Editor of The Namibian newspaper, discussing challenges in traditional journalism and strategies for print and digital expansion.
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The Namibian
Johnathan Beukes announced The Namibian will introduce 'Good News' pages in daily coverage
“At the same engagement, The Namibian editor Johnathan Beukes announced that the newspaper will be introducing 'Good News' pages as part of its daily coverage.”
Digital disruption squeezes mediaThe Namibian
The Namibian editor Johnathan Beukes described the DNA of social media platforms like Facebook, TikTok, and X as fundamentally flawed for traditional journalism
“He described the DNA of social media platforms like Facebook, TikTok, and X as fundamentally flawed for traditional journalism.”
Getting real about mediaThe Namibian
Johnathan Beukes said university theory provides necessary foundation but actual work builds true career anchor
“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 mediaThe Namibian
Johnathan Beukes was appointed editor of The Namibian
“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’The Namibian
Johnathan Beukes said print continues to sustain the enterprise financially
“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’The Namibian
Johnathan Beukes is accused of casting aspersions on the judiciary in an editorial
“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?The Namibia Media Trust board said digitalisation has transformed news consumption and advertising revenue, with global platforms competing aggressively and misinformation spreading faster than verified reporting. The Namibian newspaper announced plans to introduce 'Good News' pages highlighting positive community initiatives.
13 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia Media Trust board said digitalisation has transformed news consumption and advertising revenue, with global platforms competing aggressively and misinformation spreading faster than verified reporting. The Namibian newspaper announced plans to introduce 'Good News' pages highlighting positive community initiatives.
13 July 2026 · The Namibian →
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 →
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 →