Gwamaka Mwabuka

Gwamaka Mwabuka is a visionary creative producer hailing from Tanzania, renowned for his remarkable contributions to the world of 3D animation. With a commendable experience spanning eight years, Gwamaka has established himself as a masterful producer and director, dedicated to creating compelling films that ignite positive change in society.
In 2016, Gwamaka co-founded Tai Animation Studio, an innovative powerhouse driving the production of cutting-edge 3D animation content across East and Central Africa. His work has garnered global recognition, collaborating with esteemed international organizations such as UNESCO, UNFPA, UNICEF, WaterAid, and Embassies, to craft short animated movies that inspire individuals to take meaningful action.
Gwamaka's exceptional talent has garnered numerous accolades and acknowledgments. Notably, his films triumphed as the best in their category at the prestigious Tanzania Film Festival Awards in 2021 and 2022. Furthermore, his contributions were recognized on an international scale, earning him a nomination at the Pan African International Film Festival, Los Angels in 2021 and the Africa International Film Festival in 2022 held in Nigeria.
Driven by an insatiable thirst for knowledge and a passion for immersive storytelling, Gwamaka is currently pursuing a Master's degree in Digital Narratives at the esteemed International Film School Cologne. His specialization lies in the realm of immersive and interactive storytelling, an emerging frontier that captivates audiences in unprecedented ways.
Under the auspices of his master's project, Gwamaka unveils "Zamia," an enchanting virtual reality (VR) experience that harmonizes historical facts with animated fictional storytelling. With a gamified narrative approach, "Zamia" invites its audience to embark on a captivating journey, exploring captivating underwater cultural heritage sites and immersing themselves in a world brimming with rich content, lively aquatic ecosystems, and the serenity of marine life.