Anita Erskine is a Ghanaian broadcaster, media entrepreneur, communications expert, and event host known for her strong presence in African media and public speaking. Over the years, she has become one of the continent’s most respected female media personalities, with a career that spans television, radio, production, moderation, and advocacy.
Profile Summary
| Full name | Vered-Marian Anita Erskine |
| Date of birth | 3 December 1978 |
| Place of birth | Jerusalem, Israel |
| Nationality | Ghanaian |
| Partner | Regis Amaizo |
| Children | 2 |
| Occupations | Broadcaster, media entrepreneur, communications expert, host, moderator, producer, actress |
| Net worth | 1-3 million USD |
Early Life and Education
Anita Erskine was born on 3 December 1978 in Jerusalem, Israel, and was raised in Ghana. She later moved to Canada for her higher education, where she studied Cultural Studies at Trent University and earned a Master’s degree in Communications Management from McMaster University. Her educational background helped shape the confident and strategic communication style that defines her work.
Career
Anita Erskine’s career began on Ghanaian television in 1998 when she hosted the Bold and Beautiful Omnibus talk show on Metro TV. She later worked in Canada as an administrative assistant and then as a radio host at FLOW 93.5 in Toronto.
In 2006, she became the host of TV3’s Mentor. In 2007, after an audition, she served as the Ghanaian correspondent for M-Net’s Studio 53. By 2009, while on maternity leave, she was working at Viasat 1 in Ghana as the lead producer for the station’s own programming.
In June 2016, she founded her communications consultancy, Erskine Global Communications, formerly known as Anita Erskine Media. She is also noted there as the executive producer and host of Anita Erskine’s Sheroes and the official host and advisor of Africa’s Business Heroes.
Host and Moderator Roles
Anita Erskine’s host and moderator roles include:
- Executive producer and host of Sheroes of Our Time / Anita Erskine’s Sheroes.
- Official host and advisor of Africa’s Business Heroes.
- Co-host of Starr Drive on Accra’s Starr FM in 2015.
- Host of TV3’s Mentor in 2006.
- Ghanaian correspondent for Studio 53 in 2007.
- She has also moderated and hosted major global events, including high-level forums for the African Union, AfCFTA, ECOWAS, the World Bank Group, and the United Nations system.
Personal Life
Anita Erskine is married to Regis Amaizo, and the couple has two children. They prefer to keep their family life private and away from the public spotlight, choosing not to share many personal details publicly.Their low-profile approach has helped them maintain a sense of privacy despite Anita’s public career in media and communications.
Net Worth
Anita Erskine’s net worth is estimated at around $1 million to $3 million. This figure is based on her long-running career as a broadcaster, media entrepreneur, communications expert, and event host.
Awards and Nominations
- 2024 Avance Media, 100 Most Influential African Women.
- GUBA Award for Iconic Voice in Media and Advocacy, 2024.
- Top 20 LinkedIn Creators, Ghana, 2024.
- Top 100 Career Women Africa, 2024.
- The 50 Most Impactful Voices, 2023.
- 100 Most Influential Women in Africa.
- 100 Most Inspirational Women in Ghana.
- 100 Most Influential People in Ghana.
- Power Influencer, Who Is Who in Ghana.
- Radio and TV Personality Award, Radio Female Presenter of the Year, 2017.
- Outstanding Contribution to Women Empowerment, 40 Under 40, 2017.
- Protector of Women and Girl Child Rights Award, African Women Intercultural Dialogue, 2017.
- Legendary Award, Women Mean Business Honors, 2016.
- TV Hostess of the Year, City People Awards, 2015.
- TV Female Entertainment Host of the Year, Radio and TV Personality Awards, 2014.
- Best Supporting Actress, Ghana Movie Awards, 2012.
- Best Actress, Ghana Movie Awards, 2013.
- Best Supporting Actress, Ghana Movie Awards, 2014.
