A comprehensive recent report, Weaponising the Law: Threats to Media Freedom in South Africa, paints a sobering picture of our current landscape: 50 percent of surveyed journalists in South Africa have faced legal threats directly linked to their reporting.
The global economy in 2026 is defined by a striking paradox where the artificial intelligence revolution has driven unprecedented capital expenditure, lifted technological manufacturing and fueled stock market highs. On the other hand, geopolitical conflict in the Middle East continues to strain energy supplies, disrupt global trade routes, and push living costs higher for millions.
frayintermedia has been selected by donor-funded storytelling initiative Africa No Filter to manage narrative development, content production, and social media engagement for Project Kilimanjaro—a major media series examining Africa’s cotton industry.
Social media has become a second battleground during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where millions of fans celebrate victories, debate controversial decisions, and share their opinions in real time. Platforms such as X (formerly Twitter), TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook have transformed the tournament into a global digital conversation. Fans no longer simply watch matches; they actively participate by posting reactions, creating memes, sharing highlights, and discussing every major moment as it happens. This has made social media an essential part of the modern World Cup experience.
When we talk about workplace pressure, it is easy to think of it as just a personal problem. But today, the media, like TV news, TikTok, and LinkedIn, play a significant role in how pressure is perceived. Every day, millions of people wake up, put on a brave face, and go to work. On social media, people love to show off how busy they are, posting pictures of their late-night coffee cups or talk about working on the weekend. This creates a bad habit where being exhausted is treated like a prize.
In today’s competitive world, a brand is more than just a logo, a product, or a service. It is how people feel about an organisation based on their experiences and perceptions. This is known as brand reputation, where a strong reputation helps organisations build trust with customers, employees, investors, and the public. Without trust, even the most successful businesses can struggle to maintain support and loyalty.