Across Africa, women in television broadcasting are shaping public conversations, delivering news, moderating important discussions and bringing distinctive perspectives to entertainment and current affairs. From the leading newsrooms of Nigeria and Ghana to Uganda, Kenya and Côte d’Ivoire, these broadcasters are building influential careers through journalism, communication, professionalism and on-screen presence. Their work reflects the growing influence of African women in television and the importance of credible, engaging voices in the continent’s media landscape.
1. Vimbai Mutinhiri-Ekpenyong | ARISE News | Zimbabwe
Vimbai Mutinhiri-Ekpenyong is a Zimbabwean television presenter, actress, producer and broadcast journalist who has established a prominent presence in African television. She gained continental recognition through Big Brother Africa Amplified before building a broadcasting career that includes presenting on Africa Magic and EbonyLife TV. At ARISE News, she contributes to The Morning Show, bringing an engaging approach to conversations around politics, business, society and contemporary African affairs. Her experience across entertainment and journalism, combined with her confident presentation style, has positioned her as a recognisable television personality across the continent. In 2026, she was named Nigerian Broadcaster of the Year, Female, at the Nigerian Broadcasters Merit Awards.
2. Victoria Sibiya | NBS Television | Uganda
Victoria Sibiya is a Ugandan broadcast journalist, television presenter and communications professional associated with NBS Television. She anchors the station’s Live at 9 news programme, contributing to coverage of national affairs, politics and developments across Uganda. Beyond television, she works with Next Radio and has built a reputation for moderating conversations involving public policy, leadership, business and social transformation. Her approach combines journalistic presentation with thoughtful questioning, making her an increasingly recognisable voice in Uganda’s broadcasting industry.
3. Serwaa Amihere | GHOne TV | Ghana
Serwaa Amihere is a Ghanaian broadcast journalist, lawyer and media personality recognised for her confident delivery and versatility across television programming. At GHOne TV, she hosts GHToday and anchors the station’s prime-time news bulletin, bringing audiences coverage of current affairs, politics, business and social issues. She has received several broadcasting recognitions, including the 2026 TV Female Presenter of the Year award at the GoldBond Radio and Television Personality Awards. Her transition into legal practice, following her call to the Ghana Bar in 2025, adds another dimension to her professional profile and public engagement.
4. Caren Kibbett | KBC Television | Kenya
Caren Kibbett is a Kenyan television journalist and sports broadcaster whose career has included reporting and presenting for major Kenyan media organisations. Formerly associated with K24, she joined the Kenya Broadcasting Corporation as a sports news anchor, bringing her experience and enthusiasm for sports journalism to the national broadcaster. Her work has contributed to the visibility of sports broadcasting in Kenya, particularly in a media environment where women continue to expand their presence in sports reporting and analysis. Known for her energetic presentation style, Kibbett has built a recognisable profile among Kenyan television audiences.
5. Ayo Mairo-Ese | ARISE News | Nigeria
Ayo Mairo-Ese is a Nigerian award-winning broadcaster, media and communications professional who co-anchors The Morning Show on ARISE News. With a background in International Relations from Swansea University, she began her television career at Cool TV before moving into news, lifestyle and radio broadcasting. Her experience includes co-hosting Nigeria Info FM’s Morning Crossfire and interviewing prominent government officials, business leaders and international personalities. Her broadcasting achievements include The Future Awards Africa Prize for On-Air Personality of the Year in 2016 and the ELOY Award for TV Presenter of the Year in the same year. Her ability to combine incisive questioning with an engaging presentation style has established her as one of Nigeria’s notable television voices.
6. Anita Akua Akuffo | TV3 Ghana | Ghana
Anita Akua Akuffo is a Ghanaian media personality, television presenter and communications strategist with more than a decade of experience in broadcasting. She began gaining public attention through the Miss Malaika Ghana pageant in 2014 and subsequently developed her television career through programmes including Ghana’s Most Beautiful, The Afternoon Show and The Ladies Circle. Her professional versatility, polished presentation and ability to connect with viewers have made her one of the recognisable faces of Ghanaian television. In 2025, she was appointed National Creative Ambassador for the Behind-the-Scenes project, reflecting her growing involvement in initiatives supporting young people and the creative industry.
7. Vusiwe Ngcobo – SABC Sport and SABC News
Vusiwe Ngcobo is a South African sports broadcaster and television presenter recognised for her work across SABC Sport and SABC News. She began her broadcasting journey with the SABC in 2010 as a voice-over artist on Sports Buzz, later progressing into presenting and anchoring major sporting events. Her coverage includes the Olympic and Paralympic Games, the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations and major football competitions. In 2023, she won the Woman in TV award at the Momentum gsport Awards and returned as host of the 2024 ceremony. In 2026, she was among the lead presenters for SABC’s AFCON coverage and was announced as one of the anchors for its FIFA World Cup coverage.
8. Ojy Okpe | ARISE News | Nigeria
Ojinika Anne Okpe, popularly known as Ojy Okpe, is a Nigerian television anchor, journalist, model and filmmaker who has developed a strong presence at ARISE News. She co-anchors The Morning Show and hosts What’s Trending with Ojy Okpe, where she explores major conversations across entertainment, culture, society and current affairs. Her interviewing portfolio includes prominent international and African personalities such as Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, Wole Soyinka, Viola Davis and Aliko Dangote. Beyond broadcasting, she is involved in documentary production and African storytelling through her production company, Africa Shape. Her ability to move between news, interviews and cultural reporting gives her a distinctive position in African television.
9. Rayana Assi | Life TV | Côte d’Ivoire
Rayana Assi is a television presenter and communications professional associated with Life TV in Côte d’Ivoire. Her work sits within the country’s evolving television and entertainment landscape, where presenters increasingly play important roles in connecting audiences with public conversations, culture and contemporary issues. Her professional background in communication provides an additional dimension to her television work, reflecting the relationship between media presentation, audience engagement and strategic communication. She represents the growing visibility of women in Francophone African broadcasting.
10. Olive Emodi | News Central TV | Nigeria
Olive Emodi is a Nigerian lawyer, broadcaster and multi-award-winning media professional who co-hosts Breakfast Central, News Central Television’s flagship morning programme. With more than a decade of experience across television, digital media and live broadcasting, she has developed a reputation for articulate presentation, incisive interviews and confident moderation of important conversations. Her recognitions include the ELOY Award for TV Personality of the Year in 2016 and 2022, as well as The Future Awards Africa Prize for TV Presenter of the Year in 2018. Her legal training further strengthens her approach to discussions involving governance, public policy, business and social issues, making her an influential voice in contemporary Nigerian broadcasting.
Methodology
This editorial selection considers broadcasting experience, professional recognition, current television affiliations, presentation ability, interviewing skills, audience engagement and contributions to African media. It includes news anchors, current affairs broadcasters and television presenters whose work extends across journalism, entertainment and public affairs. The list is an editorial selection rather than a definitive ranking of audience reach or professional influence.
