Programme Director, Journalist and Broadcaster
Iman Rappetti is an award-winning journalist, newscaster, author and communications strategist. Her media career spans more than 25 years. Iman anchors Newsfeed AM on Newzroom Afrika DSTV channel 405.
She previously anchored South Africa’s premier evening news programmes on SABC Full View, and eNCA’s Newsnight. She launched her television career in Iran, hosting weekly TV and radio current affairs programmes featuring prominent political players in the Middle East. She also helped launch SABC News online, reported and sub-edited news for Business Day newspaper and served as senior investigative reporter at Talk Radio 702. Iman also hosted an award-winning, current affairs talk show on Power FM. She has interviewed presidents and global celebrities.
She is a globally sought-after moderator of crucial conversations. International publisher Pan Macmillan has produced two of her books, including her memoir to critical acclaim. She has founded content and communications strategy firm, RappettiCom, servicing local and international clients. She is on the faculty of DukeCE, delivering global education programmes as an orchestrator and educator.