Newzroom Afrika has appointed news stalwart and broadcaster Njanji Chauke as the new editor-in-chief to bring freshness in the newsroom. According to the news station, Mr Chauke will work very closely with the current managing editor Zain Semaar.
The news channel also brought in Ngiphiwe Mapi Mhlangu and Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh, an academic, musician and podcaster. The station hopes to capitalise on Mpofu-Walsh’s political knowledge and expertise.
“Our editorial advisory committee now boasts three generations of journalists of the highest calibre, and we are truly privileged to draw on their expertise and high standing in the profession,” said Newzroom Afrika CEO Thabile Ngwato.
“This committee provides the assurance that Newzroom Afrika will always strive to uphold the highest standards of journalism, and reporting that is balanced, fair and reliable.
“We are thrilled to welcome Njanji Chauke as our new editor-in-chief as we put in place the building blocks towards creating the newsroom of the future. Our aim is to take our reporting to the next level with these strategic appointments,” said Ngwato.
The station also revealed that Cathy Mohlahlana, will be on maternity leave from mid-December, with Thembekile Mrototo standing in as prime anchor for the next few months.
