We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Christy Ukata a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below.

Christy , looking forward to hearing all of your stories today. Did you always know you wanted to pursue a creative or artistic career? When did you first know?

I always wanted to play sports full-time. Even though I used to sing in high school and had some acting abilities, my sole focus was on sports, as I started making a living from it at the age of 15. I played basketball in the Togolese league and made a name for myself, which earned me a spot on the national team. I played for Togo because I was born there. I was paid during those years, and it felt good, though I didn’t know what to do with the money other than buy myself new sneakers.

Fast forward to university—I moved to Ghana, where basketball wasn’t as appreciated. I played for my university, but it felt too light. To play real basketball, I had to travel to Togo every weekend. However, with the workload from school, this became tedious, and my frequent trips started to decrease.

One fateful day, I followed a friend to an audition and ended up auditioning for an acting role. I got the part and acted in my first soap opera as a supporting actress. One thing led to another, and acting gradually took over my love for basketball, especially after I sustained a knee injury. During that time, I also found myself presenting TV shows. And now, here I am, still a media girl.

Christy , before we move on to more of these sorts of questions, can you take some time to bring our readers up to speed on you and what you do?

I’m Christy Ukata , also known as Chris Kata a dynamic and multi-talented media personality, recognized for my versatile contributions as a TV host, actress, content creator, and women’s advocate.
As a TV host,Chris i have graced screens across the country, captivating audiences with engaging presence and warm demeanor. From anchoring morning talk shows to hosting lifestyle shows, my versatility and ability to connect with viewers have made me a notable figure in the television landscape.
Beyond hosting,i have portrayed diverse characters in both television series and movie by acting..
In the digital realm, as a lifestyle content creator,
I have produced engaging and thought-provoking content that resonates with followers and attracted international and local brands .
As a women’s advocate, i have used my platform and NGO ; Heal And Chill to champion gender equality and fight SGBV .My passion for supporting and uplifting women has always led to collaborate with various organizations, host charitable events, and speak at conferences focused on women’s issues.

Can you share a story from your journey that illustrates your resilience?

I clearly remember going to an audition where I faced sexual harassment, essentially being propositioned with “sex for a job.” It was a traumatic experience that affected me for a while, but it didn’t deter me from pursuing my passion. Today, I use these experiences to speak out for women and girls who face sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV).

Is there mission driving your creative journey?

Being heard as a woman .

Contact Info:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriskata?igsh=MXFyamg0bjA2d3RuYQ==
• Facebook: https://www.youtube.com/@chriskata2474/about
• Linkedin: https://gh.linkedin.com/in/christy-ukata-1ab81085
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/chriskata1
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@chriskata2474/about