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Mogau Kekana is a South African illustrator, animator, and film director hailing from Hillbrow, Johannesburg. His artistic journey began in primary school and continued through university, where he honed his skills in digital art and animation.
Kekana’s work focuses on creating proud, authentic representations of African culture. He has been involved in various projects, including “Red Ants,” a story about Khaya, a young man working as a red ant—a term used in South Africa for eviction workers.









In 2020, Kekana contributed as a storyboard artist to the first African animated Netflix series, “Mama K’s Team 4.” (youtube.com) He has also been featured in the Bahari Blue series, which highlights his soothing art style.
Kekana shares his work and updates on his Instagram account, where he has a following of over 9,900 people. (instagram.com) He is also active on Behance, showcasing his projects and connecting with the creative community. Through his dedication to storytelling and visual art, Mogau Kekana continues to make significant contributions to the South African and global animation industries. For a more in-depth look at Mogau Kekana’s work and insights, you can watch this interview:
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