BizNews

BizNews.com is a disruptive internet publishing business founded in August 2013, embracing Jeff Bezos's Day One philosophy of using software instead of people wherever possible. It has a physical head office in Hermanus, Western Cape, and a team spread across the world, with hubs in Johannesburg, Cape Town, and London. BizNews serves South Africans with a global mindset through independent reporting and commentary on local and global issues that affect their lives. The subscription service features bespoke commentary, exclusive WhatsApp and Twitter channels, and investment webinars. The organization's purpose is to expose and communicate truth by tapping the minds of leaders and influencers, destroying corruption, and inspiring the community to help create a better world for everyone.

Source: Code for Africa

Last updated date: July 2026

Location:

Overberg, South Africa

Year the organization started publishing:

2013

Languages:

English

Type of coverage:

National

Editorial coverage:

Generalist, focused on multiple topics

Type of content produced by theme:

Politics

Economy and business

Journalism genres:

Interviews and reporting

Journalism coverage types and techniques:

Breaking news

Live coverage of events

Explanatory journalism

Tech platforms and other mediums used:

Website

Newsletter

Messaging service

Social media platforms

Podcast

Twitter

Facebook

Instagram

Tiktok

Social media audience

Facebook number of followers:

22,860

Twitter number of followers:

14,300

Instagram number of followers:

10,800

YouTube number of followers:

25,700

Tiktok number of followers:

13,100

Founders

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Founders:

Alec Hogg

Directors:

Alec Hogg, Jeanette Hogg, Stuart Lowman

Team

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Part-time employees:

Freelancers or consultants:

Volunteers:

Organization tax status:

For-profit

Why is this profile included?

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