Photos by Jason Boswell, Rijasolo & Shaun Swingler

Jo Munnik

(she/her) is an award-winning South African documentary producer, director and writer whose impactful narratives have resonated with audiences across the globe. With a career spanning two decades and the breadth of Africa, Jo's lens has captured stories from the southernmost tip at 33 degrees South to the northernmost point at 33 North, with a particular emphasis on the intersection of humanity and the natural world.

Her diverse portfolio encompasses thought-provoking long-form documentaries, immersive short-form features, captivating photography, and engaging podcasts. Career highlights include writing and directing a compelling five-part series on South African youth culture, summiting Mount Kilimanjaro for a breathtaking documentary and embedding with Sea Shepherd to document conservation efforts in Gabon. Jo's work has also shed light on critical social issues, including the heroin trade in Kenya and the impact of climate change on Lake Malawi's fishing communities.

Jo's documentaries have been featured on prestigious platforms including Love Nature, CNN, BBC, Vice News and Global Citizen among others. She previously served as the staff Africa features producer for CNN International, where she continues to contribute. 

Jo holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations and English Literature and is fluent in English, Afrikaans and French.  She is a passionate storyteller driven to create authentic narratives that foster a deeper connection to Africa, celebrating the beauty, resilience, and diversity of her home continent.

She is based in Cape Town and is available for assignments globally.