Ziwaphi is a general interest, top quality, biweekly, tabloid-size newspaper, with an estimated readership of 40 000. It was started with funding from the Media Development and Diversity Agency (MDDA).
It specialises in local and regional news coverage, but also offers a comprehensive package of provincial, and national news.
Along with news; lifestyle; sports; and commentary, the newspaper also features a full compliment of display and classified advertising.
It is published by Uxhumano Communications and carries articles by leading commentators, news-makers, political and economic analysts, as well as in-depth interviews with government leaders and policy makers.
The first edition hit the streets on 13 April 2007, and ever since, the publication is growing strong with an estimated 8 000 editions printed and 6 000 sold every month.
The name
Ziwaphi is a colloquial Nguni expression, which means “What’s Happening and Where?” - these are the two most important journalistic questions when gathering news.
Ziwaphi is produced by a team of experienced journalists, volunteers, high-profile commentators and specialists on a variety of subjects, such as gender issues; HIV and AIDS; business; and law. We also feature nation-building issues, such as the role of Black Intelligentsia; Ubuntu; and politics.
It is distributed every second Friday of the month by a reputable newspaper distribution company, Uxhumano Communications, in more than 400 outlets in three municipalities, Mbombela, Nkomazi and Umjindi in the Ehlanzeni District of Mpumalaga.
Those interested in advertising in the newspaper can contact:
Tom Nkosi on 082 553 4067
tom@ziwaphi .com or Mpumi Mtshali
[email protected]