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Department of Journalism
SU journalism students earn spot at Durban Film Festival
SU journalism students' documentary For His Sake has been selected for the Durban International Film Festival, potentially eyeing an Oscar. The film tells the story of a 3rd-generation barber shop in Ida’s Valley, exploring family bonds and...
Department of Journalism
Prof Botma Launches Groundbreaking Book on South African Journalism History at IAMHIST 2025
Prof Gawie Botma launched his book, Reconsidering the history of South African journalism, at the 2025 IAMHIST conference in Cape Town. Addressing 150 global delegates, he presented research on the "slave press" and chaired sessions on...
Department of Journalism
Dr. Meli M. Ncube joins global media experts to unpack journalism’s role in a changing world.
Dr. Meli M. Ncube joined a high-level panel on journalism’s role in the New World Order. Alongside experts from the MDIF and Namibia Media Trust, they explored how the media must navigate shifting global landscapes and evolving...
Department of Journalism
Dr Jordaan visits Europe to support academic collaboration
Dr. Marenet Jordaan of Stellenbosch University recently toured Europe to boost journalism research collaborations. Visiting four countries, she presented South African findings for the Worlds of Journalism Study, focusing on industry safety...
Department of Journalism
Journalism Department Marks World Press Freedom Day 2025: A Call for Media Independence and Sustainability
Stellenbosch University hosted World Press Freedom Day 2025, exploring "Navigating Independence and Media Sustainability." Experts from SABC, AmaBhungane, and global academia discussed economic pressures and innovative platforms like...
Department of Journalism
Reconsidering the History of South African Journalism: The Ghost of the Slave Press – A book written by Associate Professor Gawie Botma
Gawie Botma’s new book, Reconsidering the History of South African Journalism, challenges the "liberation" narrative of the early press. He reveals how 19th-century newspapers were tied to the slave economy, urging a rethink of media’s...
Department of Journalism
Annual graduation celebration all about “good news”
Stellenbosch Journalism celebrated its 2024 graduates on March 24, honoring PhD, Master’s, and Honours students. News24’s Paul Herman inspired the alumni with stories of local success, while top performers received special prizes during...
Department of Journalism
Prof Wasserman discuss information integrity at Thought Leader Event 2025
Prof Herman Wasserman addressed SU’s first 2025 Thought Leader Event on the dangers of deepfakes and disinformation. As director of the new Centre for Information Integrity in Africa, he proposed solutions like media literacy and regulation...
Department of Journalism
From viral TikTok sensation to a BAHons in Journalism
Ubaid has graduated with a Journalism Honours from Stellenbosch University. Balancing social media stardom with rigorous academics, Ubaid’s journey highlights the power of passion, hard work, and storytelling.