With contributions from academics, artists, innovators, upstarts, and practitioners, MUD is a digital social experience exploring and celebrating African Artists, Media and Culture. Our diverse group of contributors shine a light on emerging issues, profile some of the industry’s key figures, and provide sustainable tips and solutions. MUD’s goal is to re-present Africa to Africans by selecting and organizing meaningful African stories and characters who have “something to say about our past, present, future, trending, and beyond – #AfricansTalk2Africa.
Alex Gwaze
Founder of MUD, Social Documentarian & Media Instructor
Masters in Documentary Arts (UCT) and Higher National Certificate in Digital Film Production (SAE Institute).
Expertise: Digital media production, film-making, documentary, photojournalism, art, research, education, journalism, and social media.
Instagram: @mudjournal
Nkosana Mazibisa
Author, Founder of MatLive and the current Information Secretary in the Office of the Member of Parliament for Njube Lobengula in Zimbabwe
Dartmouth Mandela Washington Fellow
Forbes Magazine 30 Under 30 Alumni
Expertise: Entrepreneurship, marketing, youth programs and strategic communications.
Twitter: @NkosanaMazibisa
Phiona Martin
Career Coach, Industrial Psychologist, and Thought Leader in Human Capital development
Masters in Industrial Psychology (UNISA) and Bcom Honours in Industrial and Organisational Psychology (Rhodes).
Expertise: Career development, magazine articles, guest appearances, radio, television and conference panels.
Twitter: @MsPhiona
Zorodzai Chibuwe
Filmmaker, Photographer (Military Touch Movement), Actor & Founder of Fokus Media
Bachelor of Arts Honours in Film and Theatre Arts (MSU).
Expertise: Photography, film-making, music videos, editing, cinematography, music production, and acting.
Instagram: @zorodzai_chibuwe
Opal Sibanda
Writer, Legal Practitioner and Conveyancer
Master of Laws degree in Human Rights and Democratisation in Africa (University of Pretoria)
Newspaper Contributor
Expertise: Children’s welfare and rights, education, lobbying and advocating for policy reforms, and freedom of the press.
Twitter: @opalsibanda
Elspeth Chimedza
Managing Editor, Social Media Marketer, & Writer
Founder of Groove Magazine Intl, ZiFM Stereo Contributor, and former Editor and Chief of Youth Village ZW.
Zim Achievers Award and Zim Blogs nominee.
Expertise: Content creation, entertainment, social media marketing, creative writing, feature writing, poetry, and blogging.
Twitter: @groovemag_intl
Monalisa K Chishato
Writer, Social Media Manager, and TV Host
Voice Over Artist, Blogger at ZimBuzz, and Editor at Untitled 263.
Bsc (hons) in Social Work (University of Zimbabwe)
Expertise: Creative writing, social media marketing, Content creation, presenting, and blogging.
Twitter: @monakchishato
Joanne Peters
Presenter, Image Consultant, Model & Grooming and Etiquette Coach (Open Eye Studio)
Diploma in International Travel and Tourism (IATA).
Expertise: Master of ceremonies, image consultancy, fashion, modelling, administration, presenting, event organizing, and acting.
Instagram: @blackheartjoe
Zenani Masuku
Life Coach and Mental Health Activist
Founder and Advocate for African Institute For Ending Bullying, Violence, Depression and Suicide (AFRIBS).
Expertise: Development studies, mental health awareness, event organising, consultation, guest appearances, radio, television, and workshops.
Twitter : @masuku_zenani
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Rasquesity Keaitse
Director, Producer, Co- Founder of Creative Pot Africa & Keaitse Films
Bachelor of Arts Honours in Film and Theatre Arts (MSU).
2 x Award Winner (BAA & Zim Hophop)
Expertise: Film-making, music videos, cinematography, editing, writing, and producing.
Instagram: @keaitse_films
Briliant Bimhah
Brand Strategist, Event Host & MUA
Founder of Brilliance Beauty, brand manager, bookings, and public relations agent.
Expertise: Brand development, marketing, public relations, public speaking, fashion, beauty, make up, social media, modeling, poetry, and acting.
Instagram: @iambriliant
Amy Amantle
Model, Writer & Content Creator
BA (Hons) in Accounting & Finance (Botswana Accountancy College)
Founder of Back to Black Mag online.
Expertise: Photography, Fashion, Blogging, Tourism, and African culture.
Twitter : @amyamantle
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Vimbai Samantha Mukaro
Social Entrepreneur & Founder of VIP Shopping AE
Bachelor of Social Science in Economic History and International Relations (UCT).
Expertise: Sales, marketing, economics, health, safety, environment, fashion, and social media.
Instagram: @vipshoppingae
Nonsi Tshabangu
Vocalist, Writer, Dancer and Model
Expertise: Music reviewing, acting, event organisation, urban dance, cultural exchange, volunteering, and hospitality.
Instagram: @nonsilicious28
MaForty 40
Comedian & Writer
Award winning comedian (BAA).
Expertise: Comedy, event organising, and script writing.
Twitter : @maforty
Kiesha Hill
Poet and Writer
Manager of Colour Culture Organisation
Expertise: Content creation, creative writing, feature writing, and poetry.
Instagram: @forest_hill_1
Terai Moyo
Journalist, Copywriter & Model
Bachelor of Science Honours in Journalism and Media Studies (NUST).
Expertise: Research, journalism, media, film-making, photography, social media marketing, content development, mobile services, modelling, and radio.
Instagram: @teraimoyo
Zie Nyathi
Poet, Gender and Climate Change Activist
Expertise: Writing, public speaking, gender issues, climate change, health, safety, and social activism.
Instagram: @nyathizee
Lungile Zelembu
Actress, Model & Volunteer
Expertise: Acting, health, safety, administration, and modelling.
Instagram: @just_lulue91
Indigo Saint
Musician & Mental Health Activist
Award winner (Zim Hiphop Award).
Expertise: Music production, mental health awareness, event organising, script writing, graphics design, websites, and social media marketing.
Twitter: @friendsofindigo
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