14 Apr 2025
Media24 appoints Raj Lalbahadur as CEO
Media24 announced today that it has appointed Raj Lalbahadur, currently the interim CEO, as CEO, effective 11 April 2025.
Says prof Rachel Jafta, chair of the Media24 board: “Displaying exceptional leadership, Raj has played a crucial role in stabilising and keeping operations focused in the wake of Media24’s recent major redesign.
“To protect the longevity of these streamlined operations, requires strong leadership and teamwork, outstanding business acumen and experience, as well as entrepreneurial flair and agility.
“I’m confident that under Raj’s leadership, Media24 will capitilise on emerging opportunities and growth in an ever-evolving landscape, while also remaining committed to the valuable role it plays in our society and democracy at large. On behalf of the board, we wish Media24 the greatest success.”
Says Raj: “I thank the board for their confidence in me and the opportunity to continue serving Media24. We find ourselves on the threshold of a new era in digital news operations, augmented by worldclass content production for books and television. Over the past few months we have established a strong foundation. With the support of the excellent management team, I look forward to cementing a viable model for digital journalism as we build a sustainable future for Media24.”
For more information, contact:
Egbert de Waal, Head: communication
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About Naspers:
Established in 1915, Naspers has transformed itself to become a global consumer internet company and one of the largest technology investors in the world. Through Prosus, the group operates and invests globally in markets with long-term growth potential, building leading consumer internet companies that empower people and enrich communities. Prosus has its primary listing on Euronext Amsterdam, and a secondary listing on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange and Naspers is the majority owner of Prosus.
In South Africa, Naspers is one of the foremost investors in the technology sector and is committed to building its internet and ecommerce companies. These include Takealot, Mr D Food, Superbalist, AutoTrader, Property24 and PayU, in addition to Media24, South Africa’s leading print and digital media business.
Naspers has a primary listing on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (NPN.SJ), a secondary listing on the A2X Exchange (NPN.AJ) in South Africa, and has a level 1 American Depository Receipt (ADR) programme which trades on an over-the-counter basis in the United States of America.
For more information, please visit www.naspers.com.
About the Mapungubwe Institute for Strategic Reflection (MISTRA):
Since its inception in 2010, the Mapungubwe Institute for Strategic Reflection (MISTRA) has assumed a leading position in long-term, strategic and transdisciplinary research through generating research and creating platforms for engagement. Our research, policy debates, convening power and scenario planning expertise have assisted in finding lasting and effective solutions to the challenges South Africa is facing.
MISTRA deliberates on socio-economic issues that have both a local impact and a global resonance. The Institute is founded by a group of researchers, academics, policy-makers and former governance practitioners.
MISTRA carries out research that addresses the country’s complex challenges, straddling issues of nation-formation, economic growth, social equity and South Africa’s global positioning. The research is conducted through a process of engagement and facilitation, drawing on the wide range of available expertise in the country and globally.
For more information, please visit www.mistra.org.za