Join us

Welcome to the National Press Club! Below is a detailed guide and checklist to help you through the membership application process and ensure a smooth start as a valued member.

Step 1: Understand the membership categories

The National Press Club offers several membership categories:

1. Full membership

  • For full-time journalists or freelance journalists earning at least 75% of their income from journalism.
  • Once-off joining fee: R200
  • Annual membership fee: R440

2. Associate membership

  • For communicators, media liaison officers, public relations officers, and marketing professionals.
  • Once-off joining fee: R200
  • Annual membership fee: R660

3. Corporate membership Available in four tiers based on the organization’s size:

  • Corporate Bronze (1-10 employees): R6,655 per year
  • Corporate Silver (11-20 employees): R12,100 per year
  • Corporate Gold (21-40 employees): R24,200 per year
  • Corporate Platinum (41+ employees): R50,000 per year

4. Student membership

  • For full-time journalism students in their second or third year, and third-year public relations students employed in related fields.
  • Once-off joining fee: R200
  • Annual membership fee: R200

5. Retired membership

  • For former journalists, associate members, or freelancers now retired.
  • Membership renewal at committee’s discretion.

6. Honorary membership

  • Granted by the committee to prominent members of the media community.

7. Honorary president

  • Appointed by the committee in recognition of significant contributions to journalism or the Club.

Step 2: How to apply

  • Complete the online application form on our website:https://nationalpressclub.co.za/join-us/
  • Ensure all your details are accurate.
  • Include supporting documentation (student ID, professional credentials, etc.), if required.

Step 3: Processing your application

  • Applications typically take 3 to 5 working days.
  • You will receive an email notification confirming your application status and informing you of the payment process.
  • If additional information is needed, we will contact you directly.

Step 4: Welcome and communication

  • Upon approval, you’ll be added to our mailing list for regular updates, event invitations, and club news.
  • A welcome email will be sent detailing your member benefits, upcoming events, and ways to participate actively.

Need Assistance?

For any questions or support, please contact: secretariat@nationalpressclub.co.za

We look forward to welcoming you to the National Press Club community!