this is what the BA Hons students of 2026 have to say after three weeks of being out in the field creating their short films 🍿🎥

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The Department of Journalism hosted Media Monday on 13 April 2026 exploring archival research and how archives reveal slavery, control, and conflict.

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Yesterday, BA Hons Journalism students attended a roundtable in Parliament on podcast regulation, unpacking gaps and opportunities in digital media.

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Guest speaker Sean Christie from GroundUp News spoke to Honours students on narrative journalism, showing how storytelling restores depth and shapes whose voices are heard.

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Journalism Honours students attended a masterclass with Maresa Moore from BOK Radio, broadcasting to Dubai. She highlighted radio as a human craft shaped by preparation, humility, curiosity, and authenticity, reminding students it remains free, immediate, and personal.

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Jacolette Kloppers from Stellenbosch University’s Division for Institutional Strategy, Research & Analytics highlighted the value of being multi-skilled, giving journalism students an edge in news production and their future careers.

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On 09 March 2026, 4 media professionals visited our journalism class, sharing insights on documentary storytelling, sports reporting, tech journalism careers, and magazine design, giving students a glimpse into diverse paths in the media industry.

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Matthew George, ActionSA’s National Communications Director, shared insights on political communication and media relations, describing himself as a “newsmaker” shaping narratives and feeding information into the news cycle.

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Adéle Changuion, Communications Officer at South Africa Wine, shared her journey from journalist to strategic communicator, offering tips on storytelling, audience engagement, and career growth for aspiring journalists.

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The Journalism class of 2026 welcomed guest speakers from the media industry. Nathalie Martin, Stellenbosch SAPS spokesperson, shared insights on police communications, key issues, and building media relationships.

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