Gambian journalist Sheriff Bojang Jr has been named among the top 50 journalists in Africa by Glass House PR agency, on Monday.
Glass House, based in Kenya, is an award-winning, independent pan-African top public relations and strategic communications agency.
Bojang, an award winning multi-talented journalist, has worked for many local and international news outfits including The Daily Observer, The Chronicle, West Africa Democracy Radio and the BBC. He is currently the deputy political editor of The Africa Report based in England and France.
In its statement, Glass House wrote: “Today, we celebrate Africa Media Power 50, recognising the media personalities whose work continues to tell the continent’s stories. Across our continent, 54 beautiful countries hold countless stories of innovation, resilience, culture, leadership and possibility. How these stories are told matters. The people behind the headlines, the investigations that hold power to account and the conversations that shape public understanding influence how Africa sees itself and how the world sees Africa.
“From investigative journalism and broadcasting to editorial leadership, media entrepreneurship and commentary, these individuals are bringing Africa’s stories to the forefront, shaping perspectives and influencing public discourse. The voices of these 50 personalities continue to shape Africa’s media landscape.”
Among the 50 are senior lead presenter at BBC Africa Waihiga Mwaura, Victoria Rubadiri of CNN, Nimael Bagir of CNN, Maupe Ogun of Channels Television, Ann Godwinj of The Guardian Nigeria, Awa Gai of TFM, Coumba Kane of Le Monde France, Umaru Fofana of BBC Africa, and Adriaan Basson of News24.
