What is Maroela Media?

Maroela Media is a very popular Afrikaans news website in South Africa. Launched in 2011, Maroela Media publishes news and a variety of other information in Afrikaans. In December 2019, the website had more than 2 million unique visitors. There is no doubt that this is the world’s largest Afrikaans news platform you should be visiting and read Maroela Nuus.

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Why is Maroela Media Popular in South Africa?

Maroela Media nuus is popular in South Africa because they are best known for their comprehensive, free content that not only informs readers of the latest news, but also entertains them with a hint of nostalgia, a sense of belonging and makes them part of a digital Afrikaans community.

“We cherish and promote Afrikaans because the language is so close to our hearts” – Susan Lombaard, Maroela Media’s Chief Executive and editor told Solidariteit in 2017.

How Do I Access Maroela Media Website?

You can access the website by visiting maroelamedia.co.za on your web browser. The website publishes stories 24 hours a day including weekends and holidays. The most popular content published on the website are press releases. Maroela Media also publishes other content such as spiritual articles, good news, recipes, sports news, motor and technology news, entertainment stories, Afrikaans words, Afrikaans expressions and language tips, headlines and many more stories that shape South Africa.

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Maroela Media App

Maroela also has a free application called “Maroela Media App“. The app is available for Apple and Android mobile devices. The app keeps the users up to date with the latest news, recipes, entertainment, books – free and in Afrikaans.

Maroela Media’s Radio Production House

There is no doubt that Maroela Media is one of the biggest digital media houses in South Africa. They also have their own radio production house called “Draadloos”. It provides program content for free to Afrikaans community stations. Maroela also offers training opportunities at minimal cost and promotes collaboration between radio stations in South Africa.

Maroela Media also has its own online gift shop, Die Koöperasie, where Afrikaans products are sold.

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