Find journalists who write about South Africa
Journalist Hunt offers a comprehensive database of journalists who focus on covering South Africa. Connect with thousands of journalists, reporters, columnists, editors and other media professionals who write about South Africa-related topics. Filter journalists by location, coverage topics, and journalist type to find the perfect match for your business. Start your search today with Journalist Hunt for free or unlock advanced filtering options by subscribing.
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Bureau Chief, Bloomberg News

Journalist, BBC
BBC News Journalist | Alumni of Aljazeera, CNN, Bloomberg | RTs not endorsements | DM pitches to ije.ndukwe@bbc.co.uk | Find me @ijeomandukwe.bsky.social

Deputy Editor, IOL News
Journalist. Pro-poor capitalist. A soldier in the war for a better world. I tweet what I like.

Founder, explain.co.za
Multi awardwinning South African journalist. Founder of news platform explain.co.za & comms agency explainagency.co.za. Former editor-in-chief: M&G;, HuffPost SA

Writer, Daily Maverick
40-something writer, dreamer, lover, lemur. I write things, mostly for @dailymaverick. Author of 'Best White' & 'Self-Helpless'
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Anchor and Host, LiveFit with Stace, Freelance
TV Presenter 📺 @supersporttv | Thinker 🧠 | Traveller✈️| Heliophile 🌞| Exercise Scientist 💪🏽| RTs not endorsements Tweets =/= advice
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Managing Editor, Forbes Africa
Managing Editor, FORBES AFRICA; Afrophile, itinerant, storyteller and occasional tweeter

Deputy Breaking News Editor, Sub-Saharan Africa, Reuters
Deputy breaking news editor, Sub-Saharan Africa @Reuters. alexander.winning@tr.com
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find journalists covering South Africa?
Use filters such as industry, country, journalist type, or outlet to narrow your search to reporters, editors, or contributors who specialize in South Africa. You’ll see profiles that match those criteria.Do you offer contact emails for these journalists?
Yes. Verified contact details (e.g. emails, LinkedIn, X) become available with a premium subscription. Free users can view profiles but contact info is redacted.Can I filter South Africa journalists by location or publication?
Absolutely. You can target by country, city/state, or specific outlets to focus your outreach where it matters.What information does each South Africa journalist profile include?
Each profile contains journalist type, role, beat(s), industry, outlet, location, and recent articles to help you understand their coverage focus.Can I export journalists covering South Africa for campaigns?
Yes. Premium users can export lists of profiles into CSV or XLSX files, ready for outreach workflows or PR tools.How often are journalist profiles for South Africa updated?
The database is refreshed regularly to keep beats, roles, outlets, and contact details up to date.Why focus on journalists by specific beat?
Targeting by beat ensures your pitch lands with journalists already covering the topic, making your outreach more relevant and increasing the chance of coverage.Can I subscribe just to get a list of South Africa journalists for one project?
Yes. You may subscribe for a short term to export lists for a specific campaign and cancel afterward if you like.Can I cancel my subscription anytime?
Yes. You’re free to cancel or change your plan at any time. You’ll retain full access until your billing period ends.