Kerkula Blama

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Kerkula Blama
Born (1994-04-25) April 25, 1994 (age 31)
Salala, Bong County
OccupationBlogger
NationalityLiberian
SubjectEntertainment, Lifestyle and Culture
Years active2018 - Present
Notable worksGeez Liberia

Kerkula Blama (born 25 April 1994), is a Liberian blogger, digital media entrepreneur and founder of Geez Liberia, an online platform that covers entertainment, culture, and lifestyle stories.[1][2]

Early life and education

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Blama was born in Salala, Bong County, Liberia. [1][3] He grew up partly in Monrovia and later in the Firestone region where he attended the Firestone School System. [4] He is currently studying Management with Minor in Public Administration at the African Methodist Episocpal University.[4] [2]

Career

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Blama’s media journey began around 2016 when he worked as with PlusLiberia as a writer and web manager. [1]In 2018 founded Geez Liberia, (initially called LIB Geez), transforming it from a Facebook page into a full digital media platform that publishes articles, interviews, and commentary on Liberian music, film, and lifestyle trends.[5][2]

Recognition and awards

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  • In 2025, Blama received the Young Achievers Africa Awards in Kigali, Rwanda, [6][7]
  • According to FrontPage Africa and other regional news outlets, he was awarded “Blogger of the Year” at the Music Video Africa Awards in Lagos, Nigeria, for his contribution to digital media.[8] [9] [10]
  • Geez Liberia also received the Paynesville Entertainment Awards, in 2024 marking a major milestone for the platform.[11][12] [13]
  • Blama has also been profiled by several local and regional news outlets for his role in promoting Liberian creative industries, including Frontpage Africa, News Ghana, Liberian Observer and Ameyaw Debrah.[1][14][4]

Influence

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According to Frontpage Africa, Liberian Investigator and Liberian Observer, Blama's platform has played a major role in providing visibility for emerging Liberian musicians and infleuncers [1][5] [2]His work aligns with broader efforts by Liberia media personalities to shape digital storytelling. His writings and commentaries encourage artists to build meaningful industry relationships and maintain consistency in their creative work.[14][15][16]

Selected media coverage

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See also

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References

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  1. ^ a b c d e Boayue, Francis G. (2025-10-15). "Liberia: Kerkula Blama Gains Regional Recognition for Digital Media Impact". FrontPageAfrica. Retrieved 2025-11-10.
  2. ^ a b c d Investigator, The Liberian (2024-10-07). "The Blogging Phenomenon: Kerkula Blama's Journey to Success". THE LIBERIAN INVESTIGATOR. Retrieved 2025-11-10.
  3. ^ News and Insights (31 March 2025). "Meet Kerkula Blama". CanvasRebel. Retrieved 10 November 2025.
  4. ^ a b c "Kerkula Blama: Liberian Blogger, Vlogger And Curator | AmeyawDebrah.com". ameyawdebrah.com. Archived from the original on 2023-09-20. Retrieved 2025-11-10.
  5. ^ a b Staff, Editorial (2025-11-13). "Kerkula Blama: Championing Liberia's Entertainment Scene One Post at a Time". Liberianobserver.com. Retrieved 2025-11-13.
  6. ^ "Liberian Blogger Kerkula Blama Wins First International Award At Young Achiever Africa Awards In Rwanda - AmeyawDebrah.com". 2025-05-20. Retrieved 2025-11-21.
  7. ^ Fofana, Amadu (26 May 2025). "Liberia: Kerkula Blama wins at Young Achiever Africa Awards". Music In Africa. Retrieved 26 May 2025.
  8. ^ Debrah, Ameyaw (20 May 2025). "People & LifestyleLiberian Blogger Kerkula Blama Wins First International Award At Young Achiever Africa Awards In Rwanda". Ameyaw Debrah. Retrieved 10 November 2025.
  9. ^ Dawn, New (2025-10-14). "Liberian Blogger Kerkula Blama Wins "Best Blogger of the Year"". Liberia news The New Dawn Liberia, premier resource for latest news. Retrieved 2025-11-11.
  10. ^ Bala, Muhamed Saeed (2025-10-15). "Liberia celebrates as Kerkula Blama wins 'Best Blogger of the Year' at 2025 Music Video Africa Awards - Daily Mail Africa". Retrieved 2025-11-20.
  11. ^ "Geez Liberia takes home Blog of the Year at the 2025 Paynesville Entertainment Awards solidifying Kerkula Blama's reign as Best Blogger". Ameyaw Debrah. 2025. Retrieved 17 October 2025.
  12. ^ News Desk (2025-01-17). "Geez Liberia Wins Blog of the Year at 2025 Paynesville Entertainment Awards | News Ghana". News Ghana. Retrieved 2025-11-11.
  13. ^ Mma, Ghana (28 January 2025). "Geez Liberia Wins Blog of the Year at the 2024 Paynesville Entertainment Awards". Ghanamma.
  14. ^ a b "Kerkula Blama Gives Valuable Insight on How to Grow as an Upcoming Artist". News Ghana. 11 September 2023. Retrieved 17 October 2025.
  15. ^ "KERKULA BLAMA OFFERS VALUABLE INSIGHT ON HOW TO GROW AS AN UPCOMING ARTIST IN LIBERIA - Smart News Liberia". 2023-09-26. Retrieved 2025-11-13.
  16. ^ Momo, James (2025-01-28). "Blogger Kerkula Blama Guide On How To Grow As An Upcoming Artist". African Entertainment. Retrieved 2025-11-10.