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Chichewa Speaking Freelance Journalists

paydesk has 23 reporters who speak Chichewa. Our journalists can do broadcast reports, as well as printed media and photography. Our top correspondents who speak Chichewa are Chimwemwe Padatha and Kondwani Mdoko. Use our journalist directory to find an Chichewa speaking member to work for you.

Journalists Who Speak Chichewa



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 Health & Fitness Investigative Reporting
+2

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-
- Fine Point Production - As DOP and documentary director. ( Project; an investigative Documentary. Other crew were from Ireland)  3 to 6 September 2024.
- 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
Politics Current Affairs Technology
+10

Successor Galero

Blantyre, Malawi
Successor Galero is a journalist based in Blantyre, Malawi.
He is also a Drone Pilot and Video Director, I have worked with different TV and Radio Stations where I gain more experiences...I have also worked with Coppers Media International Limited but currently I visit different places for Aerial Read moreshooting more especially natural places, infrastructures etc..
Languages
English Chichewa
Services
Video Package (Web / Broadcast) Audio package (Radio / Podcast) Interview (Video / Broadcast)
+19
Skills
Business Finance Politics
+25

Shepherd Chabata

Harare, Zimbabwe
I am a photojournalist and filmmaker based in Zimbabwe, Africa. In addition to my skillset are graphics design, video editing, writing and translations. I am a lover of the outdoors and travelling. I enjoy listening to and telling human interest stories at the grassroots level. I work between Read moreZambia and Zimbabwe. I have full production gear and a sweet editing suite - essentially a small production company. I can handle most kinds of productions throwing in a creative flair and excellent communication throughout the production process.
Languages
English Ndebele Chichewa
+2
Services
Interview (Video / Broadcast) Documentaries News Gathering
+14
Skills
Finance Technology Science & Environment
+16

Chisomo Phiri

Blantyre, Malawi
Chisomo Phiri is a journalist based in Blantyre,Malawi. He has been contributing his articles to Nation Publications Limited (NPL), Daily Times, Malawi24, Nyasa Times, Africa Brief, Face of Malawi, and many other Malawian news outlets. From 2021 to early 2022, Chisomo worked as a Blantyre-based Read moreNational Reporter for Maravi Post online newspaper. Apart from being a journalist, Chisomo is also a professional marketer. He works as a digital marketing officer for Mtengowakumunda Enterprise, a Lilongwe-based porridge flour manufacturing company. He is also the editor for 247 Malawi News, a fast-growing online news platform.
Languages
English Chichewa
Services
News Gathering Feature Stories Content Writing
+4
Skills
Business Finance Politics
+13

Harold Kangoli

Kasungu, Malawi
As a seasoned freelance journalist and multimedia storyteller, I specialize in documentary filmmaking, graphic design, photography, and sound production. With a proven track record of delivering high-quality content, I've had the privilege of collaborating with esteemed organizations, including:

Read more- The Jesuit Center for Ecology and Development (JCED) - Media and Communications Partner (2019-Present)
- The Catholic Development Commission in Malawi (CADECOM) - Media and Communications Partner (2021-2023)
- Global Landscape Forum Extra (GLF) - Media and Communications Partner (2022-2023)

Throughout my career, I've developed a versatile skill set, including:

- Documentary filmmaking and video production
- Graphic design and visual storytelling
- Photography and photo editing
- Sound production and audio storytelling
- Social media management and content creation
- Public speaking and community engagement

My achievements include:

- Establishing connections with high-profile individuals and organizations
- Successfully increasing visibility for my clients through strategic content creation
- Continuously learning from industry experts and expanding my skill set
- Developing strong public speaking skills through fieldwork and community engagement
- Thriving in fast-paced environments and meeting deadlines under pressure

In addition to my technical skills, I bring:

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and graphic design software (CorelDraw, Serif, Adobe Photoshop, and Illustrator)
- Expertise in product branding and visual identity
- Strong computer literacy and troubleshooting skills

I'm passionate about collaborating with like-minded professionals and organizations to tell compelling stories and drive meaningful impact.
Languages
English Chichewa
Services
Video Package (Web / Broadcast) Audio package (Radio / Podcast) Interview (Video / Broadcast)
+13
Skills
Politics Current Affairs Technology
+15

Dan Kumwenda

Blantyre, Malawi
Dan Kumwenda is a Multimedia journalist based in Blantyre, Malawi.,I have worked with different Companies and TV stations in Malawi, I have been capturing documentaries, TV Adverts, TV Stories and TV  series for different Companies and organizations. I shot a series for dstv Titled Kulemera episod Read more1  also worked with Modern Education and Training institute(METI) as a Tutor in TV Production. I have worked for Voice of America as a official videographer in Malawi, I have also worked for Turkish Radio and Television(TRT World).
Languages
English Chichewa
Services
Interview (Video / Broadcast) Documentaries News Gathering
+2
Skills
Politics Natural Disasters Media Training
+4

Cynthia Nkhata

Lusaka, Zambia
CYNTHIA NKHATA is a journalist based in Lusaka, Zambia. specialized  in Gender reporting,children's rights,Business reporting ,health reporting,politics,investigative reporting Education and Humanitarian. Am a very Harding working journalist and my hardworking has earned awards recognition.
Languages
English Chichewa
Services
Interview (Video / Broadcast) News Gathering Investigative Journalism
+3
Skills
Business Current Affairs Natural Disasters
+11

Radiant Pictures

Lilongwe, Malawi
Radiant Pictures is a media entity whose co-founder, Kalimwai Kamwendo is a former journalist but currently works as a legal practitioner. The company is based in Lilongwe, Malawi.

The Company specialises in video documentaries and live streaming services among other video and photo services.
Languages
English Chichewa Swahili
Services
Documentaries Photography Drone Footage
+2
Skills
Business Technology Medical
+1

Mthoniswa Banda

Lusaka, Zambia
Mthoniswa Banda is  an indepth writer / analyst on Zambia's  circular economy, environment, wildlife, media environment and other community development issues. 
He is a communications, media and advocacy strategist currently offering consulting services under Mthoniswa Banda Consultancy to Read moreorganisations and individuals seeking media coverage, brand publicity, and best practice activity story telling.
He is writer, researcher, media planner and projects documents editor.
Languages
English French Ndebele
+3
Services
Content Writing Corporate Content Risk Analysis
+6
Skills
Business Finance Politics
+15

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
Business Current Affairs Natural Disasters
+9

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
Business Finance Politics
+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
Business Politics Current Affairs
+9

Mercy Kawenga

Lilongwe, Malawi
Mercy Kawenga is a journalist based in Lilongwe, Malawi.
Languages
German English Chichewa
+1
Services
Audio package (Radio / Podcast) Interview (Video / Broadcast) News Gathering
+2
Skills
Business Politics Current Affairs
+8

Pemphero Musowa

Blantyre, Malawi
Pemphero Musowa is a journalist based in Blantyre, Malawi.

Musowa is an award-winning journalist as well as celebrated music and sports writer with vast experience in online news reporting.
Languages
English Chichewa
Services
Vox Pop News Gathering Photography
+2
Skills
Business Finance Politics
+18

Brian Ligomeka

Blantyre, Malawi
Brian Ligomeka is a journalist based in Blantyre, Malawi. Brian has worked for both local and international media outlets in his career spanning over 20 years. In Malawi, Brian Ligomeka worked as Editor for Times Group where he edited The Sunday Times, The Daily Times and was also the producer of Read moresome current affairs programmes for Times Television and Times Radio. He has also contributed to several international media outlets including Inter Press Service, BBC Monitoring Service, South Africa's News24, Africa Confidential and is the current stringer for Deutsche Presse Agentur (Germany News Agency) in Malawi. He currently leads a human rights media organisation, Centre for Solutions Journalism.
Besides contributing to international media, Brian has also served as a fixer for journalists from such organisations as CNN and SkyNews.
Brian holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) Degree from Heriot-Watt University in Scotland, and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Mass Communication from Shareworld Open University. He also has qualifications in teaching, having been educated at Blantyre Teachers College.
Languages
Chichewa
Services
Feature Stories Content Writing Corporate Content
+7
Skills
Politics Current Affairs Science & Environment
+7

Tatenda Zinto

Harare, Zimbabwe
Tatenda Zinto is a journalist based in Harare, Zimbabwe.
Languages
English Chichewa Shona
Services
Audio package (Radio / Podcast) Interview (Video / Broadcast) Documentaries
+2
Skills
Business Politics Current Affairs
+15

Charles Phoya

Blantyre, Malawi
Charles Phoya is a journalist based in Blantyre, Malawi.

I am an experienced writer with a solid track record. I have worked for various media outlet. I now focus on meeting the media goals of the freelance needs of small businesses and organizations that want to promote their services and Read moreachievements. 

Specializing in photography and documentary journalism, I draw the audience into the moment and hold them there. I strive to put a human face on groundbreaking stories about politics, intertainment,health, sustainability and everything of human interests.
Languages
English Chichewa
Services
Photography
Skills
Music Cultural Travel

Alemayehu Sori

Minneapolis, United States of America
ALEMAYEHU SORI is a journalist based in Minneapolis, United States of America.
Languages
Avestan Amharic Aragonese
+113
Services
Video Package (Web / Broadcast) Audio package (Radio / Podcast) Interview (Video / Broadcast)
+5
Skills
Current Affairs Fact Checking

Emmanuel Liston Musopole

Blantyre, Malawi
Emmanuel Liston Musopole is A Freelance Journalist,Broadcaster,Public Relations Expert And Business Promotion Expert Based in Blantyre, Malawi.

Emmanuel Liston Musopole is Very Excellent When It Comes To Writing  News Stories Any Kind For Newspapers,Magazines,Radio Stations,Television Stations Read moreAnd News Websites!

Emmanuel Liston Musopole is Also Very Excellent When It Comes To Writing And Editing Feature Articles (Such As Profiles;Book Reviews;And Film Reviews)For Newspapers, Magazines And News Websites!

Emmanuel Liston Musopole is Also Very Excellent When It Comes To Producing And Presenting Any Kind Of Radio Programmes, Television Programmes And Internet Programmes!

Emmanuel Liston Musopole Very Excellently,Very Happily And Very Timely Covers Performing Arts,Political,Social,Environmental, Sports,Cultural And Other Media Assignments!

Emmanuel Liston Musopole Has The Capacity To Cover Events And Issues Anywhere In Malawi!

Some Of The News Stories;Feature Articles; And Opinion Articles Which Emmanuel Liston Musopole Writes And Edits Are Published On News Blogs And Websites Such As:****** And *******

Emmanuel Liston Musopole is Always Very Ready And Willing To Work As A Freelance Journalist,Broadcaster And Public Relations Expert For Any Organization Within Malawi Or Outside Malawi!
Languages
English Chichewa
Services
Audio package (Radio / Podcast) Interview (Video / Broadcast) Vox Pop
+10
Skills
Business Finance Politics
+16

Luciano Milala

Mzuzu, Malawi
Luciano Milala is a journalist based in Mchinji, Malawi.
Languages
English Chichewa
Services
Video Package (Web / Broadcast) Audio package (Radio / Podcast) Interview (Video / Broadcast)
+8
Skills
Politics Technology Science & Environment
+13

John Yasini

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
John Yasini is a journalist based in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe.
Languages
English Ndebele Chichewa
+1
Services
Photography
Skills
Breaking News

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
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