Afua Hagan Keynote Speaker

Afua Hagan is a prominent and charismatic News Anchor, Commentator, and Journalist with extensive experience across major networks including Channel 5, CNN, the BBC, Sky, and presently CNBC and Africa Works Media. An expert speaker on a myriad of subjects including diversity, inclusion, Black Lives Matter, confidence, and adversity, she has been increasingly sought after as a keynote speaker, moderator, and host at corporate events. Afua’s broad experience in broadcasting combined with her passion for pertinent social issues makes her an engaging, insightful speaker on these topics.

Afua’s dynamic career in journalism and broadcasting began after she obtained her degree in journalism from City University London. She initially launched her career as a Fashion Co-Ordinator for AIA, later stepping into the media industry as an Editor for Blackhair Magazine. Afua’s success was marked by her swift progression to become a Freelance Features Editor for Pride Magazine and Freelancer for The Daily Mail International, earning her early recognition in the field.

Afua’s diverse portfolio spans different facets of media. She has been a presenter for ABN TV and The Beat London, Editor in Chief of Glam Africa Magazine, and a commentator on the British Royal Family for various UK and international outlets. With ABN TV, she received acclaim for both producing and presenting “Young & Rising” and for the launch of “Entertainment Weekly.” Her notable appearances also include her contributions to popular programs such as Good Morning Britain, Jeremy Vine, This Morning, and ITV’s 60 Minute Makeovers.

Renowned for her passion and commitment to the industry, Afua was honored by the Black Women in Business Awards for her excellence in broadcasting. Apart from her achievements in television, Afua has also authored numerous pieces as a freelance columnist for The Voice Newspaper and has served as a correspondent for ARISE News.

Afua’s significant contribution to raising awareness about the Black Lives Matter movements and advocating for greater diversity and inclusion are among her most notable achievements. Her work is characterised by her exploration of Black and female issues, which she has extensively written about to enhance awareness. These are themes she often weaves into her keynote speeches, contributing to significant discussions about corporate inclusion and shared experiences of discrimination, particularly in the workplace.

Currently residing and working in London, Afua balances her professional commitments with personal time, often spent creating dance routines with her daughter, indulging in manicures, or engrossed in crime novels. Her broad scope of knowledge, articulate delivery, and real-world experience make Afua Hagan an influential figure in British media and a leading voice on diversity in the UK.