Comic writer Andy Diggle and artist Chris Spouse added to Comic Con Africa line-up

Johannesburg – Comic writer Andy Diggle and legendary comic artist Chris Sprouse are two of the latest international stars who have been added to the Cominc Con Africa line-up.  

Andy is best known for the Eisner-nominated comic series The Losers, which was later adapted into a movie, and Green Arrow: Year One, which inspired the hit TV series Arrow. His previous work includes well-known comic book heroes such as Batman, Superman, Captain America, Daredevil and James Bond.  

Joining the star in SA is legendary comic artist Chris Sprouse who has drawn everything from Action Comics to the Uncanny X-Men, but is probably best known for his work on Wildstorm/DC Comics’ Tom Strong series which he co-created with acclaimed writer Alan Moore.  

Comic Con Africa will be held in SA for the first time from 14 to 16 September at the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit and International Convention Centre. The festival will also feature the likes of Big Bang Theory star Kevin Sussman and Aquaman actor Jason Momoa.