How to commission Elsie for a short investigation or a long‑form project?

Email commissions@ElsieMediaHouse.com with a brief including scope, timeline and desired deliverables. Pitch deck with day rates and project guidance is available to download on the site.

Typical turnaround times for research, field reporting, and multimedia deliverables?

Turnaround varies by scope: short investigations (2–10 days), long‑form projects (weeks to months). Multimedia packages typically follow agreed production schedules; consult the pitch deck or email commissions.

Rights and licensing for published material?

Rights and licensing are negotiated per commission. Standard terms and day‑rate guidance are provided in the downloadable pitch deck; contact commissions@ElsieMediaHouse.com for bespoke agreements.

How does Elsie verify sources and protect whistleblowers?

Elsie follows ethical verification protocols including cross‑referencing documents, on‑the‑ground interviews, and encrypted communications where appropriate. Specific protection measures are discussed at commission.

Availability for co‑productions, embed reporting and remote vs on‑site reporting rates?

Elsie accepts co‑productions and embedded reporting. Availability windows and market‑specific best contact times are listed on the site; email commissions@ElsieMediaHouse.com to discuss.

Global multimedia journalist from Nairobi delivering data‑driven investigations and broadcast‑ready packages.

Investigations that change policy, packages that air anywhere — commission Elsie Wambui today.

Commission Now — [email protected] Download Pitch Deck (PDF)

Response within 4 EAT business hours. Core hours 8:30–17:30 EAT.

Elderly Man at Fruit Market — Biometric IDs

Podcast Recording Studio — Drought Diary

By the numbers — evidence that moves institutions.

1.5M+ views/listens

Combined platform reach

2 government inquiries

Documented policy responses

7 exclusive sources

Depth on a single investigation

Awards: EA Journalism Excellence '24

Recognition for investigative rigor

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Featured investigations

The Globe Sentinel — 2025

Ghost Towers: Unmasking Ghost Masts

Satellite maps, market interviews and regulator records exposing phantom infrastructure.

1.5M+ views/listens 2 government inquiries

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Global Tech Quarterly — 2024

Data Darkroom: How Biometric IDs are Eroding Privacy in Nairobi's Markets

Market interviews and data analysis showing privacy erosion in biometric implementations.

Impact policy & oversight

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BBC World Service — 2023

The Climate Exodus: Audio Diary from Kenya's Unseen Drought Migration

First‑person audio diary capturing drought migration with on‑site tape and interviews.

Broadcast‑ready multimedia evidence

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Multimedia evidence — ready for broadcast

Drought Migration — audio diary (BBC World Service)

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Biometric IDs — data visualization clip

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Ghost Towers — broadcast segment

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Download clips (drive)

Need reporting in East Africa — fast, ethical, verifiable.

Response within 4 EAT business hours. Core hours 8:30–17:30 EAT.

Email [email protected] Download Press CV (PDF)

What editors say

"Elsie's sourcing is impeccable. She possesses the rare ability to turn complex data into a clear, ethical, and high‑stakes narrative that we trust completely."

— Ava Sharma, Investigative Editor, The Globe Sentinel

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"Her deep knowledge of the East African tech landscape and governance issues makes her an essential voice for our international coverage."

— David Kimani, Bureau Chief, Global Tech Quarterly

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"She delivered a challenging field report with flawless production quality. Elsie is a truly multi‑platform journalist."

— Dr. Lindiwe Nkosi, Senior Producer, BBC World Service

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Commissioning FAQ

How to commission a short or long investigation?

Email [email protected] with scope, timeline and desired deliverables. The pitch deck contains day‑rate guidance and sample terms.

Typical turnaround times?

Short investigations: 2–10 days. Long‑form projects: weeks to months depending on scope. Multimedia packages follow agreed production schedules. See pitch deck for guidance.

Rights & licensing?

Rights and licensing are negotiated per commission. Standard terms and pricing guidance are available in the downloadable pitch deck; contact for bespoke terms.

How are sources verified and protected?

Verification includes cross‑referencing documents, on‑site interviews, and secure communications. Protection measures for whistleblowers are discussed at commission.

Availability for co‑productions and embeds?

Elsie accepts co‑productions and embedded reporting. Best contact windows and core hours are listed on the site; email [email protected] to arrange.