About Africa Capital Watch
Africa Capital Watch is an independent regional news publication based in South Africa. Our tagline—Tracking capital, policy and power—captures what we follow: the flows of money, the decisions that shape markets, and the institutions that hold influence. We publish in English for readers across South Africa and for anyone with an interest in the region’s political economy. Our home on the web is africacapitalwatch.com.
Founded recently, Africa Capital Watch was created to fill a gap in rigorous, locally rooted coverage of finance, governance and public policy. We publish investigation, analysis and daily reporting that connects high-level trends to the people and communities they affect. We are a broadsheet in spirit: serious in tone, disciplined in verification, and broad in scope.
What we cover - Politics and governance: elections, policy debates, state capacity, public spending and corruption that affect citizens and markets alike. - Business and markets: banking, capital flows, corporate governance, investor relations, and the regulatory environment that shapes private enterprise. - Infrastructure and energy: large projects, public–private partnerships, utilities and the policy frameworks that determine long-term development. - Society and public interest: how economic decisions influence health, education, housing and everyday livelihoods. - Data and explainers: accessible deep dives that illuminate complex financial and policy topics using documents, interviews and public records.
Our approach We aim to make difficult subjects understandable without losing rigor. Our reporters, analysts and editors combine on-the-ground reporting with document-driven investigation. Stories are developed from multiple sources, primary documents, public records and, where appropriate, expert analysis. We distinguish clearly between reporting, analysis and opinion.
Key commitments: - Accuracy first: Facts are verified, at multiple points where needed. When errors occur we correct them promptly and transparently. - Evidence over assertion: We prioritize documents, named sourcing and verifiable data. Anonymous sourcing is used sparingly and only when it is necessary to protect sources or reveal wrongdoing that cannot be disclosed otherwise. - Context and clarity: We explain why a story matters for people, markets and public policy, connecting immediate events to longer-term trends. - Local perspective: Although our coverage speaks to investors and policymakers, our reporting centers South African communities and institutions.
Editorial independence Africa Capital Watch’s editorial decisions are made by journalists and editors in our newsroom. We do not let commercial considerations determine coverage priorities. Where partnerships, sponsored content or commercial relationships exist, we make those arrangements transparent to readers. Our journalism stands on its own editorial judgment.
Corrections and accountability Accountability is part of our mission. If we publish an error, we correct it promptly and make clear what changed and why. Readers who point out mistakes or offer additional information make our work better; we welcome scrutiny and will respond to correction requests in a timely fashion.
How we work - Sources: We rely on public records, interviews, leaked documents when necessary, data analysis and expert commentary. We verify independently wherever possible. - Reporting process: Stories go through fact-checking and editorial review before publication. For investigations, multiple editors typically sign off to ensure legal and editorial standards are met. - Transparency: When a story relies on a source that has a conflict of interest, we disclose that to readers. When limits exist—security or legal constraints—we explain them.
Contributors and voices Our team includes staff reporters, data journalists, experienced editors and a network of freelancers and specialists. We publish analysis from academics, practitioners and industry insiders when it adds depth and perspective. Opinion and commentary are clearly labeled and kept separate from news reporting.
Why this region matters South Africa is a financial and policy hub for the continent. Decisions made here—on regulation, investment, energy and public finance—ripple beyond national borders. That interconnectedness makes detailed, independent reporting essential. Africa Capital Watch aims to be the place where those stories are reported, explained and held to account.
Get involved We welcome tips, documents and leads from readers. Thoughtful critique and suggestions for coverage help us serve the public interest. Visit africacapitalwatch.com to read our reporting, subscribe to updates, and learn more about our standards.
Our promise We will pursue stories that matter to South Africans and whoever follows the region’s capital and policy landscape. We will do so with care, fairness and independence. Our work is public-minded: guided by facts, accountable to readers and committed to improving understanding of how money, policy and power interact in South Africa and beyond.