Mega Press, is a local online news publication dedicated to serving communities through reliable, in-depth, and people-centered journalism. Mega Press specialises in hyperlocal news, reporting on street-level issues often overlooked by larger outlets. This includes coverage of local crime such as vandalism, updates on public safety, neighborhood concerns, and developments affecting local businesses. The organisation prioritizes accuracy and context, ensuring that reporting informs without sensationalism. Equally important is its focus on human interest and community life. Mega Press highlights the people who make communities thrive, profiling teachers, students, volunteers, local heroes, and longtime residents. Coverage extends to school sports, honor rolls, club meetings, festivals, and cultural events, capturing the everyday moments that define local identity.Mega Press envisions informed, engaged, and connected communities, supported by trusted local news that strengthens civic participation, preserves cultural identity, and promotes transparency and positive change at the local level. Through solutions journalism, Mega Press goes beyond identifying problems by exploring community-driven responses to challenges such as housing shortages, education gaps, and public safety concerns. The organisation is also committed to cultural heritage and identity, amplifying stories from diverse and historically marginalized local populations.

Source: Code for Africa

Last updated date: July 2026

Location:
Polokwane, South Africa
Year the organization started publishing:
2014
Languages:
English
Type of coverage:
Local
Area of coverage:
Limpopo, Polokwane , Capricorn District Municipality

Content

Editorial coverage:
Generalist, focused on multiple topics
Type of content produced by theme:
Education
Politics
Sports
Lifestyle
Entertainment and culture
Law and crime
Journalism genres:
Interviews and reporting
Information services
Investigative journalism
Journalism coverage types and techniques:
Breaking news
Live coverage of events
Data journalism
Tech platforms and other mediums used:
Messaging service
Social media platforms
Podcast
YouTube
WhatsApp
Twitter
Facebook
Instagram
Tiktok

Audience and reach

Social media audience

Facebook number of followers:
1,500
Twitter number of followers:
1,006
Instagram number of followers:
336
YouTube number of followers:
1,590
Tiktok number of followers:
4,831

Management and team

Founders

Female:
2
Male:
5
Founders:
Mogale Jack Ramoshaba Steven Raseona Danny Modiba Tshegofatso Rasekgotoma Chantell Seanego
Directors:
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Team

Full-time employees:
5
Part-time employees:
2
Freelancers or consultants:
3
Volunteers:
0

Business structure and revenue sources

Organization tax status:
Non-profit

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