General News Reporter

Media24 LtdCape Town, ZA

4 days ago

Job description

Job title : General News Reporter

Job Location : Western Cape, Cape Town

Deadline : December 18, 2025

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Main purpose :

To produce relevant, exclusive and factually correct articles and analysis for News24 and its national audience on news developments in the Western Cape.

Duties and Responsibilities :

Produce original articles on municipal, court, health, education and other relevant news developments for news, feature and analysis stories;

Report on breaking news stories within the province;

Write quality news and feature articles, adhering to strict deadlines and News24’s style;

Adhere to the quality, style and content standards as laid out and required by the particular publication

Live reporting into News24 live blogs on developing stories;

Secure newsmakers for in-depth interviews on topical issues.

Skills & Competencies :

Established network of contacts;

Strong command of English;

Able to work under pressure and to strict deadlines;

Good time management, the ability to multitask effectively and complete tasks timeously;

Sound news judgement;

Knowledge of the online news environment and digital publishing tools, including mobile video and photos;

Detail orientation;

Good people skills;

Quality orientation and the ability to deliver clean copy, and

Understanding of the SA Press Code and adherence to our code of ethics.

Minimum Requirements :

Relevant tertiary qualification;

At least 5 years’ journalism experience;

Excellent general knowledge;

Strong knowledge of topical issues and current affairs;

Demonstrable network of contacts;

Valid driver’s licence.

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General News Reporter • Cape Town, ZA