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10 Things You Should Know About Malaika Tenshi Nnyanzi’s Journey in Media and Acting

Last updated: 4th April 2025 5:38 pm
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Who is Malaika Tenshi Nnyanzi, and what is she known for?

Malaika Tenshi Nnyanzi, professionally known as Malaika, is a Ugandan actress, media personality, model, and fashionista. She is best known for her radio work on KFM and Capital FM, as well as her acting roles in Veronica’s Wish, Bed of Thorns, The Honourables, and Mela.

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Who is Malaika Tenshi Nnyanzi, and what is she known for?Where did Malaika start her modeling career, and what notable events has she been part of?Which radio stations has Malaika worked for, and what shows has she hosted?What TV roles has Malaika taken on in her media career?What was Malaika’s debut acting role, and what recognition did she receive?Which film won Malaika her first major acting award?What was Malaika’s childhood and education like?What significant personal challenges has Malaika publicly spoken about?What brand is Malaika an ambassador for?Which TV drama series featured Malaika in a lead role as Mela Katende?

Where did Malaika start her modeling career, and what notable events has she been part of?

Malaika began her modeling career in Nairobi, Kenya, where she co-ran a model management company. She showcased her work at various events, including Swahili Fashion Week, before moving to Uganda to continue her career.

Which radio stations has Malaika worked for, and what shows has she hosted?

Malaika started her radio career at KFM in 2017, co-hosting D’Mighty Breakfast with Brian Mulondo. In 2019, she joined Capital FM, where she hosted Malaika and Oulanya alongside Oulanya Columbus.

What TV roles has Malaika taken on in her media career?

She co-hosted Urban Today with Gaetano Kagwa on Urban Television before hosting Fashionista. Later, she became the face of SHOOOOSH!, an entertainment show on South Africa’s Rockstar Group channel.

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What was Malaika’s debut acting role, and what recognition did she receive?

Her acting debut was in the 2018 film Veronica’s Wish, where she played a supporting role as Bankia. She was nominated for Best Supporting Actress at the 2018 Uganda Film Festival Awards and the 2019 ZAFAA Global Awards.

Which film won Malaika her first major acting award?

She won Best Actress at the 2019 Uganda Film Festival Awards for her lead role as Stella in Bed of Thorns, directed by Eleanor Nabwiso.

What was Malaika’s childhood and education like?

Born in Nairobi, Kenya, to Ugandan parents, she attended Safari Kindergarten, Kampala Parents School, Gayaza High School, and Makerere College School. She later returned to Kenya to earn a bachelor’s degree in International Business at the United States International University Africa.

What significant personal challenges has Malaika publicly spoken about?

In a 2018 interview with Crystal Newman, she revealed that she has epilepsy and was a victim of rape by her work partner due to her condition, which led to years of depression.

What brand is Malaika an ambassador for?

She is a brand ambassador for Sweet Lips wine.

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Which TV drama series featured Malaika in a lead role as Mela Katende?

She played the lead role of Mela Katende in Mela, a family drama series created by Nana Kagga.

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