H.E Macenje Mazoka 2024 Speaker

High Commissioner

Zambia High Commission to the United Kingdom of Great Britain & Ireland

Biography

H.E. Macenje “Che Che” Mazoka has over 30 years’ experience in the communications sector in the areas of business development, executive leadership, strategy, partnerships, technical, education and on-air presenting. Her professional experience also encompasses strategic business negotiations, social justice/advocacy, NGO support, Board leadership, team management and fundraising.
Prior to her diplomatic appointment, Mazoka managed Regional Communications and Stakeholder Relations for the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) after having launched and led the Corporations Funding and Partnerships Department. Coupled with operational experience, Ms. Mazoka’s contribution to the SABC also extended to policy development and securing strategic business partnerships, both financial and otherwise.

Ms Mazoka started her media career at the Zambia National Broadcasting Corporation (ZNBC) before moving to the USA where she worked for the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) at affiliates in both Washington DC and New York City. Mazoka also served as a lecturer for 8 years teaching graduate courses in Media Literacy and Media Ethics.
In addition to Media experience, Mazoka has served on numerous industry bodies, NGO’s and Boards across the globe to share, shape and keep abreast of trends and advise on policy enhancement related to communications, business operations and/or partnership development. Recent affiliations include the South African Audio Visual Forum (SAAVF), the African Tourism Board (ATB), and Develop Zambia Forum (DZF) to name a few.

Mazoka holds a B.A. degree in Broadcast Journalism from Howard University in Washington DC, a Masters in Media Management from The New School University in New York City and an Executive Management Development Programme Certificate from the University of Stellenbosch Business School in Cape Town, South Africa.

Ms. Mazoka is married with two children.