Kenga /ken-gah/ • noun

Kenga is an independent pan-African media platform documenting Afro Gen Z culture and building a global community of artsy, culture-conscious netizens.

Kenga derives its name from ‘Ikenga’, a horned deity among the Igbo people in Southeastern Nigeria that represents the belief that the power to accomplish great things lies in everyone’s right hand. An Ikenga symbolises influence and the pursuit of greatness.

Our Purpose

We’re passionate about amplifying the stories, cultures and trends shaping African Gen Z communities on the continent and in the diaspora.

Our mission is to take African youth culture and insights to the global mainstream through our portfolio of content platforms and programs. Through our agency services, we also collaborate with brands looking to engage Afro Gen Z consumers.

The Founders

The Kengang

  • Andrew Djan-Sampson 🇬🇭

    Director of Photography

  • Whitney Ernest 🇳🇬

    Art Curator

  • Brian Kinywa 🇰🇪

    Staff Photographer

  • Anna-Maria Poku 🇬🇭

    Literary Editor

  • Edisana Stephen 🇳🇬

    Associate Editor

  • Laurelle Laryea 🇬🇭

    Culture Editor

  • Zechariah Mako

    Creative Producer

  • Kevin Kaluve 🇰🇪

    Staff Designer