Ferial Haffajee

Ferial Haffajee is one of South Africa’s most respected journalists and moderators, celebrated for her fearless pursuit of truth and her trailblazing leadership in media. A former Editor-in-Chief of City Press and Mail & Guardian, she now shapes national discourse as Associate Editor at Daily Maverick. Ferial is a regular voice on South Africa’s top media platforms and a global speaker and Fellow of the Africa Leadership Initiative. Further, she is a acclaimed moderator for high-level discussions across politics, policy, and civil society. She’s also an award-winning author and press freedom advocate, bringing sharp insight and gravitas to every stage she commands.

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