Why would a successful corporate lawyer leave it all behind to pursue a dream in Animation and VFX? In this episode of "With Nyasha Michelle", host Nyasha Michelle sits down with Nosipho Maketo-van den Bragt, the powerhouse CEO & Founder of Chocolate Tribe — a leading African studio specialising in Animation, VFX, Gaming Tech, and Content Development.
Nosipho shares her incredible journey from the legal world to building one of Africa’s most exciting creative tech companies. The conversation explores:
✨ The bold career pivot that started it all
🎮 The rise of gaming, VFX & animation across the continent
⚡ The real impact of loadshedding on production
🌍 African countries leading the digital storytelling wave
🎉 And the magic of their FREE annual festival AVIJOZI
This episode is a must-watch for creatives, tech lovers, and anyone passionate about Africa’s innovation in media and storytelling.
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