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SABC addresses controversy over Afrikaans news bulletin scheduling
Amid public outrage, SABC acknowledges a scheduling error affecting the Afrikaans news segment and pledges to uphold language diversity in its broadcasting.
Trump administration begins mass layoffs at Voice of America
Just a day after all employees were put on leave, staff working on a contractual basis received an email notifying them that they were terminated at the end of March.
How Daily Maverick and News24 Target Dr. Iqbal Survé and Undermine Black Excellence
Why do black professionals face a higher bar for respect, their titles withheld and their achievements underplayed? Daily Maverick, News24—your silence on white corruption and your loud whispers of black doubt speak volumes.
Why Banks are Threatening to Close Sekunjalo’s Accounts, the effect on Independent Media—and what Daily Maverick and News24 have to do with it
By consistently portraying entities like Sekunjalo and Independent Media unfavourably, corporate mainstream media outlets create a perception of reputational risk.
Dr Iqbal Survé: A visionary leader dedicated to SA’s media
Dr Iqbal Survé’s work, vision, and commitment to Sekunjalo, Independent Media, and the African News Agency represent a vision of a country where no story is left untold, says the writer.
Dr Iqbal Survé: A Visionary Leader with Heart, Commitment, and an Unbreakable Dedication to South Africa’s Media
Dr Iqbal Survé’s work, vision, and commitment to Sekunjalo, Independent Media, and the African News Agency represent a vision of a country where no story is left untold, says the writer.
End of an Era: DFA’s longest-serving editor Johan du Plessis bows out
Johan du Plessis wrapped up a 22-year career as editor of Kimberley’s iconic Diamond Fields Advertiser (DFA), crowning a 32-year career at the Northern Cape publication.
How the South African media lied… collectively
An analysis of the coverage of a report on the LGBTI market shows how some news publishers in South Africa act as echo chambers for disinformation and misinformation.
Bekkers-Karyn Maughan: News24’s Highest Paid Propagandist
Make no mistake: Maughan is not an unbiased journalist. She is a weaponised voice for the establishment, wielded to target Dr. Survé, Sekunjalo, and anyone who stands in opposition to elite rule, says the writer.
Is News24 neutral? Examining Naspers’ donation to ANC and DA
The people deserve a media that holds power accountable, not a mouthpiece for those who pay the most, says the writer.
Is the Press Council of South Africa Really Watching Over the Press — or Just Itself?
Instead of an objective watchdog, the Press Council of South Africa seems more like a guardian of legacy media interests – and that’s a disservice to every South African who values an open, fair, and truly independent press.
PCSA Expels Independent Media After Its Voluntary Withdrawal: A Ruthless Power Move
The battle for media independence in South Africa has never been more critical. It is time to demand transparency, impartiality, and accountability from the institutions meant to protect press freedom.
Independent Media Was NOT ‘Expelled’ from the Press Council — It Left
The scenario reflects deeper societal issues and discrimination that persist in South Africa—a microcosm of broader struggles between entrenched power structures and those who dare challenge them, says the writer.
Censorship Battles: How Independent Media is Challenging South Africa's Press Council
Independent Media’s departure from the PCSA is not a retreat but a victory for press freedom. It is a declaration that they will not be silenced, says the writer.
Media Freedom Day: The Battle for Truth, and the Legacy of Dr Iqbal Survé and Sekunjalo
Today, as we celebrate Media Freedom Day, let us remember that this freedom is fragile, says the writer.
Building Independent Media Platforms: A BRICS Imperative
Dr. Iqbal Survé, Chairman of Independent Media and Sekunjalo, shares his insights on the need for a multipolar modern media that is not dependent on the West’s narrative to form perception.
Media Monitoring Africa: Unmasking the Western Agenda
For the sake of true media freedom, South Africans must scrutinise organisations like MMA, which operate under the banner of advocacy while covertly advancing external agendas, says the writer.
How Daily Maverick's Funders Turned It Into a Propaganda Machine
For many South Africans, the Daily Maverick has become a platform that serves international and elite interests rather than meeting the needs of ordinary citizens, says the writer.
The Great Purge: From Children's Literature to Global Consciousness
The greatest challenge of the 21st century is to resist this purging of our humanity while confronting the simultaneous purging of sovereignty on a global scale, writes Gillian Schutte.
Help defend democracy and media freedom — Dr Iqbal Survé
Our liberation came at a great cost. We cannot allow powerful interests to strip us of the freedoms so many fought for, writes Independent Media and IOL Executive Chairman Dr Iqbal Survé.
Independent Media to Restructure in Response to Banking Threats and Rising Operational Costs
Independent Newspapers’ reliance on advertising and circulation revenue, coupled with its lack of access to loans or banking facilities, places the business in a precarious financial position.
Reclaiming African Sovereignty from Intellectual Colonialism: How a Flawed Study Pushes US Propaganda
US propaganda in Africa continues to escalate, demanding that more African countries take up the challenge and confront this scourge head-on, writes Gillian Schutte.
The Dangerous Dance of Media and Politics: Why Naspers’ R2 Million Donation to the ANC is a Threat to Democracy
For the sake of democracy, Naspers should return the donation and reaffirm its commitment to unbiased journalism. Anything less is a betrayal of the very principles that should guide the media in a free society, says the writer.
The Power of Media in Shaping Narratives and Fostering Debate on Global Visions
While the media can shape public opinion, we must also acknowledge its limitations, writes TV BRICS AFRICA President Ayanda Holo.
Naspers Exposed: The Role of Koos Bekker in Apartheid
Naspers’ history is a stark reminder of the power of media in shaping public perception and policy, writes Sipho Tshabalala.