What was your first job as a journalist?
My first job as a journalist was being the Marketing and Publications House Committee Leader for my residence at the University of Pretoria. I was responsible for preparing write-ups about our residence’s outreach efforts, achievements, and generally gloating about how awesome we were to encourage matrics to apply for placement. These pieces were featured on the University of Pretoria’s residence homepage, and it was my first experience with writing for an audience and promoting something I was passionate about.
Have you ever used a typewriter?
I think so, in primary school I vaguely recall.
How is social media changing news?
Social media is revolutionising how we consume news by making it faster, more accessible, and, let’s be honest, a lot more bite-sized. Platforms like TikTok and YouTube Shorts cater to our ever-evolving (and shrinking) attention spans by delivering quick, engaging news snippets that get straight to the point. While I love a deep dive into a Daily Maverick investigation or an in-depth analysis from Judges Matter, I also appreciate how social media allows me to stay updated in between tasks, one 60-second video at a time. The balance between quality, in-depth journalism and the rapid-fire delivery of social media is fascinating—and necessary for today’s fast-paced world.
