Newly announced Board brings strategic oversight and sector credibility to South Africa’s Digital News Transformation Fund[Johannesburg, South Africa — 6 August 2025] South Africa’s new Digital News Transformation Fund has announced the appointment of its inaugural Board, comprised of a diverse group of respected media leaders. The Board is tasked with steering the R114-million initiative to strengthen the country’s qualifying independent publishers, including community and local-language outlets. The Fund is a partnership between Google and the Association of Independent Publishers (AIP), independently administered by Tshikululu Social Investments. About Tshikululu Social Investments (Fund Manager)Founded in 1998, Tshikululu Social Investments is South Africa’s leading social investment manager and advisor. The Association of Independent Publishers (AIP) represents South Africa’s independent publishers, advocating for media diversity and sustainability.