KVG (presenter)
KVG | |
|---|---|
| Born | Kudzai Violet Gwara July 10, 1990 Harare, Zimbabwe |
| Occupations | |
| Years active | 2011–present |
| Known for | Media personality at Star FM Zimbabwe and ZBC TV |
| Spouse | ChiFF |
Kudzai Violet Gwara popularly known as KVG is a Zimbabwean radio personality,[1] television and events host[2] as well as brand influencer.[3][4][5] She presents 326 Express show on Star FM Zimbabwe.[6][7]
Background[edit]
KVG was born in on 10 July 1990 in Harare, Zimbabwe[8] where she grew up.[9] She joined one of the biggest urban radio stations in Zimbabwe at the age of 21, becoming the youngest radio presenter in Zimbabwe that time where she started presenting 326 Express show with former co-host Phatisani Sibanda[10][11] and the show is rated as one of the most listened to drive time shows in Zimbabwean radio.[12] In 2016 KVG hosted the 326 Express from United Kingdom which became the first live broadcast from UK in the history of Zimbabwean radio.[13] KVG is the producer of 326 Express show. She is also a presenter for Coca-Cola On The Beat show on ZBC TV.[14][15]
In 2013 KVG hosted D'Banj show in Zimbabwe then in 2016, she hosted Jah Cure concert at Harare International Conference Center,[16] she also hosted the Star FM Music Awards in 2021.[17]
Awards and recognition[edit]
- 100 Most Influential Zimbabweans 2014[18]
- 50 most influential young Zimbabweans 2014[19]
- Zimbabwe National Women's Awards - Woman of the year (Media and radio broadcasting leadership)
- Zimbabwe International Women Awards 2015 - People's Choice of the year[20]
- Zimbabwe Radio Awards - Most Popular Urban Female Presenter[21]
- 100 Most Influential Zimbabweans Under 40 (2012-2017 list)[22]
- Megafest National Business Awards 2018 - Media Personality of the Year[23]
- Institute of Corporate Directors 2020 - Zimbabwe Most Influential Young Leaders Under 40[24]
- IPRCZ - Public Relations and Communications Excellence Awards 2020 - Best Campaign (Lifestyle and entertainment)[25]
- Zimbabwe Achievers Awards 2021- Influencer of the year[26]
- Top Media Personalities in Zimbabwe 2021[27]
- Megafest Women's Awards 2022 - Outstanding Media Personality of the year
References[edit]
- ^ "Star-fm". www.starfm.co.zw.
- ^ Musekiwa, Lastword. "KVG hosts much-hyped Redefined Concert tomorrow". starfm.co.zw.
- ^ king, tinashe (July 19, 2021). "KVG Speaks On New House And Endorsement Deals".
- ^ Standard, The. "Radio personality KVG joins Street Child World Cup Zimbabwe project". The Standard.
- ^ reporter, online (June 4, 2020). "The night is still young says KVG as she hosted the #garamumbaiwe6".
- ^ Munga, Max (October 16, 2019). "#WCW with the ever-smiling media personality KVG".
- ^ "Kudzai Violet Gwara Pictures Archives".
- ^ Munga, Max (July 10, 2020). "Happy birthday to media personality KVG: Pics".
- ^ TV, Nakiso. "Check These Fascinating Facts About Kudzai Violet Gwara aka KVG".
- ^ "Going Deeper with KVG and Phatisani - Zimbo Jam". 6 March 2015.
- ^ "KVG, PHATHISANI NOW SUPER BRAND". H-Metro.
- ^ "Our WCW is Kudzai Violet Gwara also known as KVG who made her name as a radio personality on Star FM..." Dandaro Online.
- ^ Luckmore, Mabhiza (April 19, 2019). "KVG and Phathisani take their romance to the UK".
- ^ Herald, The. "Keep it up 'Coke on the Beat'". The Herald.
- ^ "Coca-Cola Launches New Campaign In Style - Zimbo Jam". 17 May 2016.
- ^ "Jah Cure delivers irie medicine to 6,000 screaming fans in Harare - Zimbo Jam". 17 December 2016.
- ^ Herald, The. "Top notch show at Star FM awards". The Herald.
- ^ "100 Most Influential Zimbabweans Under 40 – 2014 | Three Men On a Boat". October 14, 2014.
- ^ "50 most influential young Zimbabweans or Hararians?". Bulawayo24 News.
- ^ "I feel like I am a woman now — KVG". www.SundayNews.com.zw. The Sunday News.
- ^ "ZIRA Celebrating our Radio Personalities - Zimbo Jam". 6 September 2016.
- ^ "100 Most Influential Zimbabweans Under 40 2012-2017 list | Three Men On a Boat". October 17, 2017.
- ^ Herald, The. "Zimpapers scores big at Megafest". The Herald.
- ^ Most influential Young Leaders Under 40. 2000. Institute of Corporate Directors. Retrieved 20 November 2022
- ^ Best Campaign awards The Wheel Magazine. Retrieved 20 November 2022
- ^ Zimbabwe, New (July 10, 2021). "Zim Achievers Awards UK 10th Anniversary Nominees Announced".
- ^ "Top Media Personalities Social Media Influencers In Zimbabwe". StartupBiz Zimbabwe. October 20, 2021.