What is memin pinguin?

Memín Pinguín is a Mexican comic book character created by Yolanda Vargas Dulché in 1943. The comic follows the adventures of Memín, an Afro-Mexican boy living in Mexico City, and his friends as they navigate everyday life and various challenges.

The character has faced controversy over the years due to its portrayal of racial stereotypes, with some critics accusing the comic of perpetuating negative images of black people. However, supporters of Memín Pinguín argue that the character is a positive representation of Mexico's Afro-descendant community.

Despite the controversy, Memín Pinguín remains a popular and enduring character in Mexican pop culture, with the comic book series being published for several decades and adapted into animated television shows and films.