Azeezah, the petite host of Citizen TV’s 10 Over 10, possesses a resonant voice that has opened numerous doors for her in the media industry, a fact she deeply appreciates.
Initially, Azeezah struggled with her voice, feeling it didn’t conform to societal expectations. This perception dented her self-esteem. However, her stint at Ebru TV transformed her outlook.
In a candid conversation with Mungai Eve on Friday, May 17, Azeezah divulged lesser-known facets of her life:
- Her full name is Azeezah Wanjiru Hashim.
- Born in Majengo and raised in Calif, she attributes her tomboyish demeanor to her father, whom she adored and emulated. She affectionately refers to herself as a “daddy’s girl.”
- Despite dreaming of becoming a doctor or pilot, she pursued journalism through a Parallel degree program.
- She excelled academically at Kenya High School, where she was known as an A student.
- Azeezah was an avid reader during her childhood.
- Humorously, she dubs herself the “media messiah.”
- Her professional journey began as an e-marketer agent, earning a modest salary of sh10,000.
Azeezah’s story reflects resilience and the pursuit of one’s passions despite initial hurdles.