Hamid Ibrahim

Hamid Ibrahim is a three-time Emmy-nominated creative executive, award-winning production designer, and visionary entrepreneur shaping the future of African storytelling. He is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Kugali Media, a pioneering visual entertainment company redefining African narratives through animation, comics, and immersive media. Hamid’s creative journey spans some of Hollywood’s most iconic productions, including The Lion King (2019), Dumbo (2019), The Predator (2018), The Darkest Minds (2018), and Dolittle (2020). His most groundbreaking achievement is Iwaju, a first-of-its-kind African sci-fi series co-created with Walt Disney Animation Studios , marking the first external studio collaboration in Disney’s 100-year history. As co-creator and production designer, Hamid helped shape a story that earned three Emmy nominations and international acclaim. In recognition of his impact, Hamid received the Gold Award at the Collision Awards for his work on Iwaju. He was named one of the Top 100 Most Impactful Africans by Ranks Africa, included in the MIPAD 100 Most Influential People of African Descent (2024), and selected among HSBC UK & UK Black Business Show’s “25 Black Entrepreneurs to Watch” in 2025. He was also honoured as Alumnus of the Year by the University of Hertfordshire in 2021. As an international speaker, Hamid regularly shares insights on creative leadership, innovation, and the business of storytelling at global conferences, universities, and industry forums. He is also an Entrepreneur in Residence at University of Hertfordshire and a mentor to emerging creative talent, committed to unlocking the full potential of African IPs on the global stage.