Zakia William

Meet Zakia William, an accomplished stage manager and event planner currently serving as Project Lead at Busara Promotions. With more than 11 years of experience in media, journalism, mass communication, and community engagement, Zakia is recognized for her expertise in delivering seamless live productions and high-impact events. Her notable contributions include key roles in Busara Promotions' acclaimed Sauti za Busara festival in Zanzibar, where she is part of the team  coordinating multicultural performances that garnered international recognition and celebrated African diversity. In 2025, she participated in an exchange program at the renowned MTN Bushfire festival in Eswatini, working in the communications department as a press and media liaison while supporting the Bhomisa supplement for the Eswatini Observer newspaper efforts that boosted event visibility, optimized media relations, and elevated cultural narratives on a large scale. Additionally, she served as a Production Coordinator for Outbound Film, contributing to a dynamic project that integrated creative vision with precise execution.

Zakia thrives in high-pressure environments, expertly managing logistics, leading production teams, and aligning every detail to create memorable experiences that engage audiences and amplify cultural stories.

Her exceptional skills in stage management and event planning have been refined through the prestigious Music In Africa Gender@Work program, a leading pan-African initiative focused on empowering women in the music business and technical production. This intensive training enhanced her proficiency in stage setup and supervision, sound and lighting design, risk assessment, crowd management, vendor coordination, and music business strategy. From initial planning to on-site implementation and post-event analysis, Zakia executes projects with accuracy, safety, and innovative flair, transforming concepts into flawless realities for events ranging from intimate gatherings to major festivals.

Leveraging her impressive accomplishments, Zakia has overseen diverse media-oriented events and community programs, combining her event management acumen with strategic public relations and operational enhancements to foster engagement and efficiency. As a dedicated advocate for empowerment, she utilizes her platform to support women and youth through artistic, musical, and innovative initiatives, while promoting local businesses and authentic African music narratives.

Driven by a commitment to excellence and a history of converting obstacles into successes, Zakia William is the ideal professional for stage management and event planning that inspires and endures. Contact her today to enhance your next production with expertise that guarantees success, innovation, and enduring impact.