By NewsSA Online:
NewsSA journalist Katlego Rammusa has been nominated for the 2026 North West Media Awards, marking a significant achievement in his journalism career and recognition of his contribution to the media industry in the province.
Rammusa is among the journalists and media professionals recognised in this year’s nominations, which celebrate excellence across journalism, broadcasting, communications, digital media and content creation.
The 2026 North West Media Awards attracted more than 600 nominations, with 180 nominees selected to compete across 18 categories. This year’s awards also introduced new categories, including Podcast of the Year and Videographer of the Year, reflecting the changing nature of the media landscape and the growing importance of digital storytelling.
For Rammusa and NewsSA, the nomination represents an important milestone and highlights the growing role of online media platforms in delivering news and stories to communities.
The North West Media Awards have become a platform for recognising media practitioners who contribute to informing communities and strengthening the role of journalism in society. The awards recognise professionals from a range of media organisations, including community newspapers, radio stations, television broadcasters, online publications, government communication units and independent content creators.
Rammusa’s nomination is also a moment of pride for NewsSA, which continues to build its presence as a digital news platform committed to covering stories that matter to communities across South Africa.
The nomination process now moves into the next stage, with nominees expected to complete acceptance procedures and participate in the judging and public voting process as outlined by the organisers.
The winners of the 2026 North West Media Awards will be announced at the gala ceremony scheduled for 10 December 2026 at Sun City Resort near Rustenburg.
As the media industry continues to evolve, the recognition of journalists such as Rammusa underscores the importance of quality journalism and the role of media practitioners in keeping communities informed. For NewsSA, the nomination is not only a personal achievement for Rammusa but also a recognition of the hard work of journalists working in the increasingly competitive digital media environment. – @NewsSA_Online
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