Mwaksy, 25, is Blue Peter’s new presenter
BLUE Peter has signed up a new presenter – who will make her debut from home.
Mwaka Mudenda will become the 39th host of the world’s longest-running children’s TV show when she is introduced to viewers tomorrow.
It will be an unusual launch for the 25-year-old, known as Mwaksy, having to do her “first show and her first Blue Peter presenter challenge from her home”.
She will be tasked with breaking a world record and viewers will find out what the challenge is on tomorrow’s show.
The new recruit, who loved Blue Peter as a child and always wanted a badge, said: “There is only one word to describe being the new Blue Peter presenter and that is mind-blowing!
“Despite lockdown, I’ve felt so welcomed by the incredible behindthe-scenes team that help run and deliver such a wonderful show – and I already feel like a big part of the Blue Peter family.
“I’m so excited to begin my adventure, with all the fun challenges it has in store.
“The chance to be a part of such a well-loved programme that has such an inspiring and creative young audience is a real blessing.”
Originally from south London,
Mwaksy moved to Manchester to study anthropology.
She later landed a job as assistant producer at the BBC, working behind the scenes for the sports department at MediaCityUK, where her “talent was spotted”.
The show’s co-presenters – Lindsey Russell and Richie Driss – have been hosting the CBBC show from their homes, with a little help from Henry the dog.