A grant of over R20 million has been awarded to the Centre for Information Integrity in Africa (CINIA) at Stellenbosch University’s Department of Journalism to lead collaborations across the Global South in addressing mis- and disinformation and other harmful digital content.
Dr Marenet Jordaan, senior lecturer and researcher in the Department of Journalism, recently undertook a four-country European research trip to establish and enhance academic collaborations on behalf of the department. …
With the passing of Mrs Leona Amoraal on 11 February, almost a month before her 82nd birthday, many alumni’s immediate reaction was that it is the end of an era. …
The Department of Journalism is pleased to be informed that the International Communication Association (ICA) will host their annual conference in Cape Town in 2026. This announcement was made during …
On 2 May 2024, World Press Freedom Day spotlighted the urgent link between media freedom and the environmental crisis. Stellenbosch Journalism joined the global conversation, affirming that a free and …
The doors of Stellenbosch University – Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences opened wide for all future Maties. Our journalism department shared valuable insights about who we are and what we …
The honours students from the Department of Journalism recently gained insight into the history and heritage of District Six in Cape Town. The BAHons Journalism class of 2024 visited the …
The Department of Journalism hosted its 2023 graduates for a fun celebration and prize-giving ceremony on Monday 25 March. Here are some highlights from the evening. …
The Department of Journalism celebrated the achievements of the 2023 honours, Master’s and PhD students during its annual graduation event. Family and friends joined the festivities that took place after …
Five researchers affiliated with the Department of Journalism at Stellenbosch University were recently elected to serve on the executive committee of the South African Communications Association (SACOMM). Members of …
