A research enthusiast, media and communication lecturer, media and communication consultant, news media junkie, lover of good food, music and all things in between and beyond.

Brenda has over 8 years experience in journalism and media education, research and consultancy. Has worked with several governments, Universities, organisations and communities as trainer, researcher, advisor, author, consultant and mentor. Has written and researched widely on issues surrounding media policy, politics, media freedoms, media and culture, TV and Radio, media history, human rights, Internet freedoms, social media, among others.

A Doctoral Candidate in Media and Cultural Studies at South Africa's premier University, UKZN.

In possession of qualifications from University of Ohio (USA), University of Oslo (Norway), and University of Zambia (Zambia)

Has worked and networked with various organisations and universities including; University of Zambia (Zambia), University of Ohio (Athens, Ohio), University of Helsinki (Helsinki, Finland) Freedom House (New York), AVAP-Zambia and MISA-Zambia Chapter.

Recipient of a number of fellowships including; US Department of State SUSI fellowship (2014), Frittord fellowship (2011), Norwegian Quota Scheme fellowship (2010), and the University of Zambia Staff Development Fellowship (2009).

And...most importantly mother to a beautiful GIRL!