Rinah Kasongo

Rinah Kasongo is a 24 years old Zambian female. Born in Mwense, Luapula Province. She is currently based in the capital city of Lusaka from the time she graduated from The University of Zambia in 2022 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Library and Information Science with Development Studies.  

Rinah is currently working as Communications, Branding and Corporate Social Responsibility Officer at Sotrane Publishers, a company focused on developing, producing and promoting indigenous values literature. As part of her role, she has assisted a number of authors be branded and emerge as professionally recognised book storytellers. Her passion and previous background in radio production has led her to initiate a podcast called Nkhani Zathu where she hosts storytellers holding conversations on African history, culture, arts and mindset change. Rinah is also a Change agent, an upcoming photographer, videographer and aspiring filmmaker. 

Her inquisitive nature has previously led her to taking part in aspiring filmmakers challenge where upon completion of this program, her team’s film scooped the best participant documentary award at The Zambia Short Film Festival. Rinah enjoys spending time with close friends and family, watching comedies and creating content.