News & Events

IKHAYA - Game Alumni demo now available!

Our second Game Production Incubator programme is finished! Our Game and Interactive Media Course Alumni have worked 12 months as a real development team on a real project. Honing their skills, learning more about production and long-term development they have now finished the first playable demo for their fast-paced action sci fi game IKHAYA. Read more!

Industry Professionals share their Knowledge with ADA Students

South Africa boasts with a range of incredible artists that have made a name for themselves in the local and international industries. Sharing their knowledge with the next generation is an essential part of how they give back, and ensure that the next generation are ready to carry the torch into the future – to new heights.

Game Course Alumni Team goes public with Game Project Trailer

Alumni of the Game and Interactive Media Development course founded their own game development studio in September 2025. After working on their first own game title they now went public with their announcement trailer and an interview led by Tom Henderson on the influential website and game development channel Insider Gaming! Read and follow the links to support the team.

Live Studio Internships put our Third Years to the Test

For three weeks in the middle of their third year of study, our learners get the opportunity to experience what it's really like to be a concept artist in the film, game or animation industry. With no guide-rails, training wheels or lecturer support, they must impress mentors that work in the field every day by meeting deadlines, delivering epic concepts, and being a valuable team member.

Africa’s First-Ever BA in Concept Art: Academy of Digital Arts Launches a New Creative Degree

Cape Town’s Academy of Digital Arts is making history once again with the launch of South Africa’s – and Africa’s – first and only Bachelor of Arts in Concept Art.

Our Lecturers making a Name in the Industry

When our amazingly talented lecturers aren't in the classroom, guiding the students on their next brief, they show off their skills on a different front. From hit feature films to indie games to global productions, these individuals sharpen their skills alongside top designers in their field.

AMANZI - The Academy's Game Production Incubator launches Steam page

The Steam page for AMANZI is now live, marking an exciting milestone for Loud Rabbits, the Academy of Digital Arts, and the alumni game students who developed the project during the Academy’s Game Production Incubator 2024/25.

A Year later - The District Six VR Experience is still relevant

Built in just 10 weeks as a collaboration between the District Six Museum, the Academy of Digital Arts and their in-house agency, Loud Rabbits, 'The District Six VR Experience: A Walk Through Time' has become more than a successful VR app. With the help of the media, like News24, The Expresso Show, and podcasts, we were able to spread the word of what young, well-trained South Africans are capable of.

ADA's Concept Art students making Waves in the News

ADA Concept Art students, Chiedza Davies and Marissa Schulz were invited to show off on SABC's Trenz!

A Key Visual Illustration; and a glimpse into Africa

Online gaming and gaming communities have been a connective tissue that branches the globe, bringing together people from many different backgrounds, histories, and beliefs. The illustration made by a team of staff and students from the Academy of Digital Arts in collaboration with PUBG Mobile South Africa visualises that gathering.

The District Six Experience

Loud Rabbits Agency and the Friends of Design – Academy of Digital Arts Game Course Alum, in partnership and close collaboration with District Six Museum, is set to unveil a groundbreaking virtual reality (VR) experience in 2024, commemorating the museum’s 30th anniversary.

Game Development and Interactive Media Developers needed

What do cororate innovation teams look like today? We have a look at the type of design thinking your business needs to succeed.

Game the system: using Skills Development to tap into emerging trends

Interactive media and serious gaming are transforming corporate training and collaboration. Leveraging technologies like virtual reality and AI, businesses can provide immersive, consequence-free training experiences that enhance skills in high-stakes industries. With recent B-BBEE code changes, companies can boost their scores by sponsoring bursaries for black students in Game and Interactive Media Development. This strategy not only develops a skilled talent pool but also strengthens internal capabilities for future success.

Using Skills Development to change the world (wide web)

Academy of Digital Arts and Xneelo join forces to take students live

Ed-Tech Awards Finalists

Is your business innovating the right way?

The Academy of Digital Arts launches real-time Virtual Classes

Academy of Digital Arts Graduate Showcase