Where is Komla Dumor from?
Accra, Ghana
Komla Dumor/Place of birth
Dumor was born in Accra, Ghana. His father, Ernest Dumor, was a professor of sociology and his mother, Cecelia Dumor, had a master’s degree in Mass Communication. His grandfather was Philip Gbeho, composer of the music of Ghanaian national anthem, and his uncle, James Victor Gbeho, is a leading Ghanaian diplomat.
Is Komla Dumor alive?
Deceased (1972–2014)
Komla Dumor/Living or Deceased
Where was Komla Dumor buried?
After his body had lain in state at the cathedral, his funeral was held in the grounds of State House in Accra on Saturday. Later he was buried in the compound where his mother was also buried five years ago.
In which Year did Komla Dumor join BBC Africa service?
In 2006 Dumor joined the BBC African Service in London as host of the radio programme Network Africa. From 2008 to 2012 he presented The World Today on the BBC World Service. In 2011 Dumor began presenting the World News and Africa Business Report on BBC World News television.
When was Komla Dumor born?
October 3, 1972
Komla Dumor/Date of birth
Who killed Komla Dumor?
He was reported to have died from a cardiac arrest. The 41-year-old broadcast journalist, who, until his death, worked at the BBC, and was a fast-rising host of shows including the BBC World Service, Network Africa and BBC’s Focus on Africa, won the heart of many with his unique voice and African-inspired stories.
How old was Komla Dumor when he died?
41 years (1972–2014)
Komla Dumor/Age at death
What did Komla Dumor do for the BBC?
In the words of BBC Radio 4 Today and BBC News presenter Mishal Husain, “Komla developed his own unique on air style, seamlessly moved between TV and radio and influenced Africa coverage across the BBC.”
Who is the host of the Kumla Dumor show?
When the latter was relaunched in 2013, fellow BBC correspondent Lerato Mbele was chosen as host. In December 2013, he was named as one of the 100 most influential Africans of 2013 by New African magazine, with the citation: “It has been a coming of age for Kumla Dumor this year.
Who is the author of Komla Dumor the boss player?
In February 2020, two books were launched by the Komla Dumor Memorial Foundation to honour him: The Dreamer, Komla Dumor the Boss Player in His own words and Komla Dumor in His Element, authored by his brother, Dr Korshie Dumor, and his father, Professor Ernest Dumor. ^ “BBC announces major new focus on Africa”.
Where did Komla Dumor get his masters degree?
Komla Dumor was born on 3 October 1972 in Accra, Ghana. He graduated with a BA in Sociology and Psychology from the University of Ghana, and a Masters in Public Administration from Harvard University. He won the Ghana Journalist of the Year award in 2003 and joined the BBC three years later.