Skyward Standard - SOUTH AFRICAN JOURNALISM

News you can trust from South Africa and the world

Independent, reliable and in-depth journalism - delivered straight to your screen every single day without compromise.

2020

Established

145 000+

Monthly Readers

38

Professional Journalists

12

Industry Awards

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Smartphones have become absolute essentials, but they host subtle privacy risks and data tracking and harvesting loopholes which we unmask.

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Exploring the Next Frontier in Space Exploration

A deep dive into local telemetry partnerships, global satellite arrays and Africa's expanding reach into astrophysics and satellite mapping.

OUR MISSION

Dedicated to bringing the truth to light

Skyward Standard was founded with a single core mission: to provide accurate, independent and responsible journalism directly to South African society. We fiercely advocate that an informed public is the driving engine of a healthy democracy.

Our editorial team works day and night to uncover and tell the genuine stories that shape South Africa - from local community hubs in Gauteng and the Western Cape to international policy tables.

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"Good journalism is not about forcing people to think of specific conclusions - but rather giving them transparent facts and leaving them to think for themselves."
— Skyward Standard, Editorial Commitment Manifesto
THE TEAM

Meet the Editorial Board

The dedicated professionals ensuring objectivity, ethical standards, and high-quality storytelling in our newsrooms.

Anders Kjeldsen - Managing Editor

Anders Kjeldsen

Managing Editor

Sofie Brun - Corporate Investigative Lead

Sofie Brun

Corporate Investigative Lead

Mikkel Holm - Senior Photojournalist

Mikkel Holm

Senior Photojournalist

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn more about our editorial processes, compliance, and subscription model.

Is Skyward Standard independent of government influence? +

Yes. Skyward Standard is entirely funded by private subscribers and ethical, transparent ad-placement. We are not owned by, aligned with, or controlled by any political party or government entity.

How do you protect your news sources? +

We strictly comply with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and local press code guidelines to guarantee anonymity and security for whistleblowers and confidential informants.

Can I cancel my membership subscription? +

Yes, absolutely. You can cancel, update, or pause your subscription level at any time through our automated support line or by contacting support directly via email.

Do you cover regional South African news? +

We cover all major regions including Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, Pretoria, and smaller provincial locales with our field network of dedicated freelance photojournalists.

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You can use our secure form below, email us at [email protected], or reach our encrypted communication channel listed in our detailed contacts section.

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Newsroom Contacts

Physical Address:

351 King Street East, Suite 1600, Toronto, Ontario M5A 0N1

(International Editorial Hub Affiliate)

South Africa News Hub & Registered Office:

Skyward Standard Journalism Ltd

54 Melrose Boulevard, Melrose Arch, Johannesburg, 2076

Phone Hotline (Central):

+27 11 416 5855

Emails:

General inquiries: [email protected]

Whistleblower tips: [email protected]