Our Partners and Collaborators
African Female Voices Executive Team
Lebogang Masega
Lebogang Masega
Lebogang Masega
CEO and Founder
South Africa
Lebogang Tisane-Masega is an e-commerce specialist, MBA graduate, writer, and philanthropist. She is passionate about the empowerment of women and children, and transforming the political and economic landscape of Africa by providing tools to advance the representation of women across all fields.
Mutheu Kioko
Lebogang Masega
Lebogang Masega
Creative & Brand Director
Kenya
Mutheu Kioko is a communication specialist in the youth and development sectors in Kenya with a passion for good governance, conflict resolution and addressing gender issues across the African continent. Founder of MuKit, a Digital Marketing Agency that seeks to equip social media managers in the non-profit, governmental and international organizations industry with expertise and knowledge to ensure they run impactful digital media platforms.
LeadHERship professional development Program: 2025 cohort
Ashley Reynolds
Reabetsoe Malatjie
Ashley Reynolds
Ashley Reynolds
Cape Town, South Africa
Okuhle Mjadu
Reabetsoe Malatjie
Ashley Reynolds
Okuhle Mjadu
Pretoria, South Africa
Reabetsoe Malatjie
Reabetsoe Malatjie
Amogelang Michel Lebotse
Reabetsoe Malatjie
Pretoria, South Africa
Amogelang Michel Lebotse
Amogelang Michel Lebotse
Amogelang Michel Lebotse
Amogelang Michel Lebotse
Johannesburg, South Africa
Sipokazi Dunge
Amogelang Michel Lebotse
Sipokazi Dunge
Sipokazi Dunge
Johannesburg, South Africa
African Female Partnerships Team
Tendani Hlongwane
Tendani Hlongwane
Tendani Hlongwane
Mentorship Program Manager
South Africa
Tendani Hlongwane is a project manager focused on marketing and youth development. She is dedicated to empowering young people in South Africa by creating opportunities and driving impactful initiatives. Tendani is passionate about programs that effect meaningful change for women, children, and youth employment, embodying her commitment to fostering a brighter future for communities.
Bachuma Tom
Tendani Hlongwane
Tendani Hlongwane
Partnerships and Advocacy Coordinator
South Africa
Bachuma Tom is a dedicated and results-driven professional with a strong background in advocacy, global partnerships, strategic planning, and monitoring and evaluation. As a member of the Global Woman Cohort and a Girls for Girls mentee, Bachuma is passionate about women's empowerment and driving social change. With experience working in government and currently in the social investing space, Bachuma is passionate about driving meaningful change and impact.
African Female Voices Editorial Team
Redempter Wadzanayi Mukumbuzi
Redempter Wadzanayi Mukumbuzi
Redempter Wadzanayi Mukumbuzi
Writer
Zimbabwe
Redempter is an Administrator and Governance and Leadership graduate with experience in various industries. She is passionate about community development and economic growth. In her free time, she works with small businesses looking to grow by helping them set up systems and processes. Redempter is a Rotarian who is currently serving as club treasurer. She enjoys reading, traveling, and hiking.
Elham Alameen
Redempter Wadzanayi Mukumbuzi
Redempter Wadzanayi Mukumbuzi
Writer
Sudan
Elham, a Writer at African Female Voices, leverages her legal research background to craft insightful features on African women's experiences. Aspiring lawyer and believer in storytelling's power for change, she's drawn to narratives that defy expectations.
When not writing, Elham enjoys a strategic chess game.
Nonjabulo Malinga
Redempter Wadzanayi Mukumbuzi
Nonjabulo Malinga
Writer
South Africa
Nonjabulo Malinga is a prolific writer passionate about music, pop culture, and her experience as a young black woman in scientific research and the creative industry. Her work is bursting with bold takes on the truth and lies we tell ourselves about our culture. She has ambitions to build an agency that mobilizes people towards a colourful, consuming community against the backdrop of a growing South African creative and music industry.
Emefa Tsikata
Stella Botchwey
Nonjabulo Malinga
Writer
Ghana
Emefa Tsikata is a versatile television personality, actor, and writer with a unique blend of entertainment and academic prowess. Armed with a Master of Laws (LLM) in International Development and Human Rights from the University of Warwick, her unique approach to media seamlessly intertwines creativity and academia. Known for her role in "40 and Single"
on Netflix, directed by Leila Djansi, Emefa also runs the lifestyle blog Unapologetical E
encouraging readers to live life unapologetically!
Stella Botchwey
Stella Botchwey
Stella Botchwey
Writer
Ghana
Stella Botchwey is a Ghanaian journalist and news producer with over four years of experience in broadcast and multimedia storytelling. A graduate of the Ghana Institute of Journalism, she currently works with Daily Guide Network, where she produces news and current affairs. Her work focuses on political, social, and environmental issues, with a strong interest in climate finance and sustainability. Stella was also a Dikan Journalism Fellow, committed to telling impactful stories that highlight Africa’s challenges and opportunities.
Chioma Okoye
Stella Botchwey
Stella Botchwey
Writer
Nigeria
Chioma Okoye Joyce is a fourth-year medical student at Alex Ekwueme Federal University in Ebonyi State, Nigeria. She is passionate about reading, writing, and advocating for the safety of women and children, and she loves learning new things, aspiring to become a chef in the future. In her free time, she enjoys listening to podcasts, watching YouTube videos, reading, and practicing her crochet skills. Additionally, she volunteers with several non-governmental organizations focused on meeting community needs. Chioma believes that by doing her best as a student doctor and advocating for women and children, she is paving the way for others to dream big and achieve their goals.
African Female Translators Team
Farida Ahdy
Nguekem Sophie-Marceau
Nguekem Sophie-Marceau
Translator/Writer (Arabic)
Egypt
Farida Ahdy is a proficient professional with a Bachelor's degree in English from Al-Alsun and a minor in translation. With a year of experience as an AI annotator, Farida demonstrates proficiency in translation, editing, and a keen passion for bridging language barriers. Farida is highly motivated and detail-oriented, showcasing a strong attention to grammar and spelling. Beyond work, Farida enjoys building connections through gaming, reading, and music.
Nguekem Sophie-Marceau
Nguekem Sophie-Marceau
Nguekem Sophie-Marceau
Translator/Writer (French)
Cameroon
Nguekem Sophie-Marceau is a seasoned English and French translator with a rich background in serving local and foreign enterprises. Her expertise spans translation, subtitling, interpretation, and copywriting, and she carries the motto of "Global Insight, Local Expertise." Hailing from Cameroon, she brings a unique blend of global perspective and local sensibility to every project, aiming to break language barriers and contribute to impactful communication. Passionate about the power of words, she is thrilled to bring her skills and perspective to the African Female Voice community.
Wachera Ndung'u
Heinur Francisco
Heinur Francisco
Translator/Writer (Kiswahili)
Kenya
Wachera Ndung’u is an Education and Communications professional. She has been involved in Ed tech training and digital integration in learning institutions with Digital Education Africa Network based in Nairobi Kenya. In the recent past, she was part of a Literacy project in Kenya which was a great success in improving learning outcomes in early grade learners. She has a passion for empowering people with knowledge and skills. Her personal interests are reading, travel and cooking.
Heinur Francisco
Heinur Francisco
Heinur Francisco
Translator/Writer (Portuguese)
Angola
Born and raised in Angola, Heinur Francisco is a young, independent, and enthusiastic woman dedicated to both personal and professional growth. Currently working in the education and HR sectors, she brings over 7 years of experience and a strong passion for learning. Heinur holds a Degree in Chemical Engineering and professional courses in Education Studies from the University of Johannesburg. Recently, she earned licenses as an IELTS and TOEFL trainer. With her extensive skills, interpersonal abilities, and adaptability, she aims to transition into the corporate sector, focusing on learning and development or corporate training. Hardworking and determined, Heinur is committed to continuous improvement and staying relevant in a rapidly changing world.
The African Female Voices Creative Team
Sharon Lubembe Matakwa
Sharon Lubembe Matakwa
Sharon Lubembe Matakwa
Social Media Manager
Kenya
Driven by her belief in the transformative power of learning, unlearning, and relearning, Sharon Lubembe Matakwa embraces change as an opportunity for growth. Inspired by her mother’s wisdom that “the world is your oyster,” she is passionate about adapting to new challenges and empowering others to do the same. With a strong background in digital communication, Sharon Lubembe Matakwa is committed to fostering a vibrant online community that celebrates and amplifies the voices of women across Africa.
Gladys Kahuha
Sharon Lubembe Matakwa
Sharon Lubembe Matakwa
Graphics Designer
Kenya
Gladys Kahuha is a multifaceted creative professional with a passion for storytelling across visual, written, and audio platforms. As a graphic designer, she brings ideas to life through bold, clean design. Her work as a video editor, video journalist, and photojournalist enables her to capture genuine moments and craft compelling visual narratives. She also writes engaging articles that inform and inspire, and lends her voice to projects as a voice-over artist. With heart, skill, and versatility, she crafts impactful content that resonates with her audience.
African Female Voices Podcast Team
Jomali Sairiamu
Jomali Sairiamu
Jomali Sairiamu
Podcast Editor
Kenya
Jomali Sairiamu is a video editor with a keen eye for storytelling and a passion for amplifying voices. Bringing a background in film production and animation, Jomali's diverse editing experience, from news highlights and interviews to directing short films like "Uniquely Me: My Life with Autism", has prepared them to expertly craft stories for the ear. Jomali is now dedicated to ensuring the highest quality sound and impactful delivery for African female voices in our podcast.
Moses Mbogo
Jomali Sairiamu
Jomali Sairiamu
Podcast Editor
Kenya
Moses Mbogo is a dynamic media and communications professional with a strong background in social media management, visual, radio, and podcast production. With extensive experience creating and producing faith-based content, Moses designs monthly social media and campaigns for two gospel radio stations in Kenya. In addition to digital content creation, Mbogo has hands-on experience in radio and podcast production—crafting compelling audio stories, managing sound editing, and contributing to impactful programming that uplifts and informs. Passionate about faith-driven narratives and the power of African storytelling, Moses Mbogo brings a blend of creative strategy, technical media skills, and a deep commitment to community empowerment.