Spreading Good News Since 2015

The Village News is a small, independently owned newspaper based in Hermanus that strives to share good news about the Overberg, its people and its businesses. Focusing on community-related stories and issues, The Village News covers municipal matters, shines the spotlight on new businesses and commemorates the milestones of established ones. Working together with longstanding clients and loyal readers, The Village News constantly strives to fulfil its role as the bearer of good news. The publication’s journalists, columnists, and photographers remain dedicated to serving the community with professionalism, passion, and integrity. A comprehensive media coverage spans across different platforms, including Facebook and the FLIPHTML digital version.

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About

About

The Village NEWS was established in 2015.

In 2017, The Village News was honoured with the prestigious title of Best Independent Newspaper in the country by the Forum of Community Journalists (FCJ). Since then, the publication's journalists, columnists, and photographers have continued to receive accolades from the FCJ, further validating the quality of its work.

Moreover, the publication has been fortunate to receive multiple awards from local entities, including tourism offices and Rotary International. These acknowledgements serve as a testament to a commitment to delivering exceptional news coverage and fostering a strong sense of community.

Including its print publication, The Village News is read by over 80,000 people around the world.

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“The Village News is friendly, welcoming, entertaining, educational, and consistent!”  Vanessa Gardiner
“I love reading The Village News when I get my hands on a copy!”  Jennifer Eloise

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