Mimi Kalinda: Communications Expert

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  • Co-founder and Group CEO of Africa Communications Media Group (ACG)
  • TEDx speaker and Obama Foundation Leaders: Africa delegate
  • Former Director of Communications at the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS)
  • Advisor to clients such as African Union, World Bank, and Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
  • Featured in Forbes, BBC, CNN, Al Jazeera
  • Expert in strategic communications, reputation management, and African narratives


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Mimi Kalinda is a renowned global communications expert whose voice and vision have shaped narratives across Africa, Europe, and the United States for over 25 years. As a trailblazer in storytelling, reputation management, and public affairs, she brings a rare blend of cross-continental expertise and a deep understanding of cultural intelligence to every platform she graces. Her core message is powerful: authentic African storytelling can drive global transformation, business impact, and social change.

With a dynamic background spanning journalism, strategic communications, and executive leadership, Mimi is more than a speaker—she’s a movement. She commands the stage with authenticity, insight, and passion, helping global brands, policymakers, and communities harness the power of narrative to inspire action and build trust. Whether she’s addressing Fortune 500 leaders or grassroots change makers, Mimi’s presence ignites conversations that matter and influence that endures.

Mimi Kalinda’s career is a testament to her enduring commitment to elevating Africa’s image on the global stage. She is the co-founder and Group CEO of Africa Communications Media Group (ACG), the first African-owned and -operated pan-African communications agency. Through ACG, she has led award-winning campaigns and advised multinational corporations, NGOs, and governments on how to connect authentically with African audiences. Her expertise lies at the intersection of storytelling and strategy, and her ability to navigate complex cultural and political landscapes sets her apart as a global authority in communications.

Her experience includes spearheading strategic communications for organizations such as the African Union, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the World Bank, and Merck Foundation, among others. Mimi also served as the Director of Communications for the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS), where she was instrumental in promoting STEM education across the continent. With every initiative, she champions narratives that counter stereotypes and elevate African excellence.

As a thought leader, Mimi Kalinda contributes regularly to international platforms on topics such as narrative power, decolonizing communications, and women’s leadership. She’s a TEDx speaker and was a delegate at the Obama Foundation Leaders: Africa program. Her insights have been featured in Forbes, BBC, Al Jazeera, and CNN, showcasing her ability to influence both media and policy spaces with authority and authenticity.

Trust is the foundation of Mimi’s work. Her track record of delivering measurable impact, coupled with her warmth and clarity as a communicator, makes her a highly sought-after advisor and speaker. Her distinctive methodology—combining data-driven messaging with human-centered storytelling—empowers clients and audiences to move from insight to influence with purpose.

Mimi Kalinda is a powerhouse communicator with a 25-year legacy of excellence across three continents. As a speaker, advisor, and changemaker, she brings unparalleled insight into the power of narrative, cultural intelligence, and Africa’s role in the global story. Through her company, her voice, and her vision, Mimi is reshaping how the world sees and engages with Africa.

From keynote stages to boardrooms, Mimi Kalindaoffers a message that is timely, transformative, and trustworthy. Her authority in communications, coupled with her genuine passion for storytelling and social change, makes her an ideal choice for any event looking to create meaningful, memorable experiences. When you book Mimi Kalinda, you book brilliance, boldness, and a better story for all.

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Talking-to-Africa

Talking to Africa: Considering Culture in Communications for a Complex Continent argues that both domestic and international businesses, NGO’s and individuals interested in working in Africa can benefit from the multiplicity of experiences, backgrounds, attitudes and networks that define their target audiences.

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