Lulu Khadija Hassan, popularly known as Lulu Hassan, is a journalist, news anchor, producer, and CEO of Jiffy Pictures.
She co-hosts the Nipashe Wikendi, a Swahili-language news bulletin that airs on Saturday and Sunday on Citizen TV alongside Rashid Abdalla.
Education background
Lulu Khadija Hassan was born in Mombasa County, where she is the eldest of three daughters.
Lulu attended Aga Khan Academy for her secondary education and joined Salrene Travel Operations College, where she studied courses related to the travel industry.
After completing her studies, she worked as a receptionist.
While working as a receptionist, Lulu received a call from a stranger who admired her voice and encouraged her to consider journalism, a suggestion that would later change her life.
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Career
Lulu began her career at Radio Salaam in Mombasa at the age of 20, working as a part-time English news presenter while studying journalism.
Lulu joined KTN as a Swahili news anchor after auditioning for a temporary position.
She later moved to Citizen TV, where she now co-hosts the popular Nipashe Wikendi bulletin alongside her husband, Rashid Abdalla.
Lulu and Rashid have become one of the most admired media couples, known for their professionalism and wonderful on-screen presentation.
Net Worth
Lulu and Rashid founded Jiffy Pictures in 2016, a production company specializing in Swahili television dramas
Under her leadership as the CEO, the company has produced different shows such as Maria, Zora, Sultana, Aziza, Moyo, Huba, Kovu, Becky, Ayana, and Maza.
Lulu is one of the successful media personalities, earning from television broadcasting, production, and brand partnerships.
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Recognitions
Lulu Hassan has received numerous awards and recognition for her impact in media and film.
Lulu won the Best Producer Award for her show (Maria) at the Women in Film Awards (WIFA) in 2021, presented by the Beyond the Film organization, which organizes awards to recognize women filmmakers.
“I have received some good news. Thank you, God, and thank you all. I am forever grateful,” Lulu Hassan shared on her social media platforms upon being announced the winner.
She was also named Mwanamke wa Shoka in Tanzania in 2022 and presented at the Kitchen Party Gala.
Lulu’s Jiffy Productions has earned nominations at the prestigious Kalasha Awards and the ZIKOMO Awards for her work as a producer.
Family Life
Lulu Hassan is married to Rashid Abdalla. The couple met while working at Radio Salaam and married in 2009.
There are three children: two sons, Jibran and Irfan, and a daughter, Kiran. Their relationship is often admired for its love and teamwork.
Political view
Lulu Hassan is linked to the Mvita parliamentary seat in Mombasa County for the upcoming 2027 elections, currently held by MP Machele Soud.
This claim arose in May 2025 after images of branded T-shirts and reflector jackets bearing the slogan “Lulu Hassan, Mama Mvita” circulated online.
Lulu has also been spotted on many occasions in Mvita, engaging with the community and supporting youth development in Mombasa.
In November 2025, Lulu dismissed the news of her political interest in Mombasa as a rumor, calling the posts circulating online unverified and likely AI-generated.
