Description
Troublemakers: The Best of South Africa’s Investigative Journalism edited by Anton Harber and Margaret Renn is a powerful non-fiction journalism anthology showcasing award-winning investigative reporting from South Africa’s democratic era. Drawn from standout entries in the prestigious Taco Kuiper Awards, this collection highlights the role of fearless journalism in exposing corruption, fraud and abuse of power across politics, business and public life.
Featuring work from some of South Africa’s leading newspapers and investigative platforms, the book examines major scandals and influential figures while demonstrating how investigative reporting can hold the powerful accountable. The articles reflect the vitality of a press willing to challenge wrongdoing, often at significant personal and institutional risk.
As both a snapshot of South Africa’s evolving democracy and a tribute to watchdog journalism, this collection is particularly valuable for readers interested in political accountability, media studies and contemporary South African affairs. It is an excellent choice for those who appreciate hard-hitting journalism that reveals the deeper forces shaping society.
