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Johnathan Beukes

Editor of The Namibian newspaper, discussing challenges in traditional journalism and strategies for print and digital expansion.

2023-10-082026-06-08
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What’s been said

Key points drawn from coverage. Tap a point to see the original sentence.

  1. May 2026

  2. The Namibian

    The Namibian editor Johnathan Beukes described the DNA of social media platforms like Facebook, TikTok, and X as fundamentally flawed for traditional journalism

    Source

    “He described the DNA of social media platforms like Facebook, TikTok, and X as fundamentally flawed for traditional journalism.”

    Getting real about media

  3. The Namibian

    Johnathan Beukes said university theory provides necessary foundation but actual work builds true career anchor

    Source

    “The keynote speaker, The Namibian editor Johnathan Beukes, said while university theory provides a necessary foundation, the actual work of building a career serves as the true anchor in the industry.”

    Getting real about media
  4. March 2026

  5. The Namibian

    Johnathan Beukes was appointed editor of The Namibian

    Source

    “Newly appointed editor of The Namibian Johnathan Beukes says the printed version remains the backbone of the publication's revenue, despite its rapid expansion to digital and multimedia platforms.”

    ‘Print still pays the bills’

  6. The Namibian

    Johnathan Beukes said print continues to sustain the enterprise financially

    Source

    “Speaking to Desert FM on Friday, Beukes said while the media industry has shifted towards digital platforms, print continues to sustain the enterprise financially.”

    ‘Print still pays the bills’
  7. October 2023

  8. The Namibian

    Johnathan Beukes is accused of casting aspersions on the judiciary in an editorial

    Source

    “Beukes is accused of casting aspersions on the judiciary in an editorial titled 'No Confidence in Secretive Judiciary'.”

    Are Officials Undermining Geingob’s Media Freedom Promises?
Society

University of Namibia hosts media industry lecture day

The News

The University of Namibia's media society held a lecture day on "The Reality of the Media Industry" for over 50 students. Keynote speaker Johnathan Beukes, editor of The Namibian, discussed systemic challenges in traditional journalism, including competition from social media platforms prioritizing speed over accuracy, financial pressures as newsrooms compete with global tech giants, and recovery from Covid-19 pandemic impacts and declining advertising revenue.

5 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 5 May

  1. University of Namibia hosts media industry lecture day

    The University of Namibia's media society held a lecture day on "The Reality of the Media Industry" for over 50 students. Keynote speaker Johnathan Beukes, editor of The Namibian, discussed systemic challenges in traditional journalism, including competition from social media platforms prioritizing speed over accuracy, financial pressures as newsrooms compete with global tech giants, and recovery from Covid-19 pandemic impacts and declining advertising revenue.

    5 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 26 March

  1. Print revenue remains vital as Namibian expands digital platforms

    Newly appointed editor Johnathan Beukes says The Namibian's printed edition continues to fund the publication despite expansion into digital and multimedia platforms, though print circulation decline appears to be stabilising. Beukes plans to reinvest in print while growing digital reach and building a newsroom culture that prioritises both journalists and readers.

    26 March 2026 · The Namibian →

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