Asanda Sizani is new Editor at Glamour
CONDÉ Nast Independent Magazines, a subsidiary of Independent Media, has announced the appointment of Asanda Sizani as editor-inchief of Glamour. She will take over her role from June 1.
Sizani will succeed the previous editor, Pnina Fenster, who left Glamour in March to pursue new ventures, after editing the title since its launch in 2004.
In addition to representing the brand’s editorial vision, Sizani is also charged with developing a fresh outlook for Glamour.
As one of South Africa’s leading media luminaries, Sizani’s influence on the industry is wide and varied.
She moves to Glamour from ELLE South Africa, where she held the role of fashion and beauty director, having previously held fashion editor roles at Destiny, Destiny Man and Drum magazines.
She also holds an extensive freelance portfolio, which includes collaborations with a number of top local and international brands, magazines, media platforms and personalities.
A graduate of the Cape Peninsula University of Technology and a Red & Yellow School of Advertising alumna, Sizani is an award-winning fashion director and urban culture expert.
“I am honoured and humbled to take up the mantle of editor-in-chief of Glamour at such a pivotal time for all women’s voices,” said Sizani.
Mbuso Khoza, the acting chief executive of Condé Nast Independent Magazines (CNIM), said: “I am confident that Asanda’s A-lister status, coupled with her immense knowledge of the fashion and beauty industry, will be instrumental in taking the Glamour brand to new heights.
“Not only is she a force to be reckoned with, but she is also the ideal role model for discerning millennials and African women alike.”
Commenting on the moves at Glamour, executive chairman of CNIM, Dr Iqbal Survé, said: “I have every confidence that Asanda will build on the success of the Glamour brand and continue to reflect the energy, style and ambitions of young women.
“I wish Asanda and the Glamour team everything of the very best.”
Her influence on the media industry is wide and varied