The National Press Club announces the election of its new executive committee (exco) for 2024/25
Kennedy Mudzuli editor/bureau Chief: Pretoria News has been elected chairperson of the National Press Club. News24 journalist Belinda Pheto is the new deputy chairperson and Lali van Zuydam, research and communications associate at the Institute for Methods Innovation the new treasurer. The public relations officer is Antoinette Slabbert, senior financial journalist with Rapport newspaper.
“I thank the outgoing committee for completing the rebuilding of the National Press Club after the devastating Covid-19 pandemic. With the support of our valued sponsors the North-West University and Absa, a solid foundation has been laid for future growth,’’ Mudzuli said.
The office bearers are joined by the following elected executive committee members:
- Mashudu Sadike, senior multi-media journalist: The Star, Saturday Star
- Pieter Cloete, video journalist, Maroela Media
- Aserie Ndlovu, producer and presenter @ Capital Live SA 99.0FM
- Ananias Ndlovu, Naledi News editor
- Mosidi Mokgele, PR and marketing consultant, Essence Consulting
- Dineo Horner, (CPRP) Unisa: administrator (research, marketing and communication)
- Albi Modise, Snr executive: marketing and communications Gautrain Management Agency
- William Baloyi, chief director: media engagement, GCIS
The team will be supported by newly appointed secretariat Ncobile Mahlangu.
“We are excited by the skills and energy of this committee and believe we can deliver even more value to our members in the coming year,” Mudzuli said. “It is our mission to provide a platform where journalists and communication professionals can interact and build the networks that are core to our industry.”
The National Press Club is the biggest organisation of its kind in South Africa, representing working journalists and communication professionals. It recently celebrated its 46th year of existence.
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