Journalists Who Cover African Culture

Richard Ali

Abuja, Nigeria

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Richard Ali, a columnist at Daily Nigerian, specializes in internal security, literature and the arts, travel writing, and Africa. A lawyer, novelist, and poet, he’s also an accomplished editor and arts administrator.

Bianca Barratt

London, United Kingdom

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A remote - working journalist, copywriter and editor with the dry wit of a Londoner and the keen grammatical eye of a former teacher. Proficient in digital and print media, I also build content strategies and create B2B and B2C content. Writing about travel, luxury products, popular culture, ...

Olivia Bizot

Paris, France

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Olivia Bizot is a French-British freelance journalist, experienced in TV, radio, print, social media and agency work.

Gabrielle Canon

Oakland, United States of America

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Gabrielle Canon is a journalist based in Oakland, CA who provides content in many formats, including print, video, broadcast, and photography. She is also available for on-air interviews and can speak on a variety of topics including prison reform, criminal justice, policies to combat homelessness, ...

Melissa Chemam

Paris, France

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*Journalist, reporter working for radio, TV, digital media and print magazines. 
Also a writer and podcast producer.
Working from France, the UK and parts of Africa, focusing on the Global South and global majority.
I cover international & humanitarian news, as well as cultural events.

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Chris Cotonou

London, United Kingdom

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London born, native-English writer.

I specialize in Travel and Lifestyle content - longform, listicles, descriptive, and personal accounts.

Gina Di Meo

New York, United States of America

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Gina Di Meo is a journalist based in New York, United States of America.

Fuad Esack

Cape Town, South Africa

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Fuad Esack is a multimedia journalist based in Cape Town, South Africa. He has extensive experience in print, broadcasting and digital platforms. as well as a background in advertising copywriting. Also good with layout, basic design, photography and phone/videography.

Sema Fonkem

Johannesburg, South Africa

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Sema Fonkem is a multimedia journalist based in Johannesburg, South Africa. 

Fonkem's career began as an intern transcriber at the South African Broadcasting Corporation in 2012, and he has been practicing uninterruptedly ever since. 

Fonkem has written about 189 articles across a variety of ...

Sasha Gankin

Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso

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Sasha Gankin is a journalist based in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso covering Sahel - including Niger, Mali and Sénégal 

Born and grew up in Moscou, Soviet Union

Studied at TU Berlin Wirtschaftsmathematik 1989 -1993

1994  Started and trained at SFB Multikulti , Berlin 

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Eden Harris

Washington, United States of America

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I'm Eden Harris, a journalist based in Washington, D.C. I freelance for NBC News, Financial Times' Banking Risk and Regulation, Connecting Africa News and more. I cover U.S.-Africa policy, banking, fintech, culture, U.S. politics and more. I've traveled to Africa for reporting as well. 

I've ...

Dan Ikpoyi

Ikeja, Nigeria

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Dan Ikpoyi is an international Video journalist based in Lagos, Nigeria.

Lennox Kalifungwa

Lusaka, Zambia

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Lennox Kalifungwa is passionately driven by a desire to promote truth, beauty, and goodness in all things. Through the use of persuasive rhetoric and creative artistry, he endeavors to make important ideas, stories, and brands compelling. Having lived across a variety of cultures, he has naturally ...

Arzouma Kompaore

Calgary, Canada

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I am an experienced international journalist and multimedia producer with over 20 years of expertise in delivering compelling stories across television, digital, and radio platforms. With a strong focus on high-quality video production, I excel in capturing impactful visuals and narratives that ...

Bruce Mahero

Nairobi, Kenya

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Bruce Mahero is a prominent Kenyan innovation journalist, news anchor, reporter, and student leader. He is widely recognized for his leadership roles in student journalism and his active writing on modern media ethics and digital education.

Ian Mapira

Harare, Zimbabwe

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Ian Mapira is a journalist based in Harare, Zimbabwe.

Bronwyn Marcus

Durban, South Africa

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Bronwyn Marcus is an award-winning journalist, editor, and content strategist based in Durban, South Africa. With more than 20 years of experience in digital publishing, she specialises in travel, tourism, lifestyle, business, and community-focused reporting.

She is the founder and editor of ...

Derick Matsengarwodzi

Harare, Zimbabwe

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My name is Derick Matsengarwodzi, a versatile award-winning writer and editor, with a continental and global media experience. Currently, I am a communication consultant, working on campaigns to enhance the European Union’s visibility in Zimbabwe.

Over the years, I have gained international ...

Tlhokomelo Mokoena

Johannesburg, South Africa

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Tlhokomelo Mokoena is a seasoned music and sports journalist based in Johannesburg, South Africa.

With 5+ years of experience; I breathe words with substance, turning complex narratives into compelling, high-impact storytelling.

Wellington Muzengeza

Nairobi, Kenya

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I am an independent journalist and political-risk analyst specialising in African digital sovereignty, strategic infrastructure and critical minerals. I am the founder of Built Africa, a Research Fellow at the Africa Centre for Critical Minerals and Energy Transition (ACCET), and author of The ...

Jean Mineur Ondo

Franceville, Gabon

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Jean Mineur Ondo, journaliste basé à Franceville, Gabon a fait ses preuves au Cameroun dans les radios communautaires (Glory Fm...) et dans la presse écrite (Les Minorités...) puis cybernetique (Lebledparle, Vitrine du Cameroun).
Polyvalent, il sait pouvoir s'adapter sur le terrain et aller à fond ...

Eugene Selorm Owusu

Accra, Ghana

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Eugene Selorm Owusu is a freelance media practitioner based in Accra, Ghana. He was born on June 21, 1991. 
An alumnus of University of Ghana student

Arielle Raveney

Chicago, United States of America

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Hello! My name is Arielle Raveney and I am a Chicago based journalist. I've worked for WBBM News Radio and Illinois Public Media, now I am getting into freelance journalism. With experience in research, writing, podcast, radio and audio in general, please consider me for an array of needs! I'm ...

Sergio Vargas

Panamá, Panama

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Sergio Vargas is a journalist currently in Panamá City, Panamá.

Peter Yeung

Paris, France

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Peter Yeung is a journalist based in Paris, France.