What are Journalists?
A journalist is an individual that collects/gathers information in the form of text, audio, or pictures, processes them into a news-worthy form, and disseminates it to the public.
Top Journalists In South Africa
Below are some of the Top Journalists.
Khanyi Dhlomo
Khanyi Dhlomo is a South African journalist and magazine editor.
Jani Allan
Jani Allan is a South African journalist, columnist, writer, and broadcaster. She became one of the country’s first media celebrities in the 1980s and 1990s. In 1980, Allan became a columnist for the centrist newspaper, the Sunday Times, South Africa’s biggest-circulating weekly newspaper.
Pieter-Louis Myburgh
Pieter-Louis Myburgh is a South African investigative journalist. Myburgh attended Paul Roos Gymnasium before obtaining his BPhil in Journalism at an honors level from Stellenbosch University.
How can I find a journalist?
Checking on the website of the media outlet or giving them a call. If you know the name of the media outlet the reporter works for (or you just want to find journalists working for that outlet), try checking on the website of the outlet.
What qualifications do I need to be a journalist in South Africa?
A National Senior Certificate that meets the requirements for a diploma or degree course is a prerequisite for these courses. It is also important to have practical experience from an internship or from working with print or broadcasting in an organization.
Does journalism pay well in South Africa?
The average journalist’s salary in South Africa is R 198 000 per year or R 102 per hour. Entry-level positions start at R 153 000 per year, while most experienced workers make up to R 2 357 700 per year.