Abstract
What is the status of women in South African media, both as providers of and subjects in media? The stereotypical representation of women in news is questioned against an historical overview of women as news providers. Not only is there a need to focus on gender in media, but also the position of black women in media. A new mindset in media offices must be reached before women can make significant progress as news providers and news subjects. A new definition of news is also necessary, and the need for a gender/diversity approach in the media classroom is suggested. Only once all these issues are addressed the female voice can respond equally to ‘ecquid novi?’—‘what is new(s)’?
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