Elana Afrika-Bredenkamp is one of South Africa’s most recognised and versatile media personalities, with an extensive career spanning radio, television, film, podcasting and live events.
An award-winning broadcaster, Elana currently hosts the popular weekday mid-morning show on Jacaranda FM, where her warm, intelligent and engaging presenting style has established a strong connection with audiences across South Africa.
Her broadcasting career has included roles across Jacaranda FM, 5FM and KFM, while her television career has seen her present on platforms including SABC3’s Expresso, SuperSport, M-Net’s The Road to Miss South Africa and kykNET’s Parlement Parlement. She has also appeared as an actress in productions including Fynskrif, Sara se Geheim, Hollywood in My Huis and Footskating 101.
Elana is also the founder and host of the award-winning Parent & Baby Brunch podcast, launched in 2016 and now exceeding 200,000 unique streams. She has subsequently expanded her podcast work with Boardroom Besties, focusing on women in leadership, and Mind @ Work, exploring mental health within the workplace. In 2024, she was named Best Podcast Presenter at the South African Podcast Awards.
Master of Ceremonies
Elana is a highly experienced corporate MC, conference facilitator and event host, combining the professionalism of a seasoned broadcaster with warmth, humour and an ability to connect naturally with audiences.
Her corporate experience includes events for brands and organisations such as Mercedes-Benz, Samsung, Danone, Starbucks, Momentum and Nedbank. She is equally comfortable hosting leadership conferences, gala dinners, awards ceremonies, panel discussions, product launches and lifestyle events.
Career Highlights
- Award-winning radio and television presenter
- Current weekday presenter on Jacaranda FM
- 2022 PRISM Presidential Award – Radio Presenter of the Year
- 2024 South African Podcast Awards – Best Podcast Presenter
- Founder & Host of Parent & Baby Brunch
- Host of Boardroom Besties
- Host of Mind @ Work
- Named a Laureus Sport for Good Ambassador – South Africa in 2023
- Former presenter on Expresso, SuperSport and The Road to Miss South Africa
- Experienced corporate MC, keynote speaker and conference facilitator
- Extensive television and film acting experience
- Experienced English and Afrikaans presenter
- Entrepreneur and media producer
Elana is an excellent choice for corporate conferences, awards ceremonies, leadership events, women’s events, lifestyle functions and panel discussions, particularly where the client wants a recognisable celebrity MC who combines professional broadcasting experience with warmth, intelligence and an engaging on-stage personality.
