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Mervyn Naidoo receives nomination for Standard Bank Sikuvile Award

The Daily News' Mervyn Naidoo has been nominated for a prestigious 2025 Standard Bank Sikuvile Journalism Award Image: Supplied Mervyn Naidoo of the Daily News is among the nominees for a prestigious 2025 Standard Bank Sikuvile Journalism Award. This recognition underscores Naidoo's commitment to storytelling, a craft in which he has excelled, delivering powerful narratives that resonate with audiences across South Africa. "I count it a great privilege and honour to be counted among some of country's leading journalists, who have also been nominated," said Naidoo Other accolades in his journalism journey includes Vodacom Journalist of the Year awards on two occasions; in 2022 for his engaging story on car culture, and in October 2024 for capturing the inspiring journey of a KwaMashu sailor and his all-women crew who triumphed in an international yacht race. His ability to weave tales—whether about local heroes, politicians, or the everyday triumphs and struggles of South Africans—demonstrates his passion for the profession. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Next Stay Close ✕ Throughout his career, Naidoo has embraced the nuances of narrative delivery, which he credits to his journalism studies and life's experiences. His dedication to honing his craft is evident in the articles he pens, engaging readers with compelling content that has garnered extensive attention on various social media platforms. Naidoo's contributions to journalism extend beyond writing; his leadership roles also includes various stints acting as News Editor, during his time with the Sunday Tribune. The Standard Bank Sikuvile Awards is organised by the South African National Editors' Forum (Sanef), has seen significant interest this year, with 437 entries submitted from across the nation, although slightly lower than last year's figures. However, judges noted an increase in the quality of submissions, particularly from the community media sector, which bodes well for the future of journalism in South Africa. This shift illustrates a sector that is nurturing talent and pushing the boundaries of storytelling.