Alishia Seckam is a respected financial journalist, broadcast anchor, moderator, and emcee known for her ability to translate complex economic and business dynamics into clear, actionable insights. With more than a decade of experience reporting on market movements, global trends, and corporate strategy, she has established herself as a trusted voice in South Africa’s financial media landscape.
Best known for anchoring CNBC Africa’s flagship programme Closing Bell, Alishia has interviewed top CEOs, economists, and policymakers across multiple industries. Her interviewing style blends analytical depth with accessible communication, making her an asset to audiences seeking clarity in a fast-moving business world. She consistently delivers informed commentary that demystifies financial ecosystems for both expert and general audiences.
Beyond broadcast, Alishia is a highly sought-after event emcee and moderator. She facilitates strategic discussions at conferences, forums, and corporate events, drawing out meaningful insights while ensuring conversations remain focused, engaging, and aligned to audience needs. Her academic foundation in Economics and Management, combined with her extensive reporting experience, positions her to lead business dialogues with credibility and nuance.
Alishia Seckam is a dynamic force in the financial media industry, widely known for her expertise in financial journalism and her engaging style as a broadcast anchor, moderator, and MC. With over a decade of experience, Alishia has anchored some of the most influential financial programs in South Africa, including hosting CNBC Africa’s flagship show Closing Bell, where she offered in-depth analysis of financial markets, global trends, and business insights.
Her extensive experience has made her a trusted voice in breaking down complex economic concepts, presenting them in a way that’s accessible to a diverse audience. She has interviewed a wide range of high-profile business leaders, economists, and policymakers, establishing herself as a go-to resource for all things finance.
Her skills go far beyond the screen. Alishia Seckam is a talented moderator and facilitator, known for leading productive conversations at high-level conferences and events. Her ability to draw out meaningful insights and keep audiences engaged has made her a sought-after figure in the world of business emceeing. Whether it’s steering a discussion on global financial trends or helping businesses communicate their strategies effectively, Alishia consistently delivers value with grace and professionalism.
Alishia Seckam’s background in finance has positioned her as more than just a presenter; she’s an authority on the subject matter she covers. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce with a focus on Economics and Management, which laid the foundation for her career. This formal education, combined with her real-world experience, allows her to speak the language of business and finance fluently, offering unique perspectives during her moderation at international conferences and forums.
Alishia Seckam has anchored for BusinessDay TV & CNBC Africa; presented the Africa news report for Sky News and interned at CNN International. Some of her career highlights include facilitating discussions at the annual World Economic Forum in Davos and at the World Economic Forum in Africa.
Amidst her regular interactions with SA’s C-suite, she’s interviewed Rwanda’s president Paul Kagame, American banker and former Goldman Sachs chairman and CEO Lloyd Blankfein, former central bank governor of Nigeria Lamido Sanusi, Virgin’s Richard Branson, Minister Pravin Gordhan and Trevor Noah.
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This 2 minute 58 second interview, filmed at the World Economic Forum in Davos, features Oscar Onyema, CEO of the Nigerian Stock Exchange, discussing the Exchange’s positioning for international investors and its outlook for the year ahead. Speaking against the backdrop of global economic discussions, Onyema highlights Nigeria’s strong performance, noting the NSE ranked as the third most profitable exchange in Africa the previous year, behind Egypt and Kenya.
He outlines the Exchange’s 2013 strategy, emphasizing new product introductions and confidence in continued market momentum. Onyema explains that the market had recovered to only about half of its 2008 levels, signalling significant potential for further upside as domestic and international sentiment strengthens.
The core message brought to Davos, he notes, is aligned with Nigeria’s federal Transformation Agenda. With the Nigerian president leading a sizeable national delegation, the focus has been on engaging investors and stakeholders across sectors including agriculture, oil and gas, and technology. Onyema underscores the importance of positioning the Nigerian capital market as a competitive and credible platform for fundraising and long-term investment.
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