by Thinus Ferreira
Newzroom Afrika (DStv 405) has recruited the former eNCA editor-in-chief Mapi Mlhangu as the South African TV news channel's editor-in-chief, while Stephen Grootes is leaving as anchor of Newsfeed PM and The Pulse.
Mapi Mlhangu replaces Njanji Chauke who left as editor-in-chief in March this year just before South Africa's general election, after he lasted just a year and four months since his appointment in December 2022.
According to Newzroom Afrika Mapi Mhlangu will immediately "assume responsibility for leading the channel's dynamic newsroom, evolving its editorial strategy and upholding its commitment to journalistic excellence".
Mapi Mhlangu in a prepared statement says "I'm excited to be back in the fast-paced news environment and honoured to lead a team of distinguished and up-and-coming professionals".
"Considering what Newzroom Afrika has achieved in the five short years since the launch, I'm convinced there is no limit to what we can do together in the future. I look forward to working with my team to continue building on the high editorial standards that the channel has set for itself."
Mapi Mhlangu is the founder and managing director of the content consultancy firm Minsight Content Creation.
She completed an MBA dissertation focusing on the top 5 private legacy news media groups on the African continent and how they can attract funding from commercial and non-commercial sources.
Thabile Ngwato, Newzroom Afrika CEO and co-founder, in the statement says "We are thrilled to welcome Mapi to the Newzroom Afrika team. Her strategic insights and strong leadership credentials will be an invaluable asset as Newzroom Afrika continues to evolve and innovate to remain the trusted platform for credible, up-to-the-minute news, commentary and analysis".
Anchor Stephen Grootes is leaving the Newsfeed PM and Pulse strands as anchor but will according to Newzroom Afrika "remain on the platform in various capacities".
