I am Amahle Ngqwemla, born and raised in the city of Cape Town in the small township of Langa. I currently hold a Bachelor of Arts degree majoring in Media Studies and Sociology from Wits. I have always loved the media industry, storytelling and all things that foster and encourage creativity. With my experience at the centre, I hope to leave a mark on those who engage with my work and to also leave as an excellent media professional. 

Hannah Brown is a multimedia journalist, photographer and researcher, whose work focuses on human rights, climate change and stories that hold power to account. She is currently based in Johannesburg, South Africa and studying Journalism and Media Studies at the University of the Witwatersrand. In 2024, she graduated with a First-Class Bachelor’s Degree in Photojournalism and Documentary Photography from the University of the Arts London. 

Creation is a deeply personal process; we embed pieces of ourselves in everything we write, every drawing we sketch, every photo we take. The ability for our creations to “speak back” is evidence of their humanity. In an age where creativity is being increasingly consumed by AI, this humanness remains our greatest weapon. Through a diversity of mediums, I hope to weave stories that speak out and connect in a way that is fundamentally and irreplaceably human. 

In my 21 years of life, I cannot recall a single, conscious memory of there ever being a time when I did not have a book or pen in my hands. My writing is a journey into the depths of my heart and soul. Every poem, piece of prose or photograph has a part of me in it. I weave my soul in between the written words. I rip my heart out of my chest and carefully place it between the bindings. The ideas overflow and the pen runs out of ink. The book is busting at the seams, and the pages are worn out. My heart is full of love, and I am no longer starving. Only when I am buried between the bindings. 

I am Khutso Ngwatoana from Braamfischerville, Soweto, a BA in Media Studies degree holder from University of Limpopo, I am studying Honours in Journalism and Media Studies at Wits University. The aim is to become the next news anchor for one of the biggest newsroom in South Africa, SABC. I volunteer being a news anchor to a local radio station called Ink Media FM to gain experience in broadcasting news. I am driven by determination, patience and loyalty. 

Rearabilwe Tsebela is a journalism student originally from Ikageng, Potchefstroom, who recently completed her undergraduate degree in Live Performance, majoring in media presenting and screen acting. Driven by a deep love for storytelling, she is passionate about documenting film, television and pop culture with depth and credibility. Tsebela aims to treat the entertainment industry as history in the making, using journalism to inform, inspire and preserve stories that matter. 

I am Nqobile Mtshali, a Johannesburg based journalism and media student passionate about storytelling, broadcasting and digital media. As a creative and a storyteller, I’m drawn to stories at the intersection of media, culture and power and the ways they shape whose voices are heard. At my core I write to question, challenge and to connect and I hope my work creates space for conversations that feel honest and impactful.   

Hello! I am a poet, writer and overall, a passionate wordsmith.  I recently completed my triple major in BA Law, Media Studies and Psychology, with distinction. The combination of these subjects reflects my deep love for learning. I find myself at The Wits Centre for Journalism eager to further enhance consciousness through storytelling and learning more about my purpose and the way it contributes to the world around me, in true public service.  

 I’m a storyteller and a media enthusiast with a passion for sharing stories that empower women, especially in male-dominated spaces like sports. As a sports photographer and digital content creator, I’m drawn to capturing moments that go beyond the game. I currently serve as the Wits Sports Council Media Officer.  

At Wits Vuvuzela, I’m eager to grow as a journalist, broaden my perspective, and continue telling impactful stories that inform, challenge, and connect. 

Hi! My name is Kamogelo Lesabe. I am 21 years of age, and I was born and raised right here in Johannesburg. I graduated with a bachelor’s degree in media studies and psychology from Wits. From a young age, I have always been drawn to broadcasting and with this course I want to delve deeper into the ins and outs journalism as a practise that is not just limited to broadcasting. I want to be an inspiration to many by making an impact through this extraordinary, complicated yet beautiful way of storytelling.