Wendy Mathebula

Wendy Mathebula

Production Editor

I'm a Production Editor at Daily Sun, Media24, with over 15 years of experience in journalism and media. I excel in digital newsroom management, audience engagement, and content strategy across multiple platforms. I lead Daily Sun's production team, managing social media, digital operations, and website content. I drive traffic to digital platforms and social media channels, consistently expanding online audiences and delivering measurable audience growth. I'm proficient in leveraging AI tools within digital news environments and have successfully trained colleagues in these emerging technologies, positioning our team at the forefront of industry innovation. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Journalism and Media Studies from Rhodes University, with specialisations in Journalism, Politics, and International Relations. I've completed advanced certificates in Media Leadership and Management from Fraycollege and the University of the Witwatersrand.

Honors & Awards

Most Innovative Digital Product: Ask an Expert, WAN-IFRA Digital Media Awards Africa 2026, Best Social Media Initiative: SunGereza, Media24 Awards, Social Media Content & Campaigns: Daily Sun WhatsApp Channel, Bookmark Awards 2025, Video Content & Campaigns: Exclusive video interviews, Bookmark Awards 2025

Professional Afflictions

Daily Sun / Media24 – Current employer (Production Editor since February 2023) WAN-IFRA – Awarding body for the Digital Media Awards Africa 2026 Bookmark Awards – Industry recognition for digital media- Rhodes University Alumni – Journalism and Media Studies graduate - Former affiliations: Caxton Newspapers, SABC Radio, Unipress International