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Tamia Ja

Malawian social media influencer

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Record originEnglish Wikipedia
Text licenseCC BY-SA 4.0
Source revisionJul 11, 2026
Entity authorityQ136391131
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Tamia Ja (real name Hannah Jabesi) is a Malawian social media influencer known for her outspoken views and frequent controversies. She has been involved in disputes with police over withheld funds and legal proceedings concerning alleged unlawful disclosure of private HIV health information.

In 2024, she received the Content Creator of the Year award in the MBC’s Entertainers of the Year (2024).

Career

Ja rose to prominence as a fearless and unfiltered social media personality, attracting a large following for her commentary on Malawian society.

Controversies and legal issues

Withheld funds dispute

In February 2025, Ja clashed with Lingadzi Police, accusing officers for withholding MK1.2 million of her money after a search of her home and confiscation of her passport.

HIV disclosure case

In June 2025, the High Court dismissed Ja’s application to drop a case alleging she unlawfully revealed another person’s HIV status on social media. After few months, she was also served with an injunction by fellow socialite Chawezi Banda, also known as Cha Cha, for allegedly publishing defamatory content.

Ongoing court proceedings

Despite being jailed several times, she has been continuously criticized government issues and related matters.

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