“There can be no higher law in journalism than to tell the truth and to shame the devil,” said American journalist Walter Lippmann.

I hope this adage will be the benchmark for the quality of journalism by which I will serve my community as a reporter for the Krugersdorp News. Although I am not a completely new addition to the Caxton family, this will be my first opportunity after a three-year hiatus to work as a reporter in the Krugersdorp area.

As a newshound, I enjoy reporting on the full spectrum of news but have a passion for hard news, crime reporting, and investigative work.

I would like to encourage the public to approach me with whatever is close to their hearts. I am looking forward to getting to know the readers and want to invite you to come and say hi to me when you see me out and about.

I am an avid reader, an obsessive trail and ultra runner (when I am not injured), and I dabble in veganism.

• Details: Contact Riaan on 078 383 3068 or via email at riaanvz@caxton.co.za.