Plagiarism accusations
NEWSWATCH: Siphokazi Sowazi, chief executive of Mafube Publishing, owners of Enterprise magazine, has been accused of plagiarising various of her editorial columns, and the Press Council of South Africa has ruled in favour of The Weekender reporting that controversial author Ronald Suresh Roberts is also guilty of plagiarism, writes the Sunday Times. 21 Jul 2008 08:54

Newspaper for Mpumalanga youth
[Tshepiso Seopa] In less than six weeks, youth in the Mpumalanga province will have a monthly business and lifestyle newspaper aimed at helping them to plan, start and advance their businesses. Mpuma Youth Biz (Mpumalanga Youth Business) will be on the shelves as of 1 September 2008. 18 Jul 2008 09:08

WAN releases third ad for global newspaper campaign
PARIS: The “Get the Facts About Newspapers” campaign from the World Association of Newspapers (WAN) earlier this week released its third advertisement for use by publications around the world to help counter the negative myths and misinformation about the industry. The advertisement is part of a global initiative organised by WAN. 18 Jul 2008 08:39

ANC going ahead with daily newspaper?
NEWSWATCH: The Times reports that the ANC is intent on setting up its own newpaper to be on the streets before elections next year, or buying The Sowetan. According to documents in the possession of The Times, the intention is to set up an “alternative voice”. 11 Jul 2008 11:18

World Young Readers deadline nears
Newspapers have until 31 July 2008 to send in an entry for this year's World Young Reader prize. Now in its 11th year, the competition rewards great new initiatives for attracting young readers to newspapers. 10 Jul 2008 08:50

Green journo awards call for registration
The SAB Environmental Journalists of the Year Awards, now in its 20th year, is calling for registrations. Each of the three awards carries a cash prize of R15 000 and a trophy. 10 Jul 2008 08:47

Die Burger soon to sport a new look - Die Burger
From Monday July 14, Die Burger will sport a new look - both in design and content. In the ever changing media world, it's important to listen to our readers and adjust accordingly. 9 Jul 2008 17:53

Conference, expo on digital publishing and revenue generation
PARIS: The World Digital Publishing Conference & Expo, to be held in 15 - 16 October 2008 in Amsterdam, is dedicated to revenue-making strategies, winning editorial solutions and resource management, now that newspaper companies have been successful in generating audience and attention with their digital platforms. 9 Jul 2008 08:41

WAN tells Mugabe: "Drop punitive tax"
The World Association of Newspapers had told Mugabe to drop a "luxury" tax clearly aimed at stifling news. 8 Jul 2008 08:23

Spend your Sundays with Sondag and Dros! - Sondag
This weekend Sondag, Media24's easy-to-read Afrikaans Sunday paper, in conjunction with Dros kicked off with an exciting promotion. The promotion will run until end of August 2008. 4 Jul 2008 17:03

Diageo Africa Business Reporting Awards winners
LONDON: The winners of the 2008 Diageo Africa Business Reporting Awards were announced last night, Thursday, 3 July 2008, at a gala ceremony in London. Now in its fifth year, the awards honour business journalism focusing on Africa, thus attracting contestants from around the globe. 4 Jul 2008 10:53

Get the “Big Picture” at IFRA Expo 2008
DARMSTADT, GERMANY: Under the motto “Get the Big Picture!”, the 16th annual IFRA Expo will take place in Amsterdam, the capital of the Netherlands, 27 - 30 October 2008, at the RAI exhibition centre 3 Jul 2008 08:24

Countdown to food expo
Four food-filled days, three celebrity chefs and more than 30 of South Africa's top chefs under one roof. The 2008 Sunday Times Food Show, 3 - 6 July 2008, will transform the Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg, into every foodie's fantasy. 2 Jul 2008 08:40