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Paydesk has 11 journalists in Lilongwe. Our journalists can do broadcast reports, as well as printed media and photography.

Our top journalists in Lilongwe are Chimwemwe Padatha and Jamal Prince Jamal.

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Journalists in Lilongwe



Chimwemwe Padatha

Lilongwe, Malawi
Chimwemwe is a multi-award-winning freelance Journalist from Malawi. He has been in radio broadcasting for a decade. He is a reporter for the Voice of America (VOA) and a Correspondent for Germany's International Broadcaster, Deutsche Welle (DW). He is a Media and Communication professional with a Read moreBachelor's Degree in Communication and Cultural Studies. Chimwemwe is a 2023 Alumni of the International Visitor Leadership Programme (IVLP) under the United States of America State of Department.

In 2022, Chimwemwe was among 25 Journalists awarded the National Press Foundation (NPF) Rare Disease reporting fellowships. That aside, Chimwemwe is an alumni of the International Journalist Programme (IJP). In 2018, he emerged the best Supply Chain of Essential Medicines Journalist under the Media Institute of Southern Africa (MISA) Malawi Chapter.
Languages
English Chichewa
Services
Video Package (Web / Broadcast) Audio package (Radio / Podcast) Interview (Video / Broadcast)
+8
Skills
Current Affairs Investigative Reporting Breaking News
+2

Jamal Prince Jamal

Lilongwe, Malawi
Jamal  Prince Jamal is a journalist, publisher, podcaster and documentary firm maker based in Lilongwe, Malawi. With extensive experience in print, broadcast and online media, Jamal has become of the leading journalists in Malawi. He has published 10 different titles of magazines which are in Read morecirculation across the country. He has also been producing a weekly investigative podcast, The Assignment.
Languages
English
Services
Video Package (Web / Broadcast) Audio package (Radio / Podcast) Interview (Video / Broadcast)
+7
Skills
Politics Investigative Reporting Breaking News

Kondwani Mdoko

Lilongwe, Malawi
Kondwani Mdoko is a media production and fixer specialist, a Cinematographer and documentary videographer. A seaside filmmaker a Drone pilot and photographer based in Lilongwe, Malawi. I am good and have experience in facilitating successful operations in;
1. Project Facilitation
2. Location Read moreScouting
3. Permit Acquisition
4. Local Liaison we bridge cultural and language barriers

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
- Worked with Malawi State House as a Videographer
- Malawi Broadcasting Corporation (MBC)  as Graphics designer/ Video Editor /Cameraman
And I own a media production company called Bitrate Media

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS:
• An experienced and versatile videographer and cameraman with more than 16 years experience.
• Experienced in Graphics, Designing and Multimedia Production.

AWARDS:
- Certificate Media Development TV- MBC
- Certificate Media Development TV – DW TV

JOBS DONE-
- Cross My Heart Productions (USA based film crew) as a second cameraman (Project: Video documentary for Foundation for Smoke Free World sponsored by Phillip Morris)
- Whistleblower Production (Australian /Chinese film production company) as Location and Transport Manager-From October 6 to 22, 2018 and From August 15 to 29, 2019. FIXER
(Project: Shooting a movie called Whistleblower in Mzuzu.)
- Other organisations include CNN and Aljazeera as an assistant cameraman for television news production and Fixer.
- Worked on video documentaries for Save the Children; Farm Radio Trust; Japanese Embassy in Malawi;
Lilongwe Water Board; Tobacco Commission; IFESS International/Baobab Health Trust; Malawi Red Cross. Just to mention a few.
Languages
English Chichewa
Services
Video Package (Web / Broadcast) Audio package (Radio / Podcast) Interview (Video / Broadcast)
+10
Skills
Climate Change Technology Breaking News
+10

James Jamu

Lilongwe, Malawi
Multimedia journalist and documentary filmmaker interested in exploring social issues that tackle post colonialism, indigenous culture, environment and identity.
 
I am a member of the African Photojournalism Database. A joint project of World Press Photo Foundation & Everyday Africa. DW Akademie Read moreConstructive Journalism Lab Fellow 2022, One World Media Fellow 2021. 

I have produced content for/in partnership with National Geographic, Al Jazeera, DW, Open Society Institute of Southern Africa, The Namibian newspaper, One World Media, UNESCO, FAO and UNFPA.
Languages
English
Services
Video Package (Web / Broadcast) Interview (Video / Broadcast) Documentaries
+3
Skills
Science & Environment War Reporter Cultural
+2

Harold Kangoli

Lilongwe, Malawi
Harold Kangoli is an environmental  journalist and documentary film maker based in the central region of Malawi. Has been working with different organisations like the Catholic Development Commission in Malawi (CADECON), the Jesuit Center for Ecology and Development (JCED) and the Global Landscapes Read moreForum (GLF).
Languages
English French Chichewa
Services
Video Package (Web / Broadcast) Audio package (Radio / Podcast) Interview (Video / Broadcast)
+13
Skills
Training Investigative Reporting Breaking News
+14

Lovemore Khomo

Lilongwe, Malawi
Lovemore Khomo is a journalist based in Lilongwe, Central Region, Malawi.
I understand that the world is in our hands and there is need to work together and make a difference to people lives.
I have been working with Farm Radio International Weekly also known as Barza Wire farmradio.fm as a Read morecontributor since 2016. Locally, I am a staff writer for Nyasatimes www.nyasatimes.com and a freelance for Malawi Voice www.malawivoice.com and below are my recent stories.

https://www.nyasatimes.com/uladi-changes-goal-joins-mcp-after-a-stint-with-dpp-pp-and-udf/
https://wire.farmradio.fm/farmer-stories/malawi-support-services-help-survivors-of-gender-based-violence/

And these are my profession qualities:
•	A progressive and deep thinker with excellent analytical skills posseses more than 5 years’ experience as a journalist working in a busy newsroom.
•	I have written and produced Investigative pieces on different topics (In-depth reports)
•	Ability to investigate things deeply.
•	I have been tracking different developmental integrity and topics in recent years-Malawi.
•	I have worked as a Journalist with an excellence knowledge in articulating issues happening in different developmental sectors.
•	Excellent in researching, writing and listening on wide range of topics.
•	Excellent in covering the real time news and presenting them (Trending technical, political, social and economic issues).
•	Proficient in working in shifts and to work in 24X7 work environment.
•	Unmatchable communication skills in written and verbal both.
•	Excellent interpersonal skills.
•	Able to identify, research and verify news stories
•	Generating ideas for stories from current issues making headlines
•	Covering a range of areas for local dailies.
•	Reporting live as it unfolds and presenting newscast on air.
Languages
English French Chichewa
Services
Video Package (Web / Broadcast) Audio package (Radio / Podcast) Interview (Video / Broadcast)
+16
Skills
Finance Music Business
+19

Robert Mbetewa

Lilongwe, Malawi
Robert Mbetewa is a journalist based in Lilongwe, Malawi.

He is a seasoned journalist with a profound passion for storytelling through the lens of a camera. With a decade-long career in the media industry, Mbetewa has established himself as a reputable freelance videographer, capturing Read morecompelling narratives both locally and internationally.
Over the course of his career, Mbetewa has collaborated with prominent local media outlets such as Times Group, Malawi Broadcasting Corporation (MBC), and Zodiak Broadcasting Station
Beyond his contributions to local media, Mbetewa work has garnered international recognition, earning him opportunities to collaborate with esteemed news outlets like Al Jazeera and the BBC. His ability to capture the essence of a story with authenticity and sensitivity has made him a sought-after talent in the global media landscape.
Languages
English Chichewa
Services
Interview (Video / Broadcast) Vox Pop Documentaries
+8
Skills
Climate Change Science & Environment Investigative Reporting
+9

Madalitso Kateta

Lilongwe, Malawi
Madalitso Kateta is a Malawian freelance journalist based in the capital Lilongwe. Kateta specialises in developmental reporting, mostly reporting on Human Rights including Gender and Child Rights, Environment and Economics.
Languages
English Chichewa Portuguese
Services
Audio package (Radio / Podcast) Interview (Video / Broadcast) News Gathering
+10
Skills
Research Climate Change Travel
+9

Daniel Difasio Phiri

Lilongwe, Malawi
Daniel difasio Phiri is a journalist.
Languages
English French Chichewa
Services
Audio package (Radio / Podcast) Interview (Video / Broadcast) News Gathering
+6
Skills
Fact Checking

Noel Wadson

Lilongwe, Malawi
Noel Wadson is a journalist.
Languages
English
Services
Investigative Journalism Photography Journalism
+1
Skills
Fact Checking

Mercy Kawenga

Lilongwe, Malawi
Mercy Kawenga is a journalist based in Lilongwe, Malawi.
Languages
German English Chichewa
Services
Audio package (Radio / Podcast) Interview (Video / Broadcast) News Gathering
+2
Skills
Cultural Fact Checking Current Affairs
+1
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