Wangeci Mūrage stands as a highly respected Broadcast Media Executive and Creative
Content Specialist, with a distinguished 25-year career in the African media landscape.
Her expertise lies in strategic partnerships with global media stakeholders and content
development. Wangeci has curated an impressive portfolio of African content and
successfully brokered distribution deals with international streaming platforms, including
Netflix, demonstrating her mastery in navigating the global media arena. Her skill set
spans talent acquisition, event management, and leadership within content markets and
film festivals.
Wangeci holds an MBA in Media Leadership from the University of Cumbria,
complemented by specialized training in Women's Entrepreneurship and Leadership, as
well as Television Production. As the CEO of Media Pros Africa, she leads a media
consultancy known for delivering tailored media solutions across Africa. Media Pros
Africa collaborates with broadcast platforms, content producers, film festivals, and
media institutions, contributing to the growth and diversification of African media
content.
Her career highlights include serving as Programming Manager at M-Net Africa, where
she was instrumental in creating shows like Big Brother Africa and Idols East Africa. As
Head of Business Development at Wananchi Programming (ZUKU TV), Wangeci led the
commissioning of local productions such as Tales From The Bush Larder and Groove
Theory, while also developing new channels like Zuku Swahili Movies and Zuku Kids.
Wangeci’s contributions to the industry have earned her positions on prestigious awards
juries, including the Emmy Awards, Africa Movie Academy Awards, and Africa Magic
Viewer’s Choice Awards. She is also an active participant in prominent media forums
and content markets, such as DISCOP Africa and the East African Film Network,
shaping discussions on the future of African media.
A dedicated advocate for media innovation, Wangeci has played a pivotal role in the
development of content markets in Zanzibar, Zambia, and Rwanda. She continues to
lead training workshops and facilitate industry growth.
Reflecting on her entrepreneurial journey, Wangeci credits the exceptional training at
the Academy of Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) an initiative powered by Ushindi
Empowerment Group, noting: "The program had a transformative impact on my
entrepreneurial journey, providing invaluable insights that continue to shape my
leadership approach."
Wangeci's illustrious career stands as a testament to her passion for advancing African
media on the global stage.