Journalists Who Cover West Africa

Lukman Abdulmalik

Kano, Nigeria

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Lukman Abdulmalik is an Investigative and multimedia journalist based in Kano, Nigeria.

He has 7 years working experience in different organizations as a freelancer, editor at Stallion Times online newspaper, Investigative journalist at International Center for Investigative Reporting, Wole ...

Ismail Akwei

Accra, Ghana

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Ismail Akwei is an international journalist, digital media specialist, media literacy advocate, media viability consultant, media trainer, product manager, editor, writer, and media manager with over a decade of experience working with multinational media companies worldwide.

Benoit Almeras

Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire

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Radio reporter, currently working as a foreign correspondent for Radio France internationale (RFI) in Côte d'Ivoire. I cover stories ranging from local politics to environmental issues, also trying to capture the Ivorian zeitgeist.

Alhassane Bah

Conakry, Guinea

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Je suis BAH Alhassane, journaliste guinéen basé à Conakry. Diplômé de l'Institut Supérieur de l'Information et de la Communication (ISIC) de Kountia, j'exerce dans le domaine du journalisme depuis avril 2010. Spécialisé dans la presse écrite, j'ai évolué avec les avancées technologiques pour ...

Yero S. Bah

Banjul, Gambia

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Yero S. Bah is a distinguished Gambian journalist with a career spanning over six years across print, broadcast, and digital media. His work has earned him numerous accolades, recognizing his impactful reporting and dedication to storytelling.
In 2023, Bah won the Business and Finance Reporting ...

Roland Bayode

Ondo, Nigeria

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Roland Bayode is a Writer and Freelance Journalist based in Ondo State, Nigeria.

He is a creative and passionate writer and Editor who has acquired extensive knowledge in the field through media training and personal learning engagement courses. 
Also adept in content writing across different ...

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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Festus Conteh

Goderich, Sierra Leone

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Festus Conteh is a Sierra Leonean journalist, writer, editor, and documentary storyteller whose work focuses on development, governance, human rights, environmental issues, and the lived experiences of underserved communities. Through compelling storytelling and in-depth reporting, he seeks to ...

Enos Denhere

Harare, Zimbabwe

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Enos Denhere is a distinguished freelance investigative journalist from Zimbabwe, renowned for his insightful reporting on a wide array of topics impacting both his home country and the broader African continent. With over a decade of experience, Denhere has developed a reputation for his ...

Clémence Desjardins

Paris, France

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Clémence Desjardins is a French freelance journalist based in Paris, specializing in culture, politics, gender, and social issues across France and Europe. Her work focuses on thoughtful, human-centered stories for independent magazines, digital media platforms, and editorial projects across France ...

Paul Ejime

Abuja (F.c.t.), Nigeria

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Paul Ejime is a Global Affairs Analyst and publisher of **** A widely traveled journalist, former War Correspondent and author, he is an independent Consultant on Communications and Media development and Governance Issues, such as peace and security and elections.

Jason Florio

Banjul, Gambia

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Jason Florio ( UK/USA) is a photojournalist and filmmaker based in Banjul, Gambia. 
His work is focused  towards under-reported stories about people living on the margins of society and human rights. He has lived and worked on and off in The Gambia over the past 20 years creating bodies of work ...

Hilary Heuler

Nairobi, Kenya

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Hilary Heuler is a journalist based in Nairobi, Kenya. Originally from California, she has spent over eight years writing and reporting from a number of countries across Europe, Asia and Africa, specializing in print and radio stories for an international audience.

Katarina Höije

Bamako, Mali

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Katarina Höije is an independent journalist based between West Africa and Scandinavia.

She has contributed to outlets such as the New York Times, The Guardian, Christian Science Monitor, VICE, CNN and the BBC. She has filed regularly to France24 and RFI and she is a frequent contributor to Voice ...

Mohamed Konate

Troyes, France

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Je suis journaliste et directeur de publication de Monde Hebdo. Je couvre les questions de géopolitique, de médias, de gouvernance et de sécurité en Afrique de l'Ouest depuis plus de 7 ans. J'ai dirigé plusieurs projets éditoriaux internationaux et j'intervient régulièrement sur les enjeux liés aux ...

Joseph Kuuire

Accra, Ghana

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Joseph-Albert Kuuire is the Founder and Editor of Tech Labari and The Labari Journal, digital media platforms that cover news stories in Ghana. 

Joseph has covered events including African Mobile Expo, Ghana Tech Summit, and Tech In Ghana conference. He has also made appearances in the Business ...

Mwangi Maina

Nairobi, Kenya

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Mwangi Maina is a Multimedia journalist working for KTN News, Kenya's leading 24 Hour TV Channel in Eastern Africa as a Content Producer. I cover topics ranging from Politics, Regional affairs (Africa's Great Lakes Region), Media Freedom, Fake news as well as human interest stories. I also write ...

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 ...

Wale Odunsi

Dallas, United States of America

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I am an editor and a journalist; 13 years' experience. In addition, advisory services in advertising, media planning, public relations, and research. Skilled in analysis, crisis management, content syndication, fact-checking, and press releases.

Raul Pires

Lisbon, Portugal

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Raul Pires is a journalist based in Lisbon, Portugal.

Olalekan Raji

Banjul, Gambia

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Olalekan Raji is a World Journalism Institute graduate based in Banjul, Gambia. A proficient feature story and news writer with extensive experience in long-form writing and in-depth reporting, Olalekan prioritizes integrity and a commitment to accuracy in informing the public. Olalekan is ...

Lara Reffat

Cairo, Egypt

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Lara Reffat is a journalist based in Cairo, Egypt. She is currently co-coordinator at Africans Rising, specifically for their feminist taskforce. 
 
Lara was previously awarded a fellowship with African Arguments as a freelance journalist. Her work has also been featured in Courrier International, ...

Salvatore Riela

Rome, Italy

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Salvatore Riela is a journalist based in Italy. He spends his time developing an understanding of the dynamics that shape international relations, paying close attention to the geopolitical and economic factors underlying contemporary conflicts. He began writing articles for small local newspapers, ...