Hello.
I am an author, editor and content director with almost 20 years’ experience across publishing, advertising agency and corporate environments. I am obsessed with taking African stories to the world, and uplifting women’s voices. I hold a Master’s in Business Administration from the Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS), as well as a BPhil Honours in Journalism from Stellenbosch University. I have authored two books (so far).
What I do.
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Author
After a decade of writing about the politics of the natural hair movement, I wrote The Big South African Hair Book (2021). My debut novel, When the Filter Fades (2023), focuses on the agendas, aspirations and ambitions of three women in Joburg.
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Brand Marketing
My background in editorial, corporate and agency spaces has contributed to my expertise as a multi-platform communications authority. I have extensive experience in all aspects of brand marketing & communications.
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Public Speaking
From panel participant to facilitator and interviewer, I am an experienced host, MC, and public speaker. I have interviewed high profile individuals, such as Michelle Obama and Rihanna, and delivered talks at international tech companies, such as Meta.
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Digital Communications
I have managed social media business units (content, analytics and response) at firms such as Cell C and Coca-Cola. As an entrepreneur, I have delivered strategic social and digital support to small and medium enterprises.
Janine is one of the leading editorial minds in South Africa's media landscape today.
Khwezi Magwaza, Editorial Director: TED Conferences
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