Recipient of the National Press Club / North West University Journalist of the Year 2023: Media Liaison /Spokesperson of the Year Award

Gauteng
Joined May 2010
I am extremely honoured to have received an acknowledgment on Wednesday, 17 April 2024 at the National Press Club and North West University Journalists of the Year 2023 as Media Liason/Spokesperson of the Year. It has been a journey to get here. Thank you for all the support.
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Advocate Baloyi SC says the role of the media includes sharing, explaining and interpreting information. She has urged journalists to reflect on their own reporting practices and examine their biases to ensure fair and balanced coverage. #SANEFFundraiser #SANEF30 #MediaFreedom #BlackWednesday #Absa
Advocate Baloyi SC says media coverage of the Madlanga Commission has generated significant public engagement on a range of issues. #SANEFFundraiser #SANEF30 #MediaFreedom #BlackWednesday #Absa
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Advocate Baloyi SC has criticised mainstream media for focusing primarily on major headlines. She points to the current water crisis in Bronkhorstspruit as an example of an issue that deserves greater media attention. #SANEFFundraiser #SANEF30 #MediaFreedom #BlackWednesday #Absa
Advocate Baloyi SC says community media houses play a critical role in highlighting issues affecting local communities. She says they need better funding to ensure local voices are heard and represented. #SANEFFundraiser #SANEF30 #MediaFreedom #BlackWednesday #Absa
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SANEF Chairperson @KatyKatopodis has reminded the public that journalists are not the enemy, calling on politicians and the public to stand together in protecting journalists and ensuring their safety. #SANEFFundraiser #SANEF30 #MediaFreedom #BlackWednesday #Absa
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Keynote speaker Advocate Sesi Baloyi SC has taken to the podium at the SANEF fundraising gala dinner. #SANEFFundraiser #SANEF30 #MediaFreedom #BlackWednesday #Absa
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Advocate Baloyi SC says the media faces numerous challenges that undermine its role, including declining financial investment in newsrooms, which has contributed to shrinking newsrooms. #SANEFFundraiser #SANEF30 #MediaFreedom #BlackWednesday #Absa
Advocate Baloyi SC says since being associated with the SANEF fundraising gala dinner event, she has decided to enroll for an LLM in Media Law. She encourages the media to hold her accountable. #SANEFFundraiser #SANEF30 #MediaFreedom #BlackWednesday #Absa
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SALGA has welcomed the launch of the Revised White Paper on Local Government describing it as a defining moment and a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to rebuild and reinvent local government. #WPLG2026 #EveryMunicipalityMustWork #LGReform #InspiringServiceDelivery
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Catch Cllr Lesetja Dikgale, SALGA Chairperson Municipal Finance and Fiscal Policy Working Group on 938 Radio’s The Round Up as he tackles the topic Show Me the Money - Understanding Municipal Finances at 19:20 tonight (20 October) #SALGAElevate #InspiringServiceDelivery #2026LGE
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At the heart of Future of HR 2026, powered by SALGA, are the people who bring new ideas, perspectives and possibilities to life. ✨ It’s the conversations, shared experiences and people behind the profession that make the HR community so valuable. 📸 Want to see more familiar faces? Explore the full event photo gallery- link in bio! #FOHRxSALGA #FutureOfHR #HRLeaders #TopcoMedia
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Know your municipality’s official reporting channels. #InspiringServiceDelivery #ElNino @SAWeatherServic @GCIS_IRC
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Celebrating municipal HR excellence! 🏆 The Future of HR Awards 2026 recognised five municipalities for their outstanding contributions to HR excellence in local government. These achievements highlight the vital role of people, leadership and effective HR practices in strengthening municipalities and improving service delivery. Read the full story to discover how municipal HR is helping drive progress. 👏 #FOHRAwards #HRLeaders #TopcoMedia @Topco_Media insightnewsnetwork.co.za/art…
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Motalatale S. Modiba retweeted
Special Voting can take place through a Home Visit or a Voting Station Visit, depending on the category you applied for and your circumstances. Know what applies to you and be prepared for Special Voting on 2 and 3 November. #LGE2026 #SpecialVote #KnowBeforeYouVote
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🗳️SPECIAL VOTES Women account for 74% of approved home visit applications & 64% of voting station-based applications. And voters aged 60 & older account 79.6% of home visit applications, with 70–79 age group representing the largest segment. Read: bit.ly/3TVHvle #IEC
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🗳️ 16 DAYS TO GO! Make these final two weeks count. Get informed about the electoral process, know what to expect, and prepare to participate in the 2026 Local Government Elections. ⏳For more election information: elections.org.za/pw/ #WozaLGE2026 #LocalGovElections
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Did you know? After green ID book production ends on 31 March 2027, holders have 12 months — until 31 March 2028 — to switch to a Smart ID Card. Do not leave it to the final month. 👉 ow.ly/rSUJ50ZYJJT
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This month, as I mark one year since I joined @SALGA_Gov, I had the privilege of participating in the 2026 Future of HR Conference in Fourways on 14-15 October 2026. #FOHRAwards #HRLeaders #TopcoMedia @Topco_Media
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Throughout the conference, SALGA emphasised that South Africa needs its best talent where its impact is most immediate: in local government.
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Municipalities are where policy becomes part of daily life—through water, sanitation, roads, electricity, human settlements and local economic development. We must therefore be deliberate about making public service, particularly local government, a destination for talent.
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