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Journalists wearing ANC colours not his jurisdiction, says press ombudsman

Johan Retief will not investigate a DA complaint over Independent Newspapers journalists wearing ANC attire at the party’s birthday celebrations.

DA leader Helen Zille has a dubious record of dealing with journalists and the media

Zille questions Surve on media ‘standards’

In an open letter to Iqbal Survé, DA leader Helen Zille questions Independent Newspapers’ credibility and integrity.

Independent Newspapers stands by its editors’ decision to attend the ANC’s anniversary celebrations in party regalia and rejects Max du Preez’s reasons for leaving.

Independent rejects du Preez’s reasons for quitting

Independent Newspapers rejected Max du Preez’s reasons for quitting as a columnist, after he penned an open resignation letter to its editors.

Max du Preez: I can no longer be associated with the Independent group

I feel tainted by my association with the Independent Media group. It is time to depart once again. I will betray my own past if I don’t.

Cape Times editor charged with ‘unacceptable behaviour’

A decision to alter a news photograph to remove the logo of a Cape Times advertiser allegedly led to the blowout.

Independent Newspapers dismisses former Cape Times editor

After being fired as Cape Times editor, Alide Dasnois has now been dismissed from Independent Newspapers, says the Open Democracy Advice Centre.

Business Report’s Pressly to appeal dismissal

Business Report senior journalist Donwald Pressly will appeal his dismissal by Independent Newspapers for seeking political office with the DA.

Iqbal Survé

Pimples: Iqbal Survé is the way

Iqbal Survé, saviour of journalism and the man who wants to change the world (one editor at a time), is the greatest human being ever. Here’s why.

Why did Chris Whitfield jump ship?

Senior editor Chris Whitfield’s exit has been blamed on editorial interference by new Independent Newspapers masters under Iqbal Survé.

Cape Times: Sanef demands answers over Dasnois firing

Sanef says there could be a link between the firing of a Cape Times editor and a report on Thuli Madonsela’s findings about Tina Joemat-Pettersson.

Gasant Abarder.

Cape Times: Abarder hired as editor after Dasnois fired

Following the removal of Alide Dasnois as editor of the Cape Times, Gasant Abarder has returned to Independent Newspapers to head the publication.

Karima Brown went to court after Julius Malema doxxed her when he published on Twitter a screenshot of a WhatsApp message — with her cellphone number visible — that she had mistakenly sent on the EFF’s media WhatsApp group. (Image via Facebook)

Independent appoints Karima Brown as executive editor

Seasoned journalist Karima Brown has been appointed group executive editor of Independent Newspapers, confirmed chief executive Tony Howard.

Iqbal Survé threatens to ‘expose’ M&G

South Africa’s newest newspaper proprietor, Iqbal Survé, threatened to expose the Mail & Guardian – which he said might be "controlled by the CIA".

Government fund buys 25% stake in Independent News

The Government Employees’ Pension Fund is to acquire a 25% stake, worth about R500-million, in Independent News and Media SA, reports Business Day.

Speculation circles around Motsepe’s big announcement

Patrice Motsepe is set to make a historic announcement – and speculation is rife it might be about the purchase of Independent Newspaper Group.

Czech fugitive Radovan Krejcir and three others are to appear in court to be charged with the murder of businessman Sam Issa.

Newspapers take ban on Krejcir’s appeals to ConCourt

The media have gone straight to the top in its bid to gain access to the refugee status appeal hearing of Czech fugitive Radovan Krejcir.

Press ombud confirms rise in newspaper complaints

The Press Council’s Ombudsman has reported to editors a 70% increase over the last three years in the number of complaints about newspaper reports.

Ombud: DA complaint is Independent’s business

Ombud: DA complaint is Independent’s business, not ours

The press ombud has distanced himself from a tiff between DA leader Helen Zille and Independent Newspapers over an ANC centenary celebration feature.

Pluralism is a bigger priority than press ownership

There’s renewed focus on newspaper ownership by the ANC, even as they’re becoming less hardline about the Media Appeals Tribunal and the Secrecy Bill.

Court halts newspaper report on crime intelligence

The <i>Sunday Independent</i> was on Friday interdicted from publishing information on appointments in the crime intelligence division of the SAPS.