Voice Actors League was not always a continent-wide movement. We started as a homegrown dream in Kenya, fuelled by passionate members and founders. As the dream grew, so did our reach, attracting talent from across Africa.
Today, we are a vibrant community of voice actors from across Africa, united by a common goal:
We envision a thriving African voice acting ecosystem where our members are empowered to build global careers and live on their own terms.
We see African voices featured in global campaigns, animation, film, gaming, and streaming platforms, using their God-given voices to create wealth, opportunity, and impact.
VALA educates, equips, and connects African voice-over professionals with the knowledge, skills, and global networks they need to excel in the international industry and build sustainable livelihoods.
We help them break free from the rat race so they can make money with their voice and become self-sufficient.
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Excellence in Craft & Business
We deliver first-rate training in voice acting technique through workshops, mentorship programs, and industry-led sessions, and equip our members with business acumen so they excel both creatively and commercially.
2
Empowerment through Knowledge
We believe that knowledge of the industry, including marketing, negotiation, rates, and self-branding, is as vital as voice over skill. Our members gain that power and agency.
3
Global Networking & Opportunity
We facilitate connections locally and abroad with producers, agents, and global platforms, fostering partnerships, collaborative projects, and international placements that open pathways beyond borders.
4
Financial Independence & Dignity
We encourage and support our members to build viable careers so they are not just earning but thriving, living on their own terms and leveraging their voice as a tool of income and influence.
5
Cultural Diversity
We honour Africa’s linguistic and regional richness. We champion voice talent across East, West, Central, North, and Southern Africa, including the diaspora, asserting African voices on the global stage.
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Integrity & Community
We uphold transparency, fair practice, and mutual support. Our alumni give back, our mentors lead with care, and our community helps each other grow.
Jennifer is a multi-award-winning voice actor and coach with over 20 years of experience, recognised globally for excellence in performance and storytelling. She has worked with multinational brands and organisations across commercials, narrations, e-learning, and corporate communications, delivering versatile, broadcast-quality voice work for diverse audiences.
Her accolades include consecutive wins for Best International Voiceover Performance at the One Voice Awards (2024 and 2025) and a 2026 Voice Arts Awards nomination.
As Founder of VALA, she leads the organisation’s vision and strategy while mentoring talent, strengthening professional standards, and championing growth across Africa’s voice acting community.
Dora is an accomplished screen and voice actor with over 10 years of experience in the creative industry, driven by a passion for storytelling and performance excellence. She is recognised for her lead role as Evangeline in the telenovela Second Family, earning a Best Lead Actress nomination at the 2024 WIFA Awards.
As a voice actor, she has collaborated with local and international organisations across commercials, narrations, documentaries, and awareness campaigns.
Within VALA, Dora mentors emerging talent through the Mentorship Accountability Program, organises and produces high-quality productions, and supports daily operations on the Admin Team.
