About this opportunity
The Digital News Transformation Fund provides funding opportunities for small, medium, and community-based independent news publishers in South Africa to support digital transformation projects and long-term sustainability. The fund aims to strengthen digital capacity, diversify revenue, and future-proof operations, with training and governance support for selected grantees.
Benefits & funding
Funding for digital transformation projects and related capacity-building; training for funded publishers; governance and compliance support.
Eligibility
Open to small, medium, and community-based independent news publishers serving a South African audience, with governance and editorial independence requirements.
How to apply
Applications are submitted through the official webpage; timeline indicates adjudication and due diligence from 22 September to 27 October 2025, with contracting and disbursements following.
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