After almost a decade featuring on our television screens, Nina Katangana is offering a comprehensive guide to mastering skills for effective communication, whether you are on television, YouTube, or any other platform.
Her new e-book titled ‘The Art of Influence: A Masterclass in TV and Digital Presenting’ draws from nearly 20 years of experience in the broadcasting industry, where she shares valuable insights, strategies, and personal anecdotes that can help aspiring presenters elevate their craft.
“The book covers everything from building a personal brand and engaging an audience, to perfecting your on-camera presence and adapting to the digital space. It is for anyone who wants to make an impact in the media industry, whether they’re on TV, creating content for social media, or launching their own YouTube channel,” she said.
Katangana has packed the book with practical tips, easy-to-apply techniques, and a conversational tone to make the learning experience both educational and enjoyable.
“I chose to release my work as an e-book because I wanted to have full creative control, reach a wider audience instantly, and make the knowledge accessible to people across the world without the limitations of traditional publishing. In today’s fast-paced digital age, people want quick, easy access to valuable content — and an e-book allows me to meet them where they are.
“It also gave me the flexibility to publish on my own terms, without the long waiting periods and restrictions that often come from traditional publishing houses,” she explained.
The veteran presenter started her career as the host of The Coca-Cola Youth Cup, and after gaining some experience in television, she auditioned for a news anchor role with One Africa TV. “A year-and-a-half later, I transitioned to hosting the Winna Mariba show, after winning a
nationwide reality competition, which earned me a one-year contract as its presenter. With a growing passion for news anchoring, I then moved to NBC, where I became the youngest news anchor in the newsroom at that time. After a few years, I shifted to hosting NBC’s breakfast show, ‘Good Morning Namibia’, a role I held for eight-and-a-half years. Now, 20 years into my career, I’m proud to say I’ve built a strong personal brand, and become a household name. Today, I am both a producer and presenter for my own programme on NBC, ‘The Daily Roundup with Nina’.”
Katangana says the media world is moving fast, and believes if you’re not evolving, you’re standing still. For her, it’s about staying open to learning new things. “I have made it a point to expand beyond traditional TV into digital spaces, content creation, and now, publishing. It’s an exciting time, and I am committed to growing with the industry, not just keeping up with it,” she said.
One of the most defining moments of Katangana’s career was interviewing Namibia’s first female president, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah in March. “That was an incredible milestone for me. Shortly thereafter, I had the honour of interviewing former Liberian president Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, Africa’s first elected female president. Both of these interviews were significant highlights in my career, showcasing the power of women in leadership and the opportunity to connect with influential figures.” Katangana has not ruled out venturing into podcasting in the next chapter of her career as a natural extension to what she already does. “I’m excited by the freedom podcasting offers: you can create your own lane, your own pace, and really build a community around your voice. When the right idea and timing align, I can see myself stepping into that space with purpose and impact,” she said.
You can grab yourself a copy of her book at:https://memento870.gumroad.com/l/wztnyp