Independent Media
People are at the heart and soul of Independent Media. We are one of South Africa’s leading multi-platform content companies. Our stable of fine, quality publications includes 20 of the country’s most prominent newspapers with The Star in Johannesburg, Cape Times and Cape Argus in Cape Town and The Mercury in Durban firmly entrenched in millions of households throughout South Africans. African Independent is the only title that serves the African continent and I’solezwe lesiXhosa provides the daily news to millions of literate Xhosas in the Eastern Cape. Business Report is South Africa’s largest business newspaper. Independent Online, popularly known as IOL, is Independent’s current digital offering and brings millions of readers breaking news as events happen in the country and around the world. With a growing daily unique online audience, iol.co.za is one of the largest news and information websites in South Africa.
Brand Press Releases
We stand together against the Press Council’s attempt to clamp down on Independent Media
Durban — “I disapprove of what you say, but I will defend to the death
Issued by: Independent Media on 28/10/2024
Why Independent Media left the Press Council
Independent Media is considered a leading multi-platform production company in South Africa, offering a diverse
Issued by: Independent Media on 28/10/2024
PCSA is trying to silence dissenting voices
The decision by Independent Media to leave the Press Council of South Africa (PSCA) is
Issued by: Independent Media on 28/10/2024
Press Council works against ethical journalism
The actions of the Press Council of South Africa (PCSA) toward Independent Media further indicate
Issued by: Independent Media on 28/10/2024
Independent Media’s withdrawal from the Press Council: A stand for media freedom
On October 23, 2024, the Press Council of SA (PCSA) took the drastic step of
Issued by: Independent Media on 27/10/2024
Editor’s Note: The vital role of media freedom in a free society
Media freedom stands as one of the most significant pillars of a truly free nation.
Issued by: Independent Media on 27/10/2024
Independent Media committed to ethical journalism
The Independent on Saturday and other titles within the Independent Media stable remain committed to the principles
Issued by: Independent Media on 26/10/2024
Editor’s Note: Why I stand behind Independent Media’s decision to leave the SA Press Council
As the executive editor of Business Report and Personal Finance, I stand behind Independent Media’s
Issued by: Independent Media on 25/10/2024
BRICS and Africa: A Transformative Opportunity
As BRICS convenes its pivotal summit, in Kazan, Russia, Africa stands on the brink of
Issued by: Independent Media on 24/10/2024
Independent Media’s withdrawal from Press Council driven by commitment to media freedom
On 23 October 2024, the Press Council of South Africa (PCSA) took the drastic step
Issued by: Independent Media on 24/10/2024
Building Independent Media Platforms: A BRICS Imperative
Dr. Iqbal Survé, Chairman of Independent Media and Sekunjalo, shares his insights on the need
Issued by: Independent Media on 18/10/2024
Sunday Independent withdraws from Press Council over concerns of media censorship
Sunday Independent has announced its immediate withdrawal from the Press Council of South Africa, citing
Issued by: Independent Media on 01/10/2024
How AI is transforming journalism: Insights from Dr Iqbal Survé
In a world of rapidly advancing technology, artificial intelligence (AI) emerges as one of the
Issued by: Independent Media on 01/10/2024
Dr. Iqbal Survé: A Heritage Day Reflection on our unity in diversity
As Heritage Day dawns upon us, I find myself reflecting on the remarkable tapestry of
Issued by: Independent Media on 24/09/2024
Help defend democracy and media freedom — Dr Iqbal Survé
I want to thank the editors of Independent and IOL for offering me the platform
Issued by: Independent Media on 20/09/2024
Dr Iqbal Survé pays tribute to Pravin Gordhan
It is with genuine sadness that I extend my condolences to the family, friends, and
Issued by: Independent Media on 15/09/2024
Independent Media Rejects Press Council Ruling, says no to Censorship
Independent Media has issued a scathing rebuke of the Press Council of South Africa, contending
Issued by: Independent Media on 14/08/2024
South Africans need unity to achieve our dreams — Dr Iqbal Survé
The overwhelming majority of South Africans want to see our country reach its full potential,
Issued by: Independent Media on 12/08/2024
Independent Media slams Karyn Maughan Press Council ruling as ‘threat’ to freedom of expression
IN the wake of a contentious decision released on Tuesday, August 6, Independent Media has
Issued by: Independent Media on 08/08/2024
Media’s challenge: Achieving balance between wisdom, experience and an ‘always on’ audience
REFLECTING the global decline of print media, Media24 recently announced the proposed closure of several
Issued by: Independent Media on 28/06/2024
IOL and Independent Media condemn threats against journalists, editors and Dr Iqbal Survé over Renaldo Gouws story
IOL and Independent Media condemn the appalling abuse and threats directed at several of our
Issued by: Independent Media on 22/06/2024
Dr Survé on Sustainability: Securing a Greener Future for Humanity
As a businessman, I look at the bottom line and whether an investment will deliver
Issued by: Independent Media on 19/06/2024
Dr Surve Calls on SA’s Youth: Lead the Way to Innovation and Change
South Africa has several public holidays each year and whilst that might be an excuse
Issued by: Independent Media on 18/06/2024
Dr Iqbal Survé on the urgent need for ethical leadership in South Africa
Around half the world will face governmental elections this year. Potentially at stake, global peace,
Issued by: Independent Media on 14/06/2024
Dr Survé: Rekindling Ubuntu for South Africa’s future
Last year, I wrote a piece on nurturing leadership in a post Mandela era. Post
Issued by: Independent Media on 13/06/2024
Independent Media demands retraction and apology for defamatory claims in the ICFJ Journalism ‘Big Data Case Study’
Independent Media strongly condemns the unethical and biased research practices evident in a recent report
Issued by: Independent Media on 30/05/2024
The DA Shadow Ministry Shows its Shady Side
STATEMENT The DA Shadow Ministry Shows its Shady Side The Democratic Alliance suddenly slanders Independent
Issued by: Independent Media on 09/07/2022
For the Love of Good Food – Where Cooking and Communities Come Together
For the Love of Good Food – Where Cooking and Communities Come Together Local really
Issued by: Independent Media on 09/07/2022
Advocate Michael Donen SC appointed as Investigator on Decuplets Story
Advocate Michael Donen SC appointed as Investigator on Decuplets Story Independent Media’s Inquiry gets underway
Issued by: Independent Media on 09/07/2022
#UnmuteFreedom – Independent Media’s Freedom Day Campaign for 2021
#UnmuteFreedom – Independent Media’s Freedom Day Campaign for 2021 WE WILL NEVER ALLOW YOUR FREEDOM
Issued by: Independent Media on 09/07/2022
Dear Colleague
Dear Colleague Please find below a release from Independent Media post their representation to the
Issued by: Independent Media on 09/07/2022
Intimidation of Journalists is a No No. Full Stop.
Dear SANEF I write to offer my support to Karyn Maughan and all journalists –
Issued by: Independent Media on 09/07/2022
New Editor for Pretoria News
Dear Colleague Please find below a press release detailing the appointment of Piet Rampedi as
Issued by: Independent Media on 08/07/2022
DECUPLETS MOTHER MS GOSIAME SITHOLE WAS PREGNANT AND DELIVERED BY CAESARIAN SECTION INVESTIGATION AND REPORT FINDS
27 October 2021 MEDIA RELEASE DECUPLETS MOTHER MS GOSIAME SITHOLE WAS PREGNANT AND DELIVERED BY
Issued by: Independent Media on 08/07/2022
Dear Colleagues
Dear Colleagues Our since apologies, however a release we distributed on Friday incorrectly stated that
Issued by: Independent Media on 08/07/2022
Independent Media’s editors speak up for Media Freedom
Black Wednesday campaign gives media freedom a voice – make sure yours is heard Cape
Issued by: Independent Media on 08/07/2022
Key Editorial Appointments at Independent Media
Fresh energy and seasoned experience in the newsroom to be a winning formula Cape Town,Issued by: Independent Media on 08/07/2022
Independent Media presentation to Standing Committee on Finance
Issued by: Independent Media on 18/03/2021
It’s that time of the year! Watch the Raging Bull Awards 2021 ceremony here
Cape Town – The “Oscars” of the unit trust industry, the Raging Bull Awards, hosted by
Issued by: Independent Media on 15/02/2021
NEW EDITOR FOR PRETORIA NEWS
Cape Town, 22 January 2021 – Independent Media has appointed multiple award-winning investigative journalist Piet
Issued by: Independent Media on 15/02/2021
Independent Media Launches ‘Insider’
New ‘second book’ broadsheet for weekend titles Cape Town, 12 February 2021 – Independent Media
Issued by: Independent Media on 11/02/2021
JOIN OUR FREE WEBINAR TO HEAR THE VOICES OF MEDIA FREEDOM
Cape Town – The struggle for media freedom in South Africa is rooted in the
Issued by: Independent Media on 19/10/2020
BREAST HEALTH BASICS WITH JENNA SKEWS
This breast cancer month join the mercury and Jenna skews of the Breast Health Foundation
Issued by: Independent Media on 14/10/2020
CARING FOR SOMEONE LIVING WITH SCHIZOPHRENIA
Catch Doctor Gwen Tonyane as she speaks about Caring for someone living with schizophrenia, live
Issued by: Independent Media on 14/10/2020
CELEBRATE 160 YEARS OF THE ARRIVAL OF INDIANS IN SOUTH AFRICA WITH THE SUNDAY TRIBUNE
Join Kiru Naidoo as he talks about Indian indentured labourers and their arrival in South
Issued by: Independent Media on 14/10/2020
POLYCYSTIC OVARIAN SYNDROME WEBINAR
Join in the interactive discussion with Dr Kerusha Naidoo as he discusses Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Issued by: Independent Media on 29/09/2020
THE TRADITIONAL DRESS CODE OF A MARRIED ZULU WOMAN
Ms Phumzile June Nkosi is the manager at Phansi Museum Trust. She has worked for
Issued by: Independent Media on 29/09/2020
Happy Heritage Day
Happy Heritage Day We are wishing everyone a happy #HeritageDay. Let us celebrate our rich diversity
Issued by: Independent Media on 28/09/2020
PAPAWA SEWGOLUM THE STORY OF HIM BECOMING A LEGENDARY GOLFER
Join Rejen Sewgolum as he discussed the heritage of well-known golfer, Papwa Sewgolum and how
Issued by: Independent Media on 28/09/2020
EXPLORE, DISCOVER AND EXPERIENCE TABLE MOUNTAIN VIRTUALLY
Table Mountain is an iconic symbol of a heritage we are so privileged to have.
Issued by: Independent Media on 28/09/2020
SIT DOWN WITH PAUL CAVALIER FOUNDER OF AFROFEST
Afrofest founder Paul Cavalier encourages South Africans to celebrate their culture, traditions and beliefs to
Issued by: Independent Media on 24/09/2020
THE HERITAGE OF THE WELL KNOWN ACTIVIST MAHATMA GANDHI
Join Satish Dhupelia as he discusses the heritage of the well known activist Mahatma Gandhi,
Issued by: Independent Media on 23/09/2020
THE STAR VIRTUAL TOUR WITH ORIGINS CENTRE MUSEUM IN CELEBRATION OF HERITAGE MONTH
Celebrate Heritage month with the star as they take you on a virtual tour with
Issued by: Independent Media on 23/09/2020
Cape Times editor Siyavuya Mzantsi wins big at INMA 30 Under 30 awards
Durban – Cape Times editor Siyavuya Mzantsi has bagged top honours in two categories at
Issued by: Independent Media on 18/09/2020
HERITAGE MONTH WITH PRIM REDDY
Cook alone edition with Prim Reddy. Reddy graced our screens for 16 years having navigated
Issued by: Independent Media on 17/09/2020
TRADITIONAL HEALERS,AFRICAN RELIGIONS AND CUSTOMS
The services of traditional healers go far beyond the uses of herbs for physical illness.
Issued by: Independent Media on 17/09/2020
CHALLENGES YOUTH FACE WITH UNEMPLOYMENT AND HOW TO MAKE YOURSELF MORE EMPLOYABLE.
Sit down with Daily News and Tashmia Ismail- Saville, CEO of the Youth Empowerment Service
Issued by: Independent Media on 17/09/2020
IN THE KITCHEN WITH SIBA MTONGANA THIS HERITAGE MONTH
Come cook along with the Cape Times and the multi award winning celebrity chef, author,
Issued by: Independent Media on 17/09/2020
THE STRENGTH AND SIGNIFICANCE OF CULTURAL DIVERSITY IN OUR SOCIETY
Tune in to get an opportunity to ask Dr Sipho Zondi questions live on facebook
Issued by: Independent Media on 17/09/2020
WHAT MAKES US UNIQUELY SOUTH AFRICANS
From theatre to dance, opera to cabaret and classical music to jazz- Every art form
Issued by: Independent Media on 17/09/2020
THE IMPORTANCE OF SHARING WISDOM OF CULTURAL SIGNIFICANCE AND HERITAGE WITH CHILDREN LIVE ON FACEBOOK
Culture shapes experience and influences children’s development. Language is the road map of a culture.
Issued by: Independent Media on 17/09/2020
HEALTHY EATING WITH CHEF MISHKAH
Healthy Eating with Chef Mishkah Gool, Join Sunday Tribune on Wednesday 9 september as we
Issued by: Independent Media on 17/09/2020
TIPS AND GUIDANCE FOR FIRST TIME CAR BUYERS
Isolezwe in partnership with Absa brings to you tips and guides for first t time
Issued by: Independent Media on 17/09/2020
ANTI-BULLYING DISCUSSION FACEBOOK LIVE
Sandhir SewMungal, Author of “The Unknown Journey” breaks the silence about bullying in a live
Issued by: Independent Media on 08/09/2020
INDEPENDENT ON SATURDAY LIVE ON FACEBOOK WITH LIVEWELLS QUALITY OF LIFE MANAGER SEAN VAN WYK
Join Independent on Saturday with Livewell’s Quality of Life manager Sean van Wyk, who will
Issued by: Independent Media on 08/09/2020
SIFISO MAHLANGU APPOINTED AS EDITOR OF THE INDEPENDENT NEWSPAPERS FLAGSHIP TITLE
Cape Town, 31 August 2020 – Independent Media announces the appointment of Sifiso Mahlangu as the new editor of
Issued by: Independent Media on 02/09/2020
Isolezwe appoints Kiki as its new editor
Cape Town 24 July 2020 – Zulu-language newspaper, Isolezwe, has appointed Kiki Ntuli as editor
Issued by: Independent Media on 12/08/2020
Ayanda Mdluli to head up Independent Media’s new investigative reporting unit
Cape Town, 24 July 2020 – Independent Media today announced that it has appointed seasoned journalist, Ayanda Mdluli as
Issued by: Independent Media on 06/08/2020