LEFT-CENTER BIAS
These media sources have a slight to moderate liberal bias. They often publish factual information that utilizes loaded words (wording that attempts to influence an audience by appeals to emotion or stereotypes) to favor liberal causes. These sources are generally trustworthy for information but may require further investigation. See all Left-Center sources.
- Overall, we rate The South African as left-center biased based on editorial positions that slightly align with a progressive perspective. We also rate them High for factual reporting due to proper sourcing and a clean fact-check record.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: LEFT-CENTER
Factual Reporting: HIGH
Country: South Africa
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rating: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Website
Traffic/Popularity: High Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
History
The South African, first established in 2003 by Blue Sky Publications Ltd, has evolved into one of the most-read websites in South Africa, with a readership averaging 5.7 million per month. Originally starting as a print edition targeting expats in the United Kingdom, it now operates entirely online, with its largest readership based in South Africa. The platform subscribes to the Code of Ethics and Conduct for South African Print and Online Media, which emphasizes truthful, accurate, fair, and balanced news.
Read our profile on South African media and government.
Funded by / Ownership
The South African is independently owned by Blue Sky Publications (Pty) Ltd and Blue Sky Publications Ltd, with no affiliation to other media groups, political parties, or religious organizations. The platform is funded mainly through advertising revenue.
Analysis / Bias
The South African reports local and world news as well as sports, lifestyle, culture, and business. Local news tends to be minimally biased without the use of loaded wording, such as this Driver arrested after knocking down cyclists in Glencairn. This story is properly sourced from the video of the event.
Editorially, they publish opinion pieces that favor a more liberal perspective, such as this The emotional cost of pursuing your passion in the black South African community and Red, White & Royal Blue: A fairytale queer love story! In general, The South African presents opinion with a slightly progressive perspective while news content is well sources and fact-based.
Failed Fact Checks
- None in the Last 5 years
Overall, we rate The South African as left-center biased based on editorial positions that slightly align with a progressive perspective. We also rate them High for factual reporting due to proper sourcing and a clean fact-check record. (D. Van Zandt 12/24/2023)
Source: https://www.thesouthafrican.com/
Last Updated on January 13, 2024 by Media Bias Fact Check
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