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International Correspondent, @CNN. African Voices Host, @cnni. Nomad. Past lives in Joburg, London, New York & Washington. Bad jokes, good vibes.

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Larry Madowo’s Biography

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Larry Madowo is an award-winning BBC correspondent, anchor, writer and speaker. He was named a Young Global Leader in 2020 by the World Economic Forum for his contributions to journalism. As BBC Africa Business Editor, he led the development and launch of 6 new business TV shows from the BBC in English, French and Swahili. He set up and managed a new BBC Africa Business unit with journalists spread across London, Nairobi, Dakar, Lagos and Johannesburg. Larry has been a journalist since he was 2…

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Why can it be so hard to vote in Georgia?

Why can it be so hard to vote in Georgia?

BBC North America Correspondent Larry Madowo reports from the US state of Georgia. Along with several Souther…

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Trump supporter denies Biden win

Trump supporter denies Biden win

BBC North America correspondent Larry Madowo interviews a Trump supporter live at a 'Stop the Steal' protest …

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BBC World Service - The US election through African eyes

BBC World Service - The US election through African eyes

BBC North America correspondent Larry Madowo reports from Charlotte, NC. As vote counting continues in a hand…

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Bill Gates: Do more to make Covid vaccine for all

Bill Gates: Do more to make Covid vaccine for all

Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates has said Covid-19 has "set back" public health efforts, reducing food distrib…

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Larry Madowo goes Inside a Coronavirus Unit

Larry Madowo goes Inside a Coronavirus Unit

BBC US Correspondent Larry Madowo goes inside the Coronavirus unit of UMMC Houston to meet Dr Joseph Varon an…

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Silicon Valley has deep pockets for African startups - if you're not African

Silicon Valley has deep pockets for African startups - if you're not African

American venture capital and private equity is dominating Africa, but it’s mostly funding other white foreign…

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South Africa on edge after anti-migrant deadline arrives

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Video Ad Feedback South Africa on edge after anti-migrant deadline arrives CNN's Larry Madowo looks at how anti-migrant protesters are marching through South Africa cities after the deadline for undocumented foreigners to leave South Africa arrived.
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How Isha Sesay made her mark on the global news stage

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By Larry Madowo Verified, Alima Williams Verified
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Ad Feedback Video Ad Feedback How Isha Sesay made her mark on the global news stage Former CNN anchor Isha Sesay spent years bringing global stories to audiences around the world. During her time at CNN, she interviewed political leaders and celebrities alike. In a candid conversation with CNN’s Larry Madowo, Sesay opens up about leaving her high-profile job, choosing to have a baby on her own in her 40s, and stepping into her current role as CEO.
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Director Pink: The Nigerian filmmaker shaping Afrobeats visuals

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By Larry Madowo Verified, Alima Williams Verified
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Ad Feedback Video Ad Feedback Director Pink: The Nigerian filmmaker shaping Afrobeats visuals Nigerian film Director Pink has worked with some of Afrobeats’ biggest stars. At 26, she is one of the few female music video directors in Nigeria. In an interview with CNN’s Larry Madowo, she speaks about breaking into the industry, nurturing rising talent, and building a legacy she hopes will leave a lasting impact.
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Awards

Association of International Broadcasting Awards

2019 - Daily Journalism (Single Report)

Stories from the New Silk Road - Raha: The Joy of the Train. Presented by Larry Madowo, produced by Pete Shevlin

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