Top 75 Journalists and News Influencers on TikTok in Africa. Part 2 (50-26)
Now, we continue our exploration of the most influential news voices on TikTok in Africa.
This second part of the series highlights creators ranked 50 to 26 journalists and news influencers who are transforming storytelling and public engagement across the continent, one video at a time.
To compile this ranking, we used HypeAuditor, an AI-powered influencer marketing platform. Its Audience Quality Score (AQS) – which evaluates engagement, audience authenticity, growth patterns, and overall community quality – helped us spotlight digital creators who stand out not just for their reach, but for the real impact they’re making.
If you missed the first part of the series, make sure to check it out here.
Now, here are spots 50-26.
50. Feleke Demissie (Ethiopia)
Feleke Demissie is a sports journalist who shares news, reviews, and analysis across social platforms. He covers sports events with clear and engaging storytelling. His content combines professional journalism with accessible digital media, connecting with audiences interested in sports.
49. Alex Charming (Ghana)
Alex Charming is a blogger, journalist, and lab tech who shares informative multimedia content across social platforms. His videos range from explanatory formats to demonstrative clips, always covering news and updates relevant to his region.
48. Dokteur Mouaz (Cameroon)
Dokteur Mouaz is a journalist and IT entrepreneur who shares informative content across social platforms. He produces news updates and digital media that combine professional journalism with insights into technology and entrepreneurship.
47. Mohamed Ally (Kenya)
Mohamed Ally, known as "Magical Moha", is a Kenyan investigative journalist who has built a strong following through his digital presence, particularly on TikTok. Known for his bold and direct style, he uses social media to highlight political, social and justice issues often overlooked by mainstream outlets.
Combining his identity as a devout Muslim with a commitment to accountability, Moha has become an emerging voice in Kenya’s digital journalism landscape.
46. Kissibo Hawali Baggett (Uganda)
Kissibo Hawali Baggett is an investigative journalist and multimedia content creator from the Busoga region who runs the"KHB UGANDA" YouTube channel and active social accounts.
He focuses on grassroots, street-level investigations, exposing alleged fraud, local governance failures and everyday injustices, using a mix of longer YouTube reports and short social videos to amplify community complaints and push for accountability.
45. Roger Elgon (Uganda)
Roger Elgon is a Ugandan journalist and radio station manager based in Kapchorwa who leads programming at Elgon Radio 95.4 FM, a station known for its local focus in the Eastern Region.
He plays a key role in shaping content that speaks to the concerns of the Sebei community, covering culture, entertainment, local governance, and events both on air and through community outreach.
44. Seydou Nourou (Senegal)
Seydou Nourou is a TV presenter and journalist with a strong digital presence, particularly on platforms like Instagram and TikTok, where he shares content related to media, culture and faith.
43. "Presenter Athman" (Kenya)
"Presenter Athman" is a journalist and digital content creator based in Mombasa, Kenya, who has built a wide following by blending radio presentation, sports commentary and lifestyle content with social media storytelling.
42. Mbaye Anta (Senegal)
Mbaye Anta, who goes by the name “Chronique de Mbaye”, is a Senegalese sports journalist and communicator who runs a YouTube channel specialising in football and general sports coverage, often highlighting local talent and sporting events while engaging audiences with dynamic storytelling.
41. Danladi Rock (Ghana)
Danladi Rock is a Nigeria-based musician, songwriter, and journalist who also runs King Rock Music, his own label or studio.
While his primary public work is musical, releasing singles and albums like “Konjo” and “Mister Police” under the King Rock banner, he appears to use his journalistic background to inform his lyrical content, weaving social commentary and local cultural themes into his songs.
40. Munakabanga (Uganda)
Munakabanga the Analyst is a sports commentator, presenter and reporter who brings encyclopaedic knowledge of games and athletes to his audience, combining live analysis with in-depth commentary.
39. Elimane Cissé (Senegal)
Elimane Cissé is a Senegalese sports journalist, commentator and YouTuber known for streaming live football matches, wrestling events, and mixed martial arts on his verified YouTube channel.
He studied at ISEG Dakar and works independently, blending commentary and streaming into a digital media presence that engages fans across Francophone Africa.
38. Fagende Abdi (Somalia)
Fagende Abdi is a Somali journalist, reporter and multimedia storyteller who directs Sahal Cable in the Nugaal region, delivering news, feature reports and live broadcasts for communities in Puntland.
He works across formats, writing, photography, video and audio, to bring attention to regional developments, governance challenges and human stories often underreported in Somali media.
37. Germain Muloko (Democratic Republic of the Congo)
Germain Muloko is a journalist and media director. He appears to oversee or direct journalistic content, likely managing teams or a media outlet, and contributes to public discourse through reporting.
36. Jean-Baptiste Kabeya (Democratic Republic of the Congo)
Jean-Baptiste Kabeya is a political journalist and reporter based in Mbuji-Mayi, in the Kasaï-Oriental province of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
He works for Radio Fondation Daniel Madimba (FDM Radio), a community station broadcasting locally, and contributes also to Dépêche.cd, an online news outlet.
35. Ahmed Hamouda (Egypt)
Ahmed Hamouda is a sports presenter and founder of the media outlet المهم (Al-Muhim). He works with 365Scores, delivering sports news and commentary, and also hosts content on his YouTube channel, where he engages fans with match analysis, interviews and sports insights.
34. Xaaji Mideeye (Somalia)
Xaaji Mideeye is an independent Somali journalist who publishes around the clock on social media platforms, focusing on breaking news and real-time reporting.
Known for his rapid updates and on-the-ground coverage, he leverages digital channels to bring timely information to audiences in Somalia and the Horn of Africa.
33. Habiba Amdala (Ethiopia)
Habiba Amdala is a TV anchor and host known as Hab News, with a strong digital following. She operates in broadcast and online media, presenting news and current affairs, and engages audiences through her personal portrayal of stories.
32. "El Solo TV" (Benin)
"El Solo TV" is a multifaceted media personality from Benin, known for his work as a comedian, writer, poet, journalist, columnist, and storyteller. He engages audiences through a blend of humour, literary expression, and insightful commentary, contributing to the cultural and media landscape of his community.
31. Donald Prince Kouassi (Benin)
Donald Prince Kouassi Kpanou is a journalist, reporter, and presenter at Lumen Christi TV, a Catholic television station in Benin. He is known for his work covering religious events and community stories, bringing a faith-based perspective to his reporting.
His role at Lumen Christi TV involves presenting news and features that resonate with the values and interests of the Catholic community in Benin.
30. "Sports Doctor" (Ghana)
"Sports Doctor" is a Ghanaian sports journalist and presenter known for his dynamic coverage of local and international sports. He co-hosts the sports segment "Floodlight Sports" on Angel 102.9 FM, where he provides in-depth analysis and commentary on various sporting events.
29. Hassannoor Ciyaarjaceyl (Kenya)
Hassannoor Ciyaarjaceyl is a journalist known for his real-time reporting and political commentary. He actively engages audiences through his social media platforms, providing insights into current issues and fostering discussions on political landscapes.
His work reflects a commitment to keeping the public informed and engaged with the evolving socio-political environment.
28. "All Star Blog" (Ghana)
"All Star Blog" is a Ghanaian sports journalist and content creator known for his dynamic coverage of local and international sports events. He is an accredited journalist with both FIFA and CAF and a proud member of the Sports Writers Association of Ghana.
Through his blog and YouTube channel, he provides insightful commentary, match analyses, and interviews, engaging a wide audience passionate about sports.
27. Bassant El Miniawy (Egypt)
Bassant El Miniawy is an Egyptian journalist and media professional known for her role as an anchor at Cairo 24 and as the presenter of the programme "جيب المواطن" ("Citizen's Pocket").
In addition to her broadcasting work, she serves as a marketing manager, blending her media expertise with strategic communication skills.
26. Yaya Muhammad (Nigeria)
Yaya Muhammad is a multimedia journalist, digital media specialist, and filmmaker from Kano, Northern Nigeria. He serves as the Station Manager at Iconic FM 104.5 Sokoto, where he leads programming and editorial direction.
With a background in SBCC (Social and Behavioural Change Communication), he integrates storytelling with strategic communication to influence public opinion and promote social change.
Discover the first part of the list (numbers 25-1) on November 13.
This list was created with the help of HypeAuditor and is based on the Audience Quality Score (AQS). In case of a tie between two or more personalities, we used the engagement rate to determine the order. The keywords used in our search were 'journalist', 'journalism', 'host', 'reporter', and 'presenter' in all African countries.
Read more from this series exploring TikTok journalism across the Global South:
Top journalists in Latin America. Part 4.
Top journalists in Latin America. Part 3.
Top journalists in Latin America. Part 2.
Top journalists in Latin America. Part 1.
Top journalists in Southeast Asia. Part 3.
This story is written and edited by the Global South World team, you can contact us here.
