MELODY MWALA
Lusaka
Summary
Accomplished journalist, editor, and media executive with over 31 years of experience across print and electronic media. Demonstrated expertise in editorial leadership, governance reporting, political communication, and strategic media management. Experienced in shaping public discourse, managing diverse editorial teams, and producing high-impact content on governance, democracy, human rights, health, education, and national development.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Editor-in-Chief
Solwezi Today Magazine
01.2023 - Current
- Lead editorial strategy, content development, and publication management.
- Oversee investigative and feature reporting on governance, development, and community affairs.
- Manage contributors and editorial workflows.
Managing Editor
Prime Television
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Led newsroom operations, editorial planning, and staff development.
- Recruited, trained, and supervised editors, reporters, and freelancers.
- Coordinated with project managers, creative directors, marketing, and production teams.
- Oversaw content from conception through broadcast.
News Editor
Muvi Television
01.2012 - 01.2018
- Headed the newsroom and supervised all news reporters.
- Conducted editorial conferences and newsroom diaries.
- Assigned, edited, and approved news content.
- Anchored live and recorded television programmes.
- Ensured adherence to journalism ethics and editorial guidelines.
Deputy News Editor
Times of Zambia
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Assigned and edited news reportage, analysis, and commentary.
- Generated story ideas and supervised coverage of national issues.
- Maintained high standards of accuracy, fairness, and editorial rigour.
Chief Reporter
Times of Zambia
01.2004 - 01.2009
- Led in-depth reporting on governance, human rights, health, and education.
- Developed and maintained strong institutional and community networks.
- Produced investigative stories that informed public debate and contributed to policy responses.
Political Reporter
Times of Zambia
01.2001 - 01.2004
- Covered political institutions, elections, and governance processes.
- Collected, verified, and analysed complex political information.
- Produced balanced, ethical, and issue-based political reporting.
Sports Reporter
Times of Zambia
01.1994 - 01.2001
- Covered national and international sporting events.
- Interviewed athletes, coaches, and administrators.
- Produced analytical features, match reports, and live coverage.
Skills
- Editorial Leadership
- Newsroom Management
- Strategic Communication
- Public Affairs
- Governance
- Democracy
- Policy Reporting
- Political Analysis
- Issue-Based Journalism
- Media Ethics
- Editorial Standards
- Conflict-Sensitive Reporting
- Protocol
- Public Relations
- Team Leadership
- Capacity Building
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Community Engagement
Accomplishments
- Produced governance, human rights, health, and education reporting that generated public engagement and institutional response
- Supervised and assigned stories that influenced national discourse on governance and democratic accountability
- Led editorial teams whose work contributed to national cohesion and peace-building initiatives
- Recipient of Labour Day Award – Most Punctual Employee
References
- Dr. Vernon Johnson Mwaanga, Former Diplomat and Veteran Politician, +260 987 7574
- Col. Martin Liyungu, Director, Public Relations, Zambia Army, +260 977 261 800
- Kennedy Limwanya, Features Editor, Times of Zambia, +260 978 491 655
Specialised Training
- Diplomacy and International Relations
- Economic Diplomacy
- Protocol and Public Relations
- Conflict Resolution and Mediation
- Advanced Communication Skills
Education And Professional Training
- Certificate in Diplomatic Practice and International Relations, Zambia Institute of Diplomacy and International Studies (ZIDIS), 07/01/07
- Certificate in Documenting & Reporting HIV/AIDS in Southern Africa, International Institute of Journalism (IIJ-INWENT), Berlin, Germany, 01/01/04
- Pan-African Certificate in Journalism & Public Relations, Africa Literature Centre, 01/01/98
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Bemba
Advanced
C1
Nyanja
Advanced
C1
Timeline
Editor-in-Chief
Solwezi Today Magazine
01.2023 - Current
Managing Editor
Prime Television
01.2018 - 01.2022
News Editor
Muvi Television
01.2012 - 01.2018
Deputy News Editor
Times of Zambia
01.2011 - 01.2012
Chief Reporter
Times of Zambia
01.2004 - 01.2009
Political Reporter
Times of Zambia
01.2001 - 01.2004
Sports Reporter
Times of Zambia
01.1994 - 01.2001