Muna MAGAZINE Muna 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. Muna Magazine December Edition Order Now All Releases December Edition January Edition- coming Soon Grab a Digital copy Order Now Printed Copy Order Today

Ambassador of the Month Every month, we proudly recognize individuals who go above and beyond in representing our mission and values. Our Ambassadors of the Month are passionate, dedicated, and make a meaningful impact in their communities and within our network. These outstanding ambassadors lead by example—whether through outreach, innovation, mentorship, or simply showing up with consistent positivity and drive. They inspire others and help shape the vibrant, supportive environment we strive to build every day. Join us in celebrating this month’s featured ambassadors and the incredible work they do! Read More

Our vision is to create an inclusive world where every child is courageous and confident, knowing their true identity and culture through diverse and engaging content that reflects their realities and nurtures their imaginations. At Muna Kalati, we promote the importance of african books, children’s literature and literacy in Africa. 📚 Explore. Learn. Grow. — Anytime, Anywhere! We’re excited to announce that our mobile app is now live ! Access a growing library of eBooks, audiobooks, and educational animations — curated to inspire learners of all ages. Whether you’re at home, in the classroom, or on the move, our app gives you seamless access to quality educational content right from your device. 🎧 Listen to audiobooks on the go 📖 Dive into engaging eBooks offline 🎬 Watch animations that bring learning to life Diverse and engaging content that reflects realities and nurtures imaginations At Muna Kalati, our mission is to provide accessible, relevant, and engaging educational content that improves learning outcomes for African children, promotes African cultural heritage and supports the development of a more educated, and inclusive African society. We are dedicated to promoting African children’s educational resources and empowering young readers with access to high-quality, Africa-focused educational content. Through our digital platforms, publishing services, advocacy campaigns, and workshops, we strive to facilitate intercultural communication, improve literacy, and inspire children to become global citizens and change makers. Read More How we are changing the Narrative for African Children Empowering Literacy through Books and Animation Get a Quote Driving Literacy, Empowering Change At Muna Kalati, we are reimagining the future of African children’s literature through knowledge, capacity, and advocacy. Our initiatives bridge creativity and impact—equipping professionals, inspiring storytellers, and transforming how African stories are told and shared. MK Programs 01 Transform your expertise with Muna Kalati, the ultimate resource hub for children's book publishing professionals. Discover insights, trends, and tools that elevate your publishing game. Join a vibrant community dedicated to nurturing the next generation of young readers. Explore now and revolutionize your approach to children's literature! Explore the Hub 02 Empower yourself with MK capacity development. Our programs are designed to build the skills and capabilities of children’s book professionals, ensuring you stay ahead in the industry. Enhance your expertise and make a greater impact in the world of children’s literature. Join a Program 03 We are dedicated to promoting the importance of children’s literature and literacy across Africa. Join our efforts to create a culture that values and supports young readers and the professionals who nurture their love for books. Get Involved Our Partners MK In Media Calling All African Creators! Are you an author, illustrator, storyteller, or animator with a passion for African children’s stories? Join the movement to shape the next generation of readers and dreamers! Submit your content to the Muna Kalati App We're looking for vibrant eBooks, audiobooks, animations, and learning resources that reflect African cultures, values, and voices. Reach thousands of families across Africa and beyond. Let’s tell our stories the African way! Submit Your Content Are you a Publisher or Animator What People Say Hilma Weber Author and Owner of Temba Kids It's important to have diversity, and I think we have to flood the market with children's content in all kinds of forms, and I don't think it's ever enough. It is important for intercultural learning. Also, the global stage is becoming one, really, so it is important that we put our content there and not getting contents from others out there to make it ours. The goal is for our children to grow up with a sense of identity and pride in their heritage Mimi Kalinda Group CEO & Co-Founder: Africa Communications Media Group We deserve a future where every African child can see themselves in the stories they read and understand them too, and Muna Kalati is hitting just the right spot! Anita Williams Business Consultant I’m personally inspired by what Muna Kalati is building; this could be a unicorn in the industry! Femi Moito Innovest Afrika This is an impressive one; truly great work that Muna Kalati is doing! Latest Blogs View All 1 2 3 4 5

Vision Our vision is to create an inclusive world where every child is courageous and confident, knowing their true identity and culture through diverse and engaging content that reflects their realities and nurtures their imaginations. Mission At Muna Kalati, our mission is to provide accessible, relevant, and engaging educational content that improves learning outcomes for African children, promotes African cultural heritage and supports the development of a more educated, and inclusive African society. We are dedicated to promoting African children’s educational resources and empowering young readers with access to high-quality, Africa-focused educational content. Through our digital platforms, publishing services, advocacy campaigns, and workshops, we strive to facilitate intercultural communication, improve literacy, and inspire children to become global citizens and change makers. Our Impact At Muna Kalati we measure our success by the positive changes we bring to the lives of children, the growth of children's book professionals, and the promotion of literacy in African communities. Our initiatives are making a real difference, one book at a time. See More Advocacy To promote the importance of children’s literature and literacy in Africa Our Partners MK- Partners With diverse backgrounds and skillsets, our team brings a unique and multifaceted perspective to the table. Meet the individuals who make up our impactful organization. MK in the Media 1 2 Meet Our Team Christian Elongue Executive Director Princess Sonia Chief Operations Officer Emmanuel Agbanyo Project Manager Mirinda Blankson Graphic & UI Designer Bright Okyere Technical Lead MK Ambassadors Our ambassadors are advocates for children's literacy, working within their communities to promote the importance of reading and access to books. Learn More Cote d'Ivoire Keïta Oumy Korotoum Oumy Keïta is a former book ambassador for an Ivorian publishing house. She is passionate about audiovisual communication and content creation. She is the creator of the literary podcast Cocon Spirituel and also works as a videographer. Oumy has produced video content for the 2024 Abidjan International Book Fair, showcasing her expertise in literary promotion and multimedia. Kenya Sahara Abdi Sahara Abdi is a literacy advocate, writer, and founder of Northern Voice Trust, championing education for pastoral and marginalized children in northern Kenya. Drawing from personal experience, she creates literature to represent and inspire these communities. Her works, including Araweelo, A Boy Named Salah, and My Brother With the Colourful Brain, have been translated into Somali, Afar, Swahili, and French. Sahara’s stories also feature in African anthologies, highlighting her dedication to literacy and inclusion across the continent. Burkina-Faso Marcelline Compaore Marcelline is a third-year student in business communication from Burkina Faso. A passionate animator for young children and adolescents, she is also a poet. Marcelle has actively participated in various literature-related activities (reading, storytelling, theater, etc.) with children and adolescents. In addition, she has held several positions, including President of the adolescent group of the ICCV (Initiative Communautaire Changer la Vie Nazeremse).She is also the promoter of "Pendo Workshops," an initiative aimed at promoting reading among younger audiences. Togo Ami Dovene Christelle Zami Christelle Zami is an author, interpreter-translator, and educational consultant known for her Ami Series, inspiring environmental awareness in children. She excels in linguistic mediation and develops curricula promoting environmental and multilingual education, reflecting her commitment to nurturing young minds and sustainable learning. Tunisia Ahlem Mahmoud Driss Ahlem Mahmoud Driss is a Tunisian publisher, speech therapist, president and child psychologist. Her publishing house, Celi Editions (present in Tunisia and Senegal), publishes educational and early-learning books and works for parents, with a constant concern for quality. Its aim is “to introduce toddlers to reading by offering suitable books at affordable prices”. MK Spotlight - Animators Careers at Muna Kalati At Muna Kalati, we believe in building a team of talented individuals passionate about making a difference in the world. We foster a culture that values innovation, collaboration, and personal growth. If you're seeking a rewarding career where you can contribute your skills and be a part of our mission-driven organisation, you've come to the right place. Learn More WORK WITH US Phone number Email Contact Us Address

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The Muna Kalati Ambassadors' Program is your opportunity to advocate for children's literacy across Africa. Our ambassadors work to promote the importance of reading and expand access to educational content for children, fostering a culture of lifelong learning. Join the Muna Kalati Ambassadors' Program Are you passionate about children's literature and eager to make a difference in your community? The Muna Kalati Ambassadors' Program is your opportunity to advocate for children's literacy across Africa. Our ambassadors work to promote the importance of reading and expand access to educational content for children, fostering a culture of lifelong learning. By joining, you'll become part of a network of literacy advocates committed to creating positive change. Become a Muna Kalati Ambassador today and help us nurture the next generation of African readers! Join Us Scortia Quansah The Muna Kalati app is a groundbreaking innovation for our children's education. I love the fact that it offers children access to diversified stories, such as fables, faith stories, inspiring stories, and more in ebook format, animated and audio versions. There is always something for every child. Amazingly, too, the content of the stories is such that our children can relate to it and also help shape their morals. Ahlem Driss A travers le programme des ambassadeurs de Muna Kalati, j’ai eu la possibilité de connaître des personnes intéressantes dans le monde de la culture ; créer, modifier et organiser des contenus textuels, graphiques ou multimédias de manière plus professionnelle. Par ailleurs j’ai acquis du savoir sur la gestion des références et des citations ainsi que des outils de collaboration pour travailler en équipe. Nina Armelle ZONGO Grâce à ce programme, j'ai acquis en connaissance à travers des séances de formation enrichissante sur l'illustration des bandes dessinées pour enfants et sur l'intelligence artificielle, ainsi que mener une campagne digitale pour sensibiliser sur l'importance de la lecture pour enfants. Ami Dovene Christelle Zami Le programme des ambassadeurs de Muna Kalati m'a permis de faire du réseautage et de poser les jalons de certains de mes projets. Oumy Keïta Grâce à la deuxième cohorte du programme des ambassadeurs de Muna kalati, j'ai eu de nouvelles connaissances et idées pour la promotion des livres pour enfants. Bethy Ntocko Nkowa Merci à Muna Kalati pour leur formation et leur encadrement précieux. Grâce à leur expertise et leur accompagnement, nous avons pu concevoir et animer un événement pour enfants centré autour du livre qui a laissé une empreinte positive sur tous les participants. 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.

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. Explore YOUNG & READY Are you a young African student leader? Do you have any stories to share of your experiences as a leader? Or maybe you need some inspiration from your peers to step up and be that leader that is in you? Watch out for the Young and Ready Show, the premier podcast show for young African student leaders between 11 and 18 years of age Register here to be featured when the first episode is out. Register your School MK Talks On the Muna Kalati Talks series, we discuss matters relating to the world of children’s literature. Each episode, we have a different group of panellists to discuss a topic relating to the literature space. Explore MK Reports Are you looking for valuable insights into children's publishing, animation, and education? With our association's membership, you will have access to MK Reports, a comprehensive collection of research reports. Our reports contain the most current and reliable data available, so you can stay informed and up-to-date with the latest trends. Explore Explore Children's Literature This book highlights the trajectory that positions Cameroonian children's literature in the contemporary publishing field and also suggests ways to make it more visible. This valuable tool, offered to children's publishing professionals and researchers, analyzes the mechanisms for the transmission and legitimization of children's books in Cameroon. Read More 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

Employee of the Month Every month, we take a moment to recognize a team member whose dedication, performance, and positive attitude truly set them apart. Our Employee of the Month exemplifies excellence in their role and consistently goes above and beyond to contribute to the success of our organization. This recognition is not just about meeting expectations—it’s about exceeding them. Whether through innovation, teamwork, leadership, or outstanding service, this individual has made a meaningful impact that deserves to be celebrated. Join us in congratulating this month’s honoree and thanking them for their hard work and commitment! Read More

Support the Creation of African Stories for African Children! At Muna Kalati, we believe every African child deserves to see themselves in the stories they read, watch, and learn. We are excited to announce our newest animation project: The Adventures of a Kumasi Boy: A vibrant and culturally relevant animation series that brings to life the everyday realities and experiences of young people growing up in Kumasi while teaching the Twi language. This is just one of several new animation stories we are developing for the Muna Kalati App Muna Kalati cannot do it alone. Why We Need Your Help Creating high-quality, educational, and entertaining culturally relevant animation stories takes resources. Your donation will go directly towards: Contracting young African animators Story development and scripting Voice acting, sound production, and post-editing Distribution to children across underserved communities in Ghana and beyond. With your support, we can: Empower young creators Promote African heritage and values Make literacy and learning fun and relatable for thousands of African children. Donate today and be a champion for African stories! Every contribution, big or small, brings us one step closer to telling our stories our way. Let us build a future where African children grow up with content and learning materials that reflect who they are and what they can become. Click the button below to donate and support the next generation of African storytellers and leaders. Donate Now! Thank you for believing in the power of African stories.

3D Animation Jumpstart 3D Animation Jumpstart GH₵ 75K Duration 2 weeks Physical Online Not Available Available Software Maya Mentorship 1 month Get started in 3D animation in just 2 weeks. This course introduces 2D character animation with After Effects software and the DUIK plugin. Students will learn animation fundamentals, from rigging characters to creating frame-by-frame animation. You will also learn how to incorporate effects, add sound to their animations, and use DUIK for character rigging and animation. This course is designed to help students develop the skills necessary to create 2D animations with After Effects and DUIK. This is NOT a beginner’s course and requires students to have basic knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and After Effects. Course Outline Introduction to 3D Animation & Autodesk Maya Course Introduction Overview of 3D Animation Getting started with Autodesk Maya Understanding the Maya Interface Maya workspaces and Viewports Navigation in Maya Maya Viewport – Selecting, hiding and showing objects Grouping/Duplicating Shading modes: wireframe, shaded, textured, lit views Setting up a project Basic Modelling In Maya Introduction to 3D Modeling Working with Primitives Transformation Tools: Move, Rotate, Scale Introduction to the Attribute Editor and Channel Box Object History Combining and separating Polygons Understanding Vertices, Edges, and Faces Curve Tools, Revolving Advanced 3D Modeling Techniques Controlling Surface Quality Using Mainly Polygon Modelling Tools Split Polygon Using the Extrude, Bevel, and Bridge Functions Quads vs Triangles or n-Gons Poly Count and good Topology Understanding Boolean Operations Sculpting Tools Modelling Practice: Create Simple 3D Objects (toys, cups, spoons, chairs, tables, house, etc.) Working with UVs Introduction to UV 3D Planar, Cylindrical, Spherical and Automatic mapping technique Basic UV Unwrapping Manipulating UVs: Cut, Move, Sew, rotate, Unfold & layout 3D Logo & Text Creation Generating 3D Logos from Adobe Illustrator Files Creating Text in 3D Maya 2D Canvas (Paint Effects) Maya Paint Effects: Fire, Smoke, Fireworks and Lightening Texturing & Shading Introduction to Materials and Textures Surfaces (Metal, Wood, Plastic, etc.) Hypershade Editor Standard Surface Material Connecting Textures As Bump/Specular/Diffuse Maps Maya 3D Paint Tool Animation Basics Basics of Animation Understanding the Timeline and Graph Editor Animating a Simple Object Lights and Cameras Introduction to Lights and Cameras in Maya Types of Lights: skydome, area, directional, point and spot Setting up Lights and Camera Basic 3-Point Lighting Setup Creating Turntables Rendering Introduction to Rendering Introduction to Arnold Renderer Arnold Render View Rendering Settings, Batch Rendering, and Formats Rendering Out Still images and video Creating a Short Animated Scene 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

3D Character Rigging 3D Character Rigging GH₵ 150k Duration 2 Weeks Physical Online Not available Available Software Maya Mentorship 1 month Get started in 3D animation in just 2 weeks. This course introduces 2D character animation with After Effects software and the DUIK plugin. Students will learn animation fundamentals, from rigging characters to creating frame-by-frame animation. You will also learn how to incorporate effects, add sound to their animations, and use DUIK for character rigging and animation. This course is designed to help students develop the skills necessary to create 2D animations with After Effects and DUIK. This is NOT a beginner’s course and requires students to have basic knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and After Effects. Course Outline Introduction to 3D Animation & Autodesk Maya Course Introduction Overview of 3D Animation Getting started with Autodesk Maya Understanding the Maya Interface Maya workspaces and Viewports Navigation in Maya Maya Viewport – Selecting, hiding and showing objects Grouping/Duplicating Shading modes: wireframe, shaded, textured, lit views Setting up a project Basic Modelling In Maya Introduction to 3D Modeling Working with Primitives Transformation Tools: Move, Rotate, Scale Introduction to the Attribute Editor and Channel Box Object History Combining and separating Polygons Understanding Vertices, Edges, and Faces Curve Tools, Revolving Advanced 3D Modeling Techniques Controlling Surface Quality Using Mainly Polygon Modelling Tools Split Polygon Using the Extrude, Bevel, and Bridge Functions Quads vs Triangles or n-Gons Poly Count and good Topology Understanding Boolean Operations Sculpting Tools Modelling Practice: Create Simple 3D Objects (toys, cups, spoons, chairs, tables, house, etc.) Working with UVs Introduction to UV 3D Planar, Cylindrical, Spherical and Automatic mapping technique Basic UV Unwrapping Manipulating UVs: Cut, Move, Sew, rotate, Unfold & layout 3D Logo & Text Creation Generating 3D Logos from Adobe Illustrator Files Creating Text in 3D Maya 2D Canvas (Paint Effects) Maya Paint Effects: Fire, Smoke, Fireworks and Lightening Texturing & Shading Introduction to Materials and Textures Surfaces (Metal, Wood, Plastic, etc.) Hypershade Editor Standard Surface Material Connecting Textures As Bump/Specular/Diffuse Maps Maya 3D Paint Tool Animation Basics Basics of Animation Understanding the Timeline and Graph Editor Animating a Simple Object Lights and Cameras Introduction to Lights and Cameras in Maya Types of Lights: skydome, area, directional, point and spot Setting up Lights and Camera Basic 3-Point Lighting Setup Creating Turntables Rendering Introduction to Rendering Introduction to Arnold Renderer Arnold Render View Rendering Settings, Batch Rendering, and Formats Rendering Out Still images and video Creating a Short Animated Scene 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

3D Character Modelling 3D Character Modelling GH₵ 150k Duration 4 weeks Physical Online Not available Available Software Maya Mentorship 1 month Get started in 3D animation in just 2 weeks. This course introduces 2D character animation with After Effects software and the DUIK plugin. Students will learn animation fundamentals, from rigging characters to creating frame-by-frame animation. You will also learn how to incorporate effects, add sound to their animations, and use DUIK for character rigging and animation. This course is designed to help students develop the skills necessary to create 2D animations with After Effects and DUIK. This is NOT a beginner’s course and requires students to have basic knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and After Effects. Course Outline Introduction to 3D Animation & Autodesk Maya Course Introduction Overview of 3D Animation Getting started with Autodesk Maya Understanding the Maya Interface Maya workspaces and Viewports Navigation in Maya Maya Viewport – Selecting, hiding and showing objects Grouping/Duplicating Shading modes: wireframe, shaded, textured, lit views Setting up a project Basic Modelling In Maya Introduction to 3D Modeling Working with Primitives Transformation Tools: Move, Rotate, Scale Introduction to the Attribute Editor and Channel Box Object History Combining and separating Polygons Understanding Vertices, Edges, and Faces Curve Tools, Revolving Advanced 3D Modeling Techniques Controlling Surface Quality Using Mainly Polygon Modelling Tools Split Polygon Using the Extrude, Bevel, and Bridge Functions Quads vs Triangles or n-Gons Poly Count and good Topology Understanding Boolean Operations Sculpting Tools Modelling Practice: Create Simple 3D Objects (toys, cups, spoons, chairs, tables, house, etc.) Working with UVs Introduction to UV 3D Planar, Cylindrical, Spherical and Automatic mapping technique Basic UV Unwrapping Manipulating UVs: Cut, Move, Sew, rotate, Unfold & layout 3D Logo & Text Creation Generating 3D Logos from Adobe Illustrator Files Creating Text in 3D Maya 2D Canvas (Paint Effects) Maya Paint Effects: Fire, Smoke, Fireworks and Lightening Texturing & Shading Introduction to Materials and Textures Surfaces (Metal, Wood, Plastic, etc.) Hypershade Editor Standard Surface Material Connecting Textures As Bump/Specular/Diffuse Maps Maya 3D Paint Tool Animation Basics Basics of Animation Understanding the Timeline and Graph Editor Animating a Simple Object Lights and Cameras Introduction to Lights and Cameras in Maya Types of Lights: skydome, area, directional, point and spot Setting up Lights and Camera Basic 3-Point Lighting Setup Creating Turntables Rendering Introduction to Rendering Introduction to Arnold Renderer Arnold Render View Rendering Settings, Batch Rendering, and Formats Rendering Out Still images and video Creating a Short Animated Scene 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