Aya fra Yopougon

Clément Oubrerie's warm, expressive art brings to life this ongoing Norwegian edition of Marguerite Abouet's beloved slice-of-life series, originally published by Minuskel Forlag beginning in 2023. Set in the bustling Ivorian neighborhood of Yopougon during the 1970s, the seven-issue run follows the everyday adventures and aspirations of a young woman named Aya and her friends, capturing the humor, resilience, and social rhythms of their community. By centering a rarely seen perspective in comics—the vibrant, ordinary lives of West African youth—this series offers a refreshingly grounded and joyful counterpoint to superhero epics, proving that the most compelling stories are often the ones closest to home.