and religions in the country, which affect the availability and acceptability of books for different groups of children. Read more Children's Literature in Liberia This analysis focuses on the database of children’s books developed by Muna Kalati for Liberia. This is part of a wider research project aimed at gathering and examining data on children’s books in eight African nations: Nigeria, Liberia, Sierra Leone, The Gambia, Cameroon, Senegal, Guinea Conakry, and Togo. Read more Children's Book Industry in Nigeria The landscape of children’s literature in Nigeria reflects a rich and diverse history of storytelling, creativity, and educational value. Nigerian children’s literature refers to the body of literature that is written about children, for children, or those that are within the interest range of children in Africa (Ngwuchukwu, 2010). Read more APERÇU DE L’ÉDITION JEUNESSE AU SÉNÉGAL Ce rapport d’étude présente les acteurs de la littérature de jeunesse au Sénégal. Il permet d’avoir un aperçu des tendances et des caractéristiques des livres pour enfants dans le pays, y compris les principaux acteurs au niveau de la création, production, distribution et consommation du livre jeunesse dans le pays. Read more french Un Aperçu De La Litterature Jeunesse en Guinée Conakry Notre aventure heuristique sur la question de la littérature de jeunesse nous a conduit en Guinée. Cette recherche est soutenue par le programme de subvention Google News Initiative et vise à fournir une vue d’ensemble de l’état de la littérature pour enfants sur le continent africain. Read more french Un Aperçu De La Litterature Jeunesse en côte d’ivoire Le programme de subvention Google News Initiative nous permet d’explorer l’état de la littérature pour enfants et de jeunesse en Côte d’Ivoire. L’analyse de la base de données des œuvres jeunesse de ce pays nous donne un aperçu des tendances et des caractéristiques des livres pour enfants dans le pays, y compris la distribution géographique, l’impact de l’édition entre autres. Read more french Regard analytique sur l’édition jeunesse au Bénin Cette analyse est centrée sur la base de données des livres pour enfants au Bénin et fait partie d’une initiative de recherche plus large visant à collecter et analyser des données sur les livres pour enfants dans huit pays africains, dont le Bénin. La recherche est partiellement soutenue par le programme de subventions Google News Initiative et vise à fournir une vue d’ensemble de l’état de la littérature pour enfants sur le continent africain Read more french

3D Character Acting Course 3D Character Acting GH₵ 789.27 GH₵ 592 Duration Software Time 1 month free 9-12am or 1 -4pm Autodesk Maya 8 weeks Mentorship Level Prerequisite Intermediate 3D animation Jumpstart Register Now Bring your 3D Character to life in 8 weeks! In this intermediate training series of 8 weeks from basics to portfolio you will develop the artistic and technical skills needed to be successful as a character animator. We will provide you with hands-on instruction and valuable industry insights. You’ll start the course by learning how to animate a bouncing ball and finish with full body acting. You will learn the critical principles of animation like weight and overlapping action, convey emotions effectively like joy, devastation and concern, learn to express different weights, create a stylized walk cycle to showcase personality and emotion. When you graduate you will receive a Certificate of Completion and leave with an exciting 12 second demo reel! Who is this course designed for? This course is for intermediate users of Autodesk Maya who want to make a career in 3D character animation. Learn from our proven, trusted Character Acting curriculum – based on what is taught in big international studios. The training goes beyond the theory to help you truly understand the art and craft of animation. Work with industry quality characters and assets and create an amazing demo reel full and then prepare yourself to apply for a job as a character animator. Course Outline Introduction To Storytelling Story Lecture: Once upon a time… Story is King Three parts of a great story (Introduction, Build up and Resolution) Storyboard Introduction To Acting What is acting? Playing a role Improvising with Voice and speech Continuity Body Mechanics Pantomiming Principles of Animation and Keyframing 12 Principles of Animation (Overshoot, anticipation, secondary motion etc) 2D planning process (sketch a basic storyboard) Paths of Actions Setting up basic keyframes Introduction to Timeline and range slider Animating simple objects (bouncing ball) Playblast for review Using graph editor to perfect motion Animating with physics: bouncing ball & obstacle course Homework – Students will practice the basic principles on simple objects Character Animation Getting inspiration from references Referencing a rig Creating Poses with emotion (face and body) Posing: Weak vs Strong Poses, Line of Action, Weight, Centre of Gravity, Balance Working in passes (block, spline & polish) Walk/run/jump cycle animation starting with the blocking pass Doing additional animation passes Polishing of walk/run/jump animation with a focus on the principles of animation Homework Student exercises include walk, run cycle and primary facial expression. Body Mechanics Getting inspiration from references Weight, Centre of Gravity, Balance Working in passes (blocking and splining) Doing additional animation passes Bi-pedal character movement Basic Quad-pedal or four legged movement Homework Student exercises include Heavy Lift, walking and running Pantomiming Fine tuning your acting Overlapping actions Offset body parts Acting through pantomime Dealing with intense physical action shots with Weight pushes, pulls and lifts Facial Acting and Lip Sync Making the right acting choices Facial Animation Lip synchronization techniques Student to act or choose a reference shot (12 seconds or less) for their portfolio Polishing Tuning your shots Working with continuity across cuts Planning and blocking process for a substantial length of dialog Improve believability and appeal Portfolio And Reel Development What is Portfolio vs Reel? Project – Student must work on their character project for their reel and final assessment. Putting It All Together/Work Day using Premiere Pro or any simple editing software Adding Sound Effects and music Finishing and exporting the final 12 sec video Instructors will review the finished piece for their portfolio, and students will be graded. Project, Mentorship and Assessment Instructors will review and grade the finished piece for their portfolio Final viewing party: Kick back, relax, and watch student reel

Writer of the Month Each month, we spotlight one exceptional voice in our community whose writing stands out for its originality, clarity, and impact. Our Writer of the Month is someone who not only crafts compelling stories or articles but also sparks thought, dialogue, and inspiration among readers. This recognition goes to a writer who demonstrates creativity, consistency, and a deep passion for expression. Whether it's through powerful storytelling, insightful commentary, or innovative ideas, their words leave a lasting impression. Join us in celebrating this month's featured writer and their outstanding contribution to our platform. Read More

Choose your pricing plan Free Package GHS 0 0GHS Free Plan Select • Access to limited industry insights and news through month • Invitation to free Muna Kalati virtual events and webinars • Ability to create a basic profile on the Muna Kalati direc • Receive periodic updates on new book releases and upcoming Basic Package GHS 150 150GHS Every month 7 day free trial Start Free Trial • Access to limited industry insights and news • Invitation to free Muna Kalati virtual events and webinars • Ability to create a basic profile on the MK directory • Receive periodic updates on new book releases and events • Membership in Muna Kalati's online community • Receive the Muna Kalati monthly newsletter • Access to one free training workshop per month • Access to a digital library of resources • 5% discount on all marketing services Professional Package GHS 300 300GHS Every month 7 day free trial Start Free Trial • All benefits of the Basic Package • Assistance with promoting one book launch or event per yea • Access to two free webinars or workshops per month • Feature in Muna Kalati's newsletter and social media • One 45-minute monthly mentorship session with experts • 15% discount on all Muna Kalati marketing services • Opportunity to co-host or sponsor events and campaigns • Access to all recorded Muna Kalati's webinars and workshop • Annual consultation to develop a customised marketing plan • Highlighted regularly on Muna Kalati’s website • Access to the digital library including exclusive insights • Priority email and phone support. • Support for up to four book launches or promotional events

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3D Product Modelling 3D Product Modelling GH₵ 1579 GH₵ 1,183.90 Duration Software Time 1 month free Level 4 weeks Maya + Arnold 9-12am or 1-4pm Mentorship Intermediate Register Now Model products in 3D in 4 weeks Creating 3D products for film, TV shows, or video games is an art form in its own right. Simply pulling assets from online stores and dropping them into a 3D scene isn’t enough in today’s competitive industry. You need fundamental art skills, and if you want to stand out from the crowd and present your skills to potential clients/employers, you need to create your art. This 3D product modelling course teaches you how to create your product model from scratch. Course Outline Polygon Modeling Fundamentals Introduction to polygon modeling Selecting and modifying components (vertices, edges, faces) Extrusion, beveling, and subdivision Advanced Polygon Modeling Edge loops and edge flow Booleans and boolean operations Polygon modeling best practices UV Mapping and Texturing Understanding UV mapping Creating UV layouts Applying textures and materials Lighting in Maya Types of lights (point, spot, directional) Adjusting light attributes Creating realistic lighting setups Materials and Shading Introduction to Maya’s Hypershade Creating and applying materials Shader types (Lambert, Blinn, Phong) Rendering Setting up render settings Batch rendering and rendering options Post-processing and compositing Basic Animation Keyframes and animation curves Animation controllers Animation workflow Portfolio Development Students will work on a comprehensive project where they apply the skills they’ve learned throughout the course to model and render a complex 3D product. We will teach students how to showcase their work in a professional portfolio, including creating 3D product renders and presentations. Assessment Throughout the course, assess students’ progress through assignments, quizzes, and their final project. Provide certificates of completion for those who successfully finish the course.

MK in the Media Harnessing Evidence to Drive Success. Insights from our Evidence-Led EdTech Entrepreneurship Course Read More Harnessing Evidence to Drive Success. Insights from our Evidence-Led EdTech Entrepreneurship Course Read More Recognition of Christian Elongué’s contributions to literacy and education, along with his role in advancing youth-focused reading initiatives in Africa Read More Recognition of Christian Elongué’s contributions to literacy and education, along with his role in advancing youth-focused reading initiatives in Africa Read More Muna Kalati's contributions to literacy and digital media in Africa Read More Muna Kalati's contributions to literacy and digital media in Africa Read More Muna Kalati advocated for increased diversity in global children literature during the IBBY 2021 conference, highlighting the need for inclusive stories. Read More Muna Kalati advocated for increased diversity in global children literature during the IBBY 2021 conference, highlighting the need for inclusive stories. Read More Muna Kalati's efforts in increasing diversity in global children's literature Read More Muna Kalati's efforts in increasing diversity in global children's literature Read More The 2023 Golden Kite Award Winners & The Sid Fleischman Award for Humor Read More The 2023 Golden Kite Award Winners & The Sid Fleischman Award for Humor Read More Christian Elongué, Executive Director of Muna Kalati named as a 2021 Global literacy champion and disruptor by International Literacy Association Read More Christian Elongué, Executive Director of Muna Kalati named as a 2021 Global literacy champion and disruptor by International Literacy Association Read More Christian Elongué, CEO of Muna Kalati named 2021 Global literacy champions and visionaries by International Literacy Association Read More Christian Elongué, CEO of Muna Kalati named 2021 Global literacy champions and visionaries by International Literacy Association Read More Muna Kalati Launches An Afrocentric App For Children’s Educational Content Read More Muna Kalati Launches An Afrocentric App For Children’s Educational Content Read More Reading to Heal Read More Reading to Heal Read More African youth publishing, more dynamic than ever but still too little visible Read More African youth publishing, more dynamic than ever but still too little visible Read More Overcoming the Translation Challenges in African Language Publishing for Children Read More Overcoming the Translation Challenges in African Language Publishing for Children Read More Comment les bibliothèques peuvent contribuer à la préventiondes conflits au Cameroun Read More Comment les bibliothèques peuvent contribuer à la préventiondes conflits au Cameroun Read More Local Giving In Africa Read More Local Giving In Africa Read More Round Tables Educational Resources - Abidjan International Book Fair 2024 Read More Round Tables Educational Resources - Abidjan International Book Fair 2024 Read More What is the current state of digital book publishing in Africa? Read More What is the current state of digital book publishing in Africa? Read More Changer l'Afrique en terre de lecteurs : quand la lecture devient essentielle Read More Changer l'Afrique en terre de lecteurs : quand la lecture devient essentielle Read More Christian Elongué, l’entrepreneur camerounais qui veut sauver les livres africains pour enfants ! Read More Christian Elongué, l’entrepreneur camerounais qui veut sauver les livres africains pour enfants ! Read More The State of Literary Agencies in Africa: A Focus on Children’s Books Read More The State of Literary Agencies in Africa: A Focus on Children’s Books Read More The Cameroonian online magazine Muna Kalati Read More The Cameroonian online magazine Muna Kalati Read More Christian Elongué, CEO of Muna Kalati named 2021 Global literacy champions and visionaries by International Literacy Association Read More Christian Elongué, CEO of Muna Kalati named 2021 Global literacy champions and visionaries by International Literacy Association Read More An Interview with Christian Elongué from Muna Kalati, African Children's Literature Research Centre Read More An Interview with Christian Elongué from Muna Kalati, African Children's Literature Research Centre Read More Muna Kalati lance une application éducative dédiée aux livres pour enfants africains Read More Muna Kalati lance une application éducative dédiée aux livres pour enfants africains Read More Overcoming The Translation Challenges In African Language Publishing For Children Read More Overcoming The Translation Challenges In African Language Publishing For Children Read More