I am Oswell Moyo, a media researcher and journalist who specializes in participatory research methods, media representation of marginalized communities, and digital inclusion. I have led and contributed to qualitative research designs, academic publishing, and multimedia education, collaborating with universities and media organizations in Zimbabwe and beyond. I am passionate about making public-interest media more accessible and inclusive, and I enjoy translating complex research into engaging, actionable insights for diverse audiences. My research interests include digital media literacy, digital inequality, and comparative media systems between the Global South and North. I am pursuing doctoral work to advance scholarship on universality and media exclusion, and I seek Afrocentric pedagogies that support responsible media practice and better media outcomes for underserved groups.

Oswell Moyo

I am Oswell Moyo, a media researcher and journalist who specializes in participatory research methods, media representation of marginalized communities, and digital inclusion. I have led and contributed to qualitative research designs, academic publishing, and multimedia education, collaborating with universities and media organizations in Zimbabwe and beyond. I am passionate about making public-interest media more accessible and inclusive, and I enjoy translating complex research into engaging, actionable insights for diverse audiences. My research interests include digital media literacy, digital inequality, and comparative media systems between the Global South and North. I am pursuing doctoral work to advance scholarship on universality and media exclusion, and I seek Afrocentric pedagogies that support responsible media practice and better media outcomes for underserved groups.

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I am Oswell Moyo, a media researcher and journalist who specializes in participatory research methods, media representation of marginalized communities, and digital inclusion. I have led and contributed to qualitative research designs, academic publishing, and multimedia education, collaborating with universities and media organizations in Zimbabwe and beyond. I am passionate about making public-interest media more accessible and inclusive, and I enjoy translating complex research into engaging, actionable insights for diverse audiences.
My research interests include digital media literacy, digital inequality, and comparative media systems between the Global South and North. I am pursuing doctoral work to advance scholarship on universality and media exclusion, and I seek Afrocentric pedagogies that support responsible media practice and better media outcomes for underserved groups.

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Language

English
Fluent
North Ndebele
Advanced
Shona
Beginner
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Multi-Media Expert (Expatriate) at Rwanda TVET (Technical Education and Vocational Training)
December 1, 2025 - Present
Designed and delivered multimedia courses (graphic design, 2D animation, video production, digital media) to 80+ TVET students from underserved backgrounds; mentored fellow trainers; fostered industry partnerships; organized student internships and guest lectures; conducted applied research on multimedia education methodologies.
Research Fellow at Midlands State University
January 1, 2020 - December 1, 2023
One of 14 research fellows in the Beneficiation and Commercialization of indigenous fruits and herbs program; developed exploratory formative research designs; conducted qualitative data analysis; coordinated multidisciplinary teams; contributed to communication strategies and marketing of indigenous fruits and herbs program.
Communication, Technology and Social Media Virtual Intern at Journal of Communication in Healthcare: Strategies, Media and Engagement in Global Health
January 1, 2023 - May 1, 2023
Managed social media channels; created content and graphic imagery; maintained the journal’s website for podcasts on SoundCloud and Spotify; edited podcasts; formatted and proofread editorials and other articles.
News Stringer at Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation (ZBC)
September 1, 2018 - September 1, 2019
Produced news stories for radio, television, and website; developed human-interest story ideas; assisted senior videographers with field shoots and editing; contributed to video production.

Education

Master of Philosophy (MPhil) at Midlands State University, Zimbabwe
January 1, 2020 - November 1, 2023
Bachelor of Science Honours Degree at National University of Science and Technology, Zimbabwe
October 1, 2012 - November 1, 2016
Certificate at University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa
October 1, 2020 - December 1, 2022

Qualifications

Best Road Safety Student Reporter of the Year
January 1, 2014 - February 10, 2026
First Runner Up Road Safety Student Reporter of the Year
January 1, 2015 - February 10, 2026
Masters scholarship funded by the Ministry of Higher and Tertiary Education, Innovation, Science and Technology Development
January 11, 2030 - February 10, 2026
South African Communications Association (SACOMM) student member
January 11, 2030 - February 10, 2026
Application Reader for Mandela Washington Leadership Fellowship
January 1, 2022 - February 10, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Government