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Jan Gerber

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  • Political Journalist and Photographer, News24
Cape Town
As seen in: News24, Color Research & Application, Fin24, The Lead (Podcast), AllAfrica, Mail & Guardian, CampdenFB, Power FM (Gauteng, South Africa), Knowledge Bylanes South Africa
Journalist & photographer. Parliamentary reporter for @News24

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Jan Gerber’s Biography

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I report on the, shall we say vibrant, South African Parliament for South Africa's biggest online news platform, News24.
I started my career in 2007 at the Afrikaans daily newspaper Die Burger, after obtaining a BPhil degree in journalism from the University of Stellenbosch, where I previously also obtained an MPhil degree in political management.

Jan Gerber’s Journalist Portfolio

Nasrec blues (and black, green and gold): Welcome to the funfair

Nasrec blues (and black, green and gold): Welcome to the funfair

"Please note, fun fair closes at 19:00," reads a sign at the entrance to the fairground at the Nasrec complex…

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Can the DA survive the illness it caught from the ANC?

Can the DA survive the illness it caught from the ANC?

Of late the DA in the Western Cape showed signs of a not-so-mysterious illness. We've seen before our very ey…

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#MiniBudget2017: What you didn't see on TV: Faction fights? What faction fights?

#MiniBudget2017: What you didn't see on TV: Faction fights? What faction fights?

Cape Town - While reports suggest things are getting nasty in the ANC's leadership race as December nears, it…

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Don't be duped by Msholozi's dithering dunce act

Don't be duped by Msholozi's dithering dunce act

I wouldn't be worried if Jacob Zuma was mocking me. But I would start to get concerned if he just laid there …

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Zuma's last speech as ANC president... in a song and a dance

Zuma's last speech as ANC president... in a song and a dance

Johannesburg - Shortly after 14:00, the ANC elective conference at Nasrec finally shows signs of clicking int…

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Articles

Phala Phala: EFF pushes back against ‘fit-and-proper’ requirement for impeachment panel

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By Jan Gerber 
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0:00 Subscribers can listen to this article National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza said it is not clear who will determine who is fit and proper. Zwelethemba Kostile/Parliament of RSA Read this for free Be among those who shape the future with knowledge. Uncover exclusive stories that captivate your mind and heart with our FREE 14-day subscription trial. Dive into a world of inspiration, learning, and empowerment. You can only trial once. Start your FREE trial now Already a subscriber?
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Public Service Commission warns state officials against ANC study groups

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By Jan Gerber 
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0:00 Subscribers can listen to this article ANC chief whip Mdumiseni Ntuli has defended the party’s practice of study groups, denying allegations of state capture or constitutional violations. Darren Stewart/Gallo Images Read this for free Be among those who shape the future with knowledge. Uncover exclusive stories that captivate your mind and heart with our FREE 14-day subscription trial. Dive into a world of inspiration, learning, and empowerment. You can only trial once.
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Zille threatens Godongwana with court action over Joburg’s ‘unfunded’ budget

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By Jan Gerber 
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0:00 Subscribers can listen to this article Helen Zille, the DA’s mayoral candidate for the City ofJohannesburg, has threatened legal action against Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana if he does not act on Johannesburg’s allegedly unfunded R97.1 billion budget. Luke Daniel/News24 Read this for free Be among those who shape the future with knowledge. Uncover exclusive stories that captivate your mind and heart with our FREE 14-day subscription trial.
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Did you work for your high school newspaper? If so, what did you do there?

Yes, I wrote about sports. The rugby 1st team was less than impressed with my reporting once, which was awkward as I played for the 2nd team.

What's your favorite drink?

Whiskey

When you're not at a computer, where are you most likely to be?

Among the waves

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