Sile Sibanda: Zimbabwe to BBC Radio | Poetry, Voice & Belonging

In this episode of African Voices Platform TV, host Tchiyiwe Chihana ‪sits down with Sile Sibanda, spoken word poet, BBC Radio Sheffield presenter, event host, and storyteller.

From her childhood move from Zimbabwe to Rotherham, to finding her voice in poetry and music, to stepping boldly into broadcasting and community leadership, Sile’s journey is one of resilience, creativity, and unapologetic authenticity.

In this 45-minute conversation, Sile shares:

How her roots in Zimbabwe shaped her storytelling.

Finding confidence from glee clubs to the House of Lords.

Becoming a BBC Radio Sheffield presenter.

Poetry as a tool for belonging, healing, and resistance. Hosting conversations with Magid Magid & Munroe Bergdorf.

The power of collaboration in Spit Out the Myth.

Her reflections on nature, culture, and identity in the UK.

DJing at Tramlines Fringe and what’s next for her creative journey.

This is an inspiring conversation about voice, identity, and creative power. One that speaks not just to artists, but to anyone finding their place in the world. 🔔 Subscribe to African Voices Platform for more interviews amplifying African heritage, culture, and creativity in Sheffield and beyond.