Telling Impactful Stories

Transforming Communities Through Storytelling and Action

Yusuph Mazimu: Multimedia Journalist and Translator

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With over 20 years of experience in multimedia journalism, currently at BBC Swahili in Tanzania, I have mastered reporting, editing, and producing compelling news stories. Additionally, I have 10 years of experience in community development through my entity, First Eye Organisation, leading women and girls' empowerment projects from 2014 to 2019.

As an English to Swahili Translator with over 10 years of experience, I notably translated Manchester United's Premier League content for Swahili-speaking subscribers in Tanzania during the 2013/2014 season. My decade-long research expertise spans poverty and development, gender, business, cooperatives, agriculture, urban development, finance, and economics.

Explore my portfolio to learn more about my work and how we can collaborate to drive impactful change together.

Storytelling Services

Professional storytelling for impactful communication. Engaging narratives and compelling storytelling across various platforms (Digital, TV, Radio & Print) to captivate audiences and convey impactful messages.

Research Insights

Insightful research services for informed decision-making. In-depth research and analysis on a wide range of topics, providing evidence-based insights and solutions for informed decision-making.

Language Translation

Accurate English to Swahili translation services. Accurate and culturally sensitive translation services from English to Swahili, facilitating effective communication and understanding across language barriers.

Community Development

Collaborative projects and initiatives aimed at fostering positive change and sustainable development within communities.

Tazama: Mti wa kushangaza unaogeuka jiwe Tanzania

Takribani nchi 10 duniani ikiwemo Tanzania zinatajwa kuwa na aina hii ya miti ya kushangaza, inayoitwa Miti mawe.

Wanaume wanaonyanyaswa kwa kuvutwa sehemu zao za siri na wake zao Tanzania

Inakadiriwa kati ya visa viwili mpaka vitano huripotiwa kila mwezi

Hawa ni njiwa wa mapambo mmoja tu ana thamani sawa na kilo 100 za mchele

Kati zaidi ya aina 10 ya njiwa wa mapambo alionao Deogratius, mmoja anauzwa kati ya dola $85 mpaka $180 au shilingi laki 4 za Tanzania.

Unajua mtama unaweza kupunguza kasi ya uzee na magonjwa?

Kituo cha Utafiti wa kilimo, TARI-Ilonga, nchini Tanzania kimegundua hii ya kupunguza uzee, magonjwa ya saratani, kisukari na moyo.

Wanawake wa Kigoma watoroka wakihofia wabakaji Tanzania maarufu 'Teleza'

Mashirika ya kiraia yanaeleza kuripotiwa kwa visa 43 vinavyotokana na mtindo huu mpya wa ubakaji.

Njia 4 za ‘kusuka ama kunyoa’ kuhusu mjadala wa bandari Tanzania

Mjadala huu unatokana na uamuzi wa Serikali ya Tanzania, kuingia mkataba na Serikali ya Dubai kuhusu uendelezaji na uboreshaji wa bandari ya Dar es Salaam.

Emanuel Mushi: Daktari mbunifu wa mashine za kienyeji zinazookoa maelfu ya watoto Tanzania

Vifaa hivyo; Local New-baby Thermal Control, Incubator baby na Enabranes Nest vimesaidia kuokoa maisha ya watoto zaidi ya 2,000.

Mambo 10 yanayoutofautisha uchaguzi wa Kenya na nchi zingine Afrika

Ni uchaguzi wa saba wa mfumo wa vyama vingi na wa tatu tangu kuanzishwa kwa Tume huru ya uchaguzi na mipaka (IEBC).

Agriculture in Tanzania: A Catalyst for Economic Development and Poverty Reduction – Navigating Challenges in Promoting Agricultural Growth

This study aims to examine the role of agriculture in Tanzania's economic development and poverty reduction between 2002 and 2022.

Maasai Culture in Tanzania Health Development: Unveiling Opportunities and Challenges

This article embarks on a journey into Tanzania’s cultural wealth by examining the health opportunities and challenges associated with Maasai culture.

Is Development Just a New Form of Colonialism?

The primary goal of this article is to contribute to the debate concerning colonialism and the development process.

Master in Development Studies, University of Sussex, UK: 2024
Bachelor of Arts in Community Economic Development, Moshi Co-operative University, Tanzania: 2012
Diploma in Co-operative Management and Accounting, Moshi Co-operative University, Tanzania: 2009
Diploma in Journalism, Tanzania Institute of Media Education, Tanzania: 2003
Certificate of Secondary School, Kimamba Secondary, Tanzania: 1999

Trainings, Outside Tanzania

Data Pattern Analysis, organized by IDS, UK, 2024
Excel/STATA for descriptive stats -organized by IDS, UK, 2024
Cyber Security, organized by the Get Licensed, UK, 2024
Action Counter Terrorism, organized by the Get Licensed, UK, 2024
Emergency First Aid at Work, organized by the Get Licensed, UK,2024
Door Supervisor, organized by the Get Licensed, UK, 2024
Essential Broadcast Journalism, BBC Academy, Nairobi, Kenya, 2019
Translation techniques organized by East Localize, Egypt Africa, 2013

Trainings in Tanzania

Editorial Guidelines, organised by BBC Media Action, 2014
Media ethics, organized by the Union of Tanzania Press Club (UTPC), 2012
Administration and Leadership skills, organised by Union of Tanzania Press Club (UTPC), 2011
Proposal writing, organized by the Tanzania Media Fund United (TMF), 2010
Elections reporting, organized by UNDP & St. Augustine University of Tanzania (SAUTI), 2010
Conflict Resolution, organized by the Union of Tanzania Press Club (UTPC), 2010

Awards & Honors

Commonwealth Shared Scholarship (2023)
Grand Malt Award for Environment and Social Responsibilities, TBL, 2011
Best Student in Research, Tanzania Institution of Media Education (2003)
Excellence in Community Development Award, First Eye Organisation (2018)

Notable Projects

Established First Eye Organisation (2014): Founded an entity dedicated to community projects, significantly changing the lives of over 500 women through empowerment initiatives.
Women Empowerment Project (2014-2019): Led initiatives that empowered more than 500 women, driving sustainable community growth.
Girls Empowerment Project (2014-2019): Directed projects that positively impacted the lives of over 500 girls, supporting their education by providing fees, school materials, and other essential resources.

Yusuph's storytelling has truly made an impact on our community
Ntoly Mayombola: Community Member

Yusuph's research insights have been invaluable to our organization
Raphael Kugesha: Organization Representative

Yusuph's language translation skills are exceptional
Moneim Aladdin: Language Enthusiast

Manhattan, New York, NY, United States

+44-07453427694
mazimu80@gmail.com
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Let’s Connect! Whether you have a project in mind, you want to make a change, you want to collaborate, or just have a question, feel free to reach out. Use the contact above or the form to get in touch, and I will respond promptly.