We build investigative journalism in
the SADC region of Southern Africa
in the service of a free,
capable media and open,
accountable democracy.
We build investigative journalism in the SADC region of Southern Africa in the service of a free, capable media and open, accountable democracy.
Member Centres
We currently have six member investigative journalism centres – in Zambia, Malawi, Namibia, Lesotho, eSwatini and South Africa.
They are the leading independent, non-profit investigative
newsrooms in each of their countries. Some may be small, but
collectively they punch well above their weight.
Member Centres
We currently have smember investigative
journalism centres – in Zambia, Malawi, Namibia, Lesotho, eSwatini and South Africa.
They are the leading independent, non-profit investigative newsrooms in each of their countries. Some may be small, but collectively they punch well above their weight.
amaBhungane Centre for Investigative Journalism
The Investigative Unit of The Namibian
The Platform for Investigative Journalism
The MNN Centre for Investigative Journalism
The MakanDay Centre for Investigative Journalism
The Inhlase Centre for Investigative Journalism
News Feed
Read the latest investigative stories from our member centres.
Stakeholder Transparency
Investigative journalists demand accountability
and transparency from those they report on.
Expect it of us too.
See our annual narrative and financial
reports, who funds us, and more.
Stakeholder Transparency
Investigative journalists demand accountability
and transparency from those they report on.
Expect it of us too.
See our annual narrative and financial
reports, who funds us, and more.
amaBhungane Centre
for Investigative
Journalism
AmaBhungane (isiZulu for “the dung beetles”) launched as an independent, non-profit newsroom in 2010 with the aim of developing investigative journalism to promote free, capable media and open, accountable, just democracy. It’s hard-hitting exposés, including the #GuptaLeaks which helped bring down the South African president, have earned it international acclaim.
JOHANNESBURG,
DURBAN AND CAPE TOWN,
SOUTH AFRICA
The investigative unit, founded in 2015, has undertaken and published major investigations into corruption and the abuse of power. Its series on the FishRot scandal culminated in the resignation and prosecution of senior officials and politicians.
JOHANNESBURG,
DURBAN AND CAPE TOWN,
SOUTH AFRICA
Founded in 2020, the Platform is the youngest IJ Hub member centre. It has quickly established itself as Malawi’s pre-eminent investigative outfit, walking away with the Overall Winner, Investigative Story of the Year, and Electronic Media House of the Year prizes at the 2022 Misa Malawi awards.
BLANTYRE
MALAWI
The MNN Centre for open and democratic society.
Investigative Journalism
Founded in 2016, MNN is strongly living up to its vision to be the leading investigative journalism organisation in the Mountain Kingdom; promoting accountability and transparency; exposing corruption and wrongdoing; and promoting an open and democratic society.
MASERU
LESOTHO
MakanDay was established in 2016. It is geared towards investigative journalism that serves the interests of the public. From small beginnings, it has made a name for itself with its combination of grassroots investigations and strong analysis.
LUSAKA
ZAMBIA
Inhlase (“spark” in siSwati) registered as a non-profit in 2017. In Africa’s last absolute monarchy, a country where few dare take on the powers that be, it has been hard at work uncovering corruption and making it public. It aims to ignite positive change in the country.
MBABANE
eSWATINI
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