INDIE INFO PROVIDERS: News creators are on the up as legacy media falls out of favour

Chris Roper· Jun 3, 2026 · 10:05 PM UTC ·6 min read · 0 reactions · 0 comments · 59 views

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A recent report highlights the rise of news creators in South Africa as traditional media declines. Approximately one in four South Africans now obtain news from individuals rather than established organizations. The report examines the motivations and strategies of these 'indie info providers' and their role in the evolving media landscape.

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▪As of September 2024, about one in four South Africans get news from individuals rather than organizations.
▪The report from the Center for News, Technology and Innovation explores the backgrounds and motivations of news creators.
▪Many news creators are former journalists who have transitioned to building direct-to-audience brands.

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INDIE INFO PROVIDERS News creators are on the up as legacy media falls out of favour With as many as one in four South Africans getting their news from individuals rather than organisations, a report looks at these people to understand how they fit into a changing media landscape. By Chris Roper 3 Jun 2026 A new report scrutinises news content creators as they replace traditional news media. (Photo: Freepik) Dive Deeper Speed Read Summary Listen Dive Deeper News media in South Africa are staring down the barrel of an existential threat, and the bullet has already been fired.

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