Do You Love Anime?
Welcome to AnimeFanatika!
Join our active WhatsApp chat and connect with Anime & Manga fans of all ages, anywhere in the world. Stay up to date with Monthly Events and the latest news in our Bento News and Bento Plus.
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- All ages welcome
- Monthly Online Events
- Worldwide Members
AnimeFanatika started as a South African Anime Club, and our passion has grown into connecting Anime fans across the world. Our main goal is to provide a safe environment for Anime Fans everywhere to meet and chat.
Whether you’re a seasoned Otaku or new to Anime, you’ll feel right at home here. Join a club that understands your passion!
2026 Summer Season recommendations
Konnichiwa, AnimeFanatiks! The 2026 Summer Anime Season is here and it’s packed with something for everyone!
From exciting new shows to beloved returning favourites, this season delivers action, fantasy, romance and so much more. Plus top movie picks, OVA recommendations, and the AnimeFanatika team’s honest Spring season reviews. Itadakimasu!!
Are you an Anime Fan?
Do you answer YES! to one of the following.
- You love Japanese Animation, better know as Anime.
- You prefer reading Manga to Comics.
- You always go to the Anime section of Netflix, Disney Plus or have a Crunchy Roll Account.
- These Anime are near and dear to your heart: Naruto, Bleach, One Piece, Dragon Ball or Hunter X Hunter.
- You know what MAL means.
- You have no idea what any of the above is but sounds interesting and you want to find out more.
You are an Anime Fanatik!
Our Vision
AnimeFanatika has been driven by a passion to grow the Anime community and welcome more fans into this exciting genre that we love.
AnimeFanatika started in South Africa, driven by a passion to grow the Anime community and welcome more fans into this exciting genre that we love. That passion has since grown into a fast-growing international community, with members from South Africa, Japan, China, Australia, and Europe.
For more than a decade, AnimeFanatika has brought Anime fans together to share their passion for Anime and Japanese culture through social media, Anime Meetups on Discord, and fan-driven events.
AnimeFanatika has become a safe space where anime lovers can connect, celebrate, and belong, wherever they are in the world.
With Shiro leading our Manga content and Retara bringing insights straight from Japan, our team is leveling up. Together, we’re taking AnimeFanatika to the next stage of its journey and bringing you better events and stories straight from Japan.
AnimeFanatika has become a space where anime lovers don’t just watch anime, they belong.
Let’s Grow the Anime Community
Send us your details by using the button below and tick “I want to join” to be added to the WhatsApp group or go to our Facebook page where you can get regular Anime updates.
Are You a Part of South Africa's Geek World?
Whether you sell anime merch, run TCG tournaments, serve amazing Japanese food, create stunning cosplay or organise epic events.
AnimeFanatika wants to collaborate with YOU!
Our community of passionate Anime and Otaku fans is your community too. Let’s share the love, cross-promote our events and grow the SA geek scene together, because we’re stronger as one! Let’s grow the SA Otaku scene together!
Get in touch. We’d love to hear from you!
Upcoming Events
Anime Hangout - Chat & Chill
Fridays 14 & 28 August - Discord
Time: 20:30 - 23:00
Time for Coffee and Chill
Konnichiwa, Fanatiks!
Join us this August at our online Chat & Chill events where you can talk with your fellow Anime Fanatiks and get advice on Anime, Manga and what to watch next.
Please be aware that this is a member only event. Join our WhatsApp group for your exclusive Discord link by using the link below.
DragonTown Anime Meetup
Saturday 22 August - Live Event
Time: 14:30 – 18:00 | Venue: DragonTown, Centurion
Meet your fellow Fanatiks IRL!
Join us at DragonTown in Centurion for our August meetup where you can come discuss your picks for the summer season anime with other Fanatiks.
We'll be diving into an afternoon of Anime and Games. There is something for everyone: Board Games, Go, Gundam TCG and Magic: The Gathering Commander.
New to Anime or any of the games? No stress, we'll show you the ropes! Whether you're a seasoned player or Otaku, a curious newcomer or just here to chat anime, you are always welcome.
Let's grow the SA anime community together, one meetup at a time!
Latest Articles & News
August 2026 Bento News
AnimeFanatika pulled out all the stops. We hunted through all our resources and the internet to find the best news for the August 2026 Bento News!
From RWBY’s Volume 10 greenlight to Bleach’s first official sequel and Sony’s physical game backlash, we found the top Anime, Manga and news from Japan that happened in July so that you don’t have to. Click on the link and enjoy the August Bento News
