VOICED : Algeria's home-grown manga a hit with the

The video discusses the rise of Algerian manga, a unique blend of Japanese manga style with Algerian cultural elements. It highlights the efforts of local artists to create manga in French, Arabic, and Berber, telling Algerian stories with humor and distinct artistic styles. The T Zuzu book Fair and Zelink Publishing House have played significant roles in promoting this genre since 2008. Despite challenges, such as competing with Japanese originals, Algerian manga has gained a dedicated following. The video also touches on public perception, noting that even parents see manga as suitable for young readers.

What is the main challenge mentioned in blending Algerian culture with manga?

• Creating new storylines

• Maintaining the original Japanese essence

• Finding Algerian artists

• Publishing in multiple languages

Which languages are Algerian artists using to tell their stories through manga?

• English, French, and Arabic

• French, Arabic, and Berber

• Spanish, French, and Berber

• Arabic, Berber, and English

What role has Zelink Publishing House played in the Algerian manga scene?

• They were the first to publish Algerian manga

• They translated Japanese manga into Arabic

• They organized manga conventions

• They created a manga school

What is the price range of manga in Algeria as mentioned in the transcript?

• Between one and two U.S. dollars

• Between two and three U.S. dollars

• Between three and four U.S. dollars

• Between four and five U.S. dollars

What is the potential future of Algerian manga according to the transcript?

• It will develop its own unique identity

• It will remain a niche market

• It will surpass Japanese manga in popularity

• It will be translated into more languages