Gauteng.News is committed to maintaining a clear separation between editorial content and advertising or sponsored material. Transparency and reader trust are central to our publishing standards.
Editorial Independence
Advertising, sponsorships, and commercial partnerships do not influence editorial decisions. Our journalists and editors operate independently, and all news coverage is guided by our Editorial Policy.
Advertisers have no control over:
- News selection or story angles
- Editorial tone or conclusions
- Headlines or publication timing
Sponsored Content & Advertorials
Sponsored content, advertorials, or paid partnerships may appear on Gauteng.News. When they do:
- Sponsored content is clearly and prominently labelled (e.g. “Sponsored”, “Advertorial”, or “Paid Content”).
- Readers are never misled about the nature of the content.
- Sponsored articles are visually and contextually distinguishable from editorial news content.
Advertising Formats
Gauteng.News may offer various advertising and partnership formats, including:
- Display advertising
- Sponsored articles or features
- Brand partnerships
- Event promotions
- Press release distribution
All advertising formats comply with applicable laws, industry standards, and ethical guidelines.
Acceptable Advertising
We reserve the right to approve, reject, or remove advertising that does not align with our values, audience expectations, or legal obligations. We do not accept advertising that is:
- Deceptive or misleading
- Unlawful or harmful
- In conflict with public interest or community standards
Transparency & Accountability
Our audience deserves clarity about who is paying for content and why it appears on our platform. Transparency in advertising helps preserve trust and credibility.
Questions or concerns regarding advertising or sponsored content can be directed to us via our Contact Us page.
Last updated: January 2026