Kelvin Nyeusi-Mawazo

Kelvin Nyeusi-Mawazo

Kelvin Nyeusi-Mawazo is a Canadian graphic novelist, public speaker, and founder of Black Sun Comics.He is known for his Afrofuturist storytelling, which blends science, magic, monsters, and mystery into unforgettable narratives that spark the imagination.

About Kelvin Nyeusi-Mawazo

Kelvin Nyeusi-Mawazo (pronounced "NIGH" + "YOO" + "SEE" - "MAH" + "WAH" + "ZO") is an author, illustrator, and owner of the publishing company named Black Sun Comics.They create Afrofuturist comics and graphic novels. Their books mix science, technology, magic & monsters with the timeless sophistication of black & white fine art.Set in an alternate universe on a planet named Alkebulan, "The Longest Night" is a graphic novel series that follows a group of unlikely heroes who must band together to reclaim their world from a ruthless, invading alien armada.Born and raised in Toronto (GTA), Canada, Kelvin uses the skills he's acquired as a Photographer, Front-end Web Developer, and College Instructor to digitally illustrate his books and teach others how to do the same through his workshops.He has been featured on CBC Radio, CTV National News and Rogers Television. He delivered the keynote address at the Cosmic Northside - Afrofuturistic Canadian Arts Conference at the National Gallery of Canada.Kelvin has also given talks and done workshops with The Children's Aid Society (One Vision One Voice), The Durham Black Educators Network, Durham District School Board, Eastview Boys and Girls Club, 100 Strong, York Region District School Board, Strides Toronto, The Ontario Trillium Foundation, The Guelph Black Heritage Foundation, Shopify Canada & The Blackhurst Cultural Centre.He is a self-proclaimed nerd and lover of almost all things sci-fi, lo-fi instrumental Hip Hop and House music; post-apocalyptic zombie movies, and retro gaming.

Press & Appearances

CBC Radio Canada (Article & Audio Interview)The Dr. Vibe Show - Re-animating Black Futures (Video)Inside Durham (Video)Rogers TV (Video)CTV News Feature (Video)CTV News: Canadian artists bring more 'Afrofuturism' (Article)The Space Channel (Video)The Dr. Vibe Show: Black Canada Talking (Video)The Caribbean Camera (Article)The Samplers Podcast (Audio)The Writer's Circle (Article)Sequential Magazine (Article)True North Country Podcast (Audio)True North Country (Article)Shopify Canada - Panel Discussion (Video Clip)

Books

Seymour & Clops (Coming Soon)

Seymour & Clops

Get ready for wild adventures with Seymour, a shy child-genius, and his best friend Clops—a hilarious, one-eyed blue cat from another dimension!
Together, they stumble into zany adventures, wacky inventions, and out-of-this-world fun!

The Longest Night (Series)

Yero thinks he’s fighting for his people.He doesn’t know that he’s already lost everything.As the last survivor of his battalion, Yero stands against a mysterious horde of invading aliens—but the deeper he fights, the more he uncovers a truth that could shatter everything he believes.Black Sun: The Longest Night delivers high-stakes action, stunning visuals, and a haunting message: some wishes come at a price too great to bear.

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