In this new four-part series in collaboration with the South Africa Media Innovation Program (SAMIP), SMWX tackles the question of race in the South African media.

In Episode 1, I speak to renowned journalist and lecturer, Pontsho Pilane, about ownership, framing and editorial control in relation to race. Pilane is also a member of the SAMIP Board.

The South Africa Media Innovation Program (SAMIP) is a multi-year media initiative the seeks to accelerate digital media innovation among independent media outlets in South Africa. The program provides funding and capacity building to organisations selected to participate.https://samip.mdif.org