AnimeFanatika – South African Anime Club
Do you love Anime?
We are South Africa's Longest Running Anime and Otaku Club
Since 2012, AnimeFanatika has brought Anime, Manga and Otaku fans together.
AnimeFanatika is a South African based Anime Club and our passion has been to connect Anime Fans from our wonderful country and across the world. Our main goal is to provide a safe environment for Anime Fans to meet.
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 Winter Season recommendations
Ready to dive into a season of epic adventures and heartwarming tales!
The AnimeFanatika team unveils our top picks for the hottest new and returning anime. Whether you’re craving action, comedy, or emotional rollercoasters, we’ve got you covered. Itadakimasu!!
Are you an Anime Fanatik?
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 in South African and welcome more fans into this exciting genre that we love.
We are a social club with a fast-growing international community with members from South Africa to the USA, 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, and fan-driven events,
AnimeFanatika has become a space where anime lovers can connect, celebrate, and belong.
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 SA 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.
Calling all SA Anime groups, stores & food spots!
Got anime merch to sell?
Hosting meetups?
Serving mouthwatering Japanese food? We want to hear from YOU!
Drop us your details and let’s share your awesome vibes with our community. Let’s grow the SA Otaku scene together!
Upcoming Events
DragonTown Anime Meetup
21 February
Join us at our live event in Centurion at Dragon Town to discuss your favourite anime, learn to play Go, MTG Commander or Gundam TCG.
Time: 14:30 - 18:00
Anime Hangouts - Chat & Chill
13 & 27 February
Join us on Discord for a chat & chill session. Come discuss your favourite Anime, Manga or Manwa. Please sign up to the group to get the Discord link
Time: 20:30 - 11:00
Latest Articles & News
Bento Plus December
Konnichiwa, AnimeFanatiks! Dive into the December 2025 Bento Plus and kick off your festive season with pure anime joy!
Discover Japan’s magical winter festivals, try the quirky and adorable game My Little Spider, take on this month’s Anime Challenge with Buddy Daddies, and explore a heartwarming isekai light novel. Add in fresh manga picks, mouthwatering Japanese fried-chicken styles, AMVs and cosplay inspiration. Itadakimasu!!
