Author, Journalist, Commentator & Content Writer

I am writing to highly recommend Bhekisisa Mncube, who distinguished himself as the Director for Speechwriting and Content in the Office of the Minister of Basic Education from July 1, 2014, to June 30, 2024. Mr. Mncube’s exceptional skill and dedication significantly contributed to the department’s communication strategies and public engagement, leaving a lasting impact on our ability to effectively reach and engage with diverse audiences.

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Mr. Mncube’s unwavering passion for the written word and his professional expertise have made him a highly respected member of our team. He is a published author and an award-winning journalist recognised for his impactful writing and insightful commentary. His ability to produce original, error-free content that resonates with readers is a testament to his exceptional talent and his deep commitment to his craft.

Bhekisisa Mncube is a Witness columnist. His award-winning column aptly titled Letter to Mahlamba Ndlopfu is published every Friday. The column has been published for over two years in its present incarnation. Mncube’s writing is refreshingly honest and well-researched. He has high respect for the art of writing and the English language.

He is a well-experienced writer. He did many works for me which he creatively presented. Every article possessed a thoughtful approach which other writers weren’t able to reproduce. I found Bhekisisa to be reliable, trustworthy and of high morals.

I am writing to provide a professional reference for Mr. Bhekisisa Mncube, who has served with distinction as a Senior Content Writer at MInsight Content Creation for the past three years. I am pleased to highlight his exceptional skills and contributions to our team, particularly in tourism content development.

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Mncube’s role at MInsight Content Creation involved creating and curating high-quality content that informed and engaged our target audiences. His work included an extensive array of writing styles, from thought leadership articles and website copy to advertorial content, press releases, and high-profile speeches for government ministers such as Lindiwe Sisulu, Deputy Minister Fish Mahlalela, and Minister Patricia de Lille, as well as C-suite executives at South African Tourism.

His adept ability to capture the essence of a subject has made him a key player in reporting significant events such as Africa’s Travel Indaba, Meetings Africa, and the Tourism Leadership Conference organised by the Tourism Business Council of South Africa (TBCSA). His coverage of these events has not only enriched our content offerings but also significantly elevated our company’s profile within the industry.

Beyond the scope of tourism, Mr. Mncube has demonstrated his versatility and depth by undertaking various writing assignments for other high-profile clients, including site reporting for the Bloomberg Africa Business Media Innovators Forum 2023, thought leadership for One.org, and crafting speeches (on my behalf) for the Vodacom Journalists of the Year Awards, where I act as a judge. His speechwriting capabilities, in particular, have been instrumental in articulating the voices and visions of industry leaders, earning him widespread acclaim.

Mncube is a consummate professional whose attention to detail and mastery of the English language ensures that his content is not only engaging but also impeccably crafted, free of errors and continuously aligned with our client’s strategic goals. His work ethic and dedication to quality have set a standard within our team, making him a go-to resource for our most critical and creative tasks.

I am writing to recommend Mr. Bhekisisa Mncube, who has been a distinguished columnist for The Witness newspaper since 2020. Over the years, Mr. Mncube has consistently demonstrated exceptional skills in journalism, particularly noted through his insightful analysis, depth of research, and mastery of language. Mr. Mncube’s contributions have enriched our readers’ understanding of various topics, showcasing his ability to dissect complex issues with clarity and precision.

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Mr. Mncube has always delivered high-quality work on schedule, which has been invaluable, especially during the demanding periods surrounding the provincial and national elections.

There are certainly a great many people who enjoy, for a variety of reasons, Bhekisisa Mncube’s weekly letters addressed to His Excellency Cyril Matamela Ramaphosa. One of which is that he displays that admirable trait of the Jews and Scots who are always poking fun at themselves rather than others. His column titled: “The great unwashed speak”, is priceless. Indeed, there is something rotten in the state of South Africa, and the people have spoken.

I am so happy that Bhekisisa Mncube won the regional leg of the 2020 Vodacom Journalist of the Year Award for his opinion piece. His “It’s raining master plans” was nothing short of genius. So terrifyingly true. He deserves to win the national title.