Something new and fresh is coming in March!

Launching in March 2022, isiZulu sold publication Umqhele will roll off the printing presses at Empangeni, for weekly distribution from Stanger to Pongola.

To better serve the Zululand region and, heeding the call for the return of an isiZulu newspaper, the Level 2 BEE-compliant Umqhele will cater to the large isiZulu readership from the first quarter of 2022.

Thobile Sibiya is the majority shareholder and managing director of Umqhele. Thobile first started in the newspaper industry nearly 20 years ago, and boasts vast experience in the field of sales and marketing.

‘Our community is the heartbeat of Umqhele and with journalists living in the communities we report on, we will champion many a cause and document the growth and highlights within our region. Content will also be guided by the valued input we receive from readers and clients and our doors are always open for dialogue,’ said Sibiya.

‘Being able to evolve with the changing times through a multi-media approach, while still remaining relevant within our communities is our aim; to ensure continuous product innovation and increased footprint. Umqhele is something new and fresh for the community, by the community and in our community,’ Sibiya said.

So what makes Umqhele different?

• The paper will cover all manner of local news from breaking stories and community profiles through to in-depth, business and investigative reporting. It will include the latest buzz from the entertainment scene and the best in sports action.

• The team at Umqhele will strive for the highest quality storytelling by maintaining strict principles of fairness, accuracy, objectivity and responsible, independent reporting; always adhering to the Press Code, to which all journalists are affiliated.

• Umqhele’s rich content will be brought to life through contemporary, visual design created by an award-winning editorial and production team. This ensures a high-quality product for readers and clients.

• Umqhele will keep ahead of the game with a comprehensive multi-media approach. By incorporating the latest in technologically-driven media trends, the paper will remain competitive in the digital age.

As part of Umqhele’s launch, the publication is offering a number of advertising specials, customised to each advertiser’s requirements and budget. To find out more about these incredible advertising opportunities, contact Thobile at sales@zob.co.za or call 035 799 0500.

For editorial queries, contact Muzi Zincume at muzi@zob.co.za or call 035 799 0500. 

Don’t miss your chance to become part of this significant launch!