Die Son's Explosive Growth: SA's Afrikaans Media Giant

Die Son's Meteoric Rise: A South African Media Story Imagine a newspaper that, in just over two decades, transforms the South African media landscape. That's the story of Die Son, an Afrikaans tabloid whose sensationalist approach has yielded both remarkable success and significant ethical questions. Its journey, from a Western Cape-focused publication to a national force, reflects a fascinating interplay between media strategy and public engagement. But how did Die Son achieve this explosive growth, and what are the wider implications for the South African media?...

July 7, 2025 · 4 min · 746 words · Ann Powell