Mada Phiri

Asanda Beda is a prominent South African broadcaster and journalist known for her dynamic presence in radio and television. She is currently a co-host of the”Rise and Shine” news and current affairs show on Channel Africa, where she delivers insightful coverage of political events across the continent and internationally. The show is recognized for its commitment to factual, balanced reporting and for holding those in power accountable.

Tsepiso Makwetla is a broadcaster and journalist with more than 20 years’ experience in broadcasting and journalism. She’s currently the WHO Africa moderator for their online briefings on the Covid19 pandemic.Below is a list of some of her accomplishments and career experience: ▪ 2018 IVLP Alumni – Edward R. Murrow program ▪ International Monetary Fund in Washington ( She was roped in to help launch their youth dialogue at their Annual Summit in 2010); ▪ International Parliamentary Union at the United Nations Headquarters in Geneva Switzerland – requested to facilitate a three hour live television panel discussion on the attainment of MDG goals with more than 100 parliamentarians from all over the world (2008); ▪ Co-host Women Deliver International Conference – Copenhagen, Denmark 2015 ▪ Moderating at the high-level conference of the African Union on democracy and constitution making, 25-27 November 2013 – Dakar, Senegal; November 2017 Pretoria, South Africa ▪ Guest speaker and facilitator the International youth conference on Elections in Abuja (2014) where she was both a facilitator and International Speaker

Mada Phiri is a dynamic and insightful broadcast journalist, best known as the host of Zochitika, a popular News and Current Affairs show aired on Channel Africa. With a commanding presence and a deep understanding of regional and global issues

An award-winning Journalist, News Anchor and Communications Manager with over 10 years professional working experience.

Dedicated journalist and reporter for Vues d’Afrique, committed to amplifying voices that envision a stronger, fairer Africa. With a deep interest in pan-African dynamics, major continental developments, and the human stories behind the headlines

Multi-Award Winning Journalist. Broadcaster African Business Heroes Entrepreneur Journalism Excellence Award. Famram Foundation Hera Award. Turquoise Harmony Institute Women Half the Sky Award.