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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.
Short videos preferred over articles as news consumption shifts online
For many South Africans, particularly in peri-urban communities, platforms like WhatsApp are popular for local news, with users participating in community groups for updates.
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.
Facebook leads as SA’s top news platform, followed by TikTok and WhatsApp
With 84% of respondents relying on Facebook for news, the MDPMI survey highlights the platform's dominance while raising concerns about trust and accuracy in digital media.
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.
Health MEC addresses mental health stigma before final exam season
Simelane expressed that most people regard mental health as an illness, and many people do not know about the different types of mental disorders out there and how to treat them.
Khadijah Omar makes history as the first Hijabi woman to be crowned Miss Universe Somalia 2024
Khadijah Omar was crowned Miss Universe Somalia 2024 in September, making her the first ever Hijabi woman to grace the Miss Universe stage and represent Somalia at the 73rd Miss Universe competition.
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.
Renaldo Gouws vs IOL ruling: A Victory for Press Freedom and Accountability
The Press Council of South Africa has granted IOL leave to appeal a ruling in relation to the publication’s reportage of politician Renaldo Gouws’ racist utterances, which led to his expulsion from the Democratic Alliance.
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.
National Film and Video Foundation Council dissolved, acting CEO placed on administrative leave
In line with directives from the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture, the National Film and Video Foundation has advertised the position for a permanent CEO.
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.
Sunday Independent withdraws from Press Council over concerns of media censorship
The move follows a decision by the Press Council denying the publication the right to appeal a ruling over an Edmond Phiri opinion piece, which Sunday Independent says ‘sets a dangerous precedent by policing opinions that challenge the dominant liberal media narrative’.
Weekend wrap: Hypothermia on the N3 in KZN, snow to clear from Monday, waiters speak out on despicable working conditions, inadequate emergency protocols at airports
A look at the stories that were most read on IOL.