In today's fast-paced digital landscape, staying informed is harder than ever. The 24-hour news cycle often prioritizes sensationalism over substance, leaving us with headlines that obscure the real story and perspectives that are overwhelmingly tilted towards one part of the world. This creates division and makes it difficult to see the full picture.
Fresh News was founded to solve this problem.
From our base in Gauteng, South Africa, our mission is to present a clearer, more balanced view of world news. We intentionally curate and juxtapose sources from the Global North and South to provide a fuller, more authentic picture of global events. We believe that by offering diverse perspectives, we can help bridge divides and foster a global community that seeks understanding over polarization.
Our promise is simple: to help you See the Full Story.
Fresh News is guided by the expertise and principles of its founder, Solomon Mhlanga. For over 25 years, Solomon has built a distinguished career in high-stakes assessment management, a field where integrity, accuracy, and fairness are non-negotiable.
His experience is the bedrock upon which this platform is built:
A Commitment to Quality Assurance: As a Chief Marker and national SBA Moderator for the Department of Basic Education, Solomon was responsible for leading teams and ensuring the uniform application of complex marking standards across thousands of examination scripts and diverse institutions. This meticulous commitment to consistency and quality control is the same standard we apply to curating our news sources.
Expertise in High-Volume Data: His roles have involved managing and validating high-volume data streams, ensuring absolute accuracy and integrity in the results. This skill is central to navigating the vast global news landscape to bring you what truly matters.
A Foundation in Education: With a background as an Education Specialist and Head of a Commerce School, Solomon has a proven ability to simplify complex topics and make them accessible, a skill he once used to deliver broadcasts to public audiences on the radio.
This unique background in maintaining absolute consistency and adhering to complex guidelines is the core philosophy behind Fresh News. We are not just aggregating content; we are applying a lifetime of quality assurance expertise to the world of news.
Our Core Values
Our commitment to our audience is guided by five core values that inform every decision we make:
Honesty & Transparency: We are open about our mission and will always clearly identify sponsored content.
Respect: We engage with diverse viewpoints respectfully, fostering a space for constructive understanding.
Fairness: We strive to present a balanced view, giving voice to stories and perspectives from all corners of the globe.
Inclusivity: We believe the global conversation is richer when more voices are included.
Integrity: Our selection of reputable news sources is paramount to the trust you place in us.
As a solopreneur-led venture, Fresh News is currently driven by a singular passion for clarity and context. Our vision is to grow a team of curators and analysts trained in these same rigorous principles.
We are committed to our due diligence, curating news only from reputable sources and complying with all applicable laws and regulations to ensure a safe and valuable experience for our audience.
Thank you for trusting Fresh News as your guide to understanding the world.