Mandisa Ntsinde takes reigns as new editor-in-chief at Zkhiphani

Multi-talented writer, content producer and music enthusiast, Mandisa Ntsinde, has been appointed as the new editor-in-chief for online youth platform, Zkhiphani.

Having been with the company since 2016, Ntsinde has embedded herself in the South African youth culture space and is driven to document the evolution of the South African entertainment industry.

Ntsinde was named as one of Mail & Guardian’s 200 Young South Africans in 2021.

“Being appointed as the editor is so thrilling and I am truly honoured that the team believe in my ability to lead this massive ship.  My job is to continue the great work we’ve been doing in culture and continue building onto the legacy and heritage of this amazing brand which turns 14 this year,”she says.“We will strengthen the platform as the authoritative voice in the youth culture space and continue the documentation of South African youth culture in a fresh and exciting way. It’s a new dawn.”

“It’s 2022 and it’s important for us as a brand to transform and evolve with the times and there is no one better suited to move this brand forward than Mandisa. It’s a big milestone for us as a business and excited for the new direction and changes she’s bringing to the role”, said Ally Fathana MD at Fresh AF.    

Mandisa Ntsinde took on the role as editor-in-chief early in January 2022.