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About Us

HoseaBooks is a proudly South African publishing house committed to helping aspiring and established authors bring their stories to life. Founded by award-winning journalist, author, and communication specialist Hosea Ramphekwa, the company exists to empower storytellers, elevate African narratives, and deliver professional publishing services marked by excellence, creativity, and authenticity.

Driven by a deep passion for writing and storytelling, HoseaBooks offers a full suite of services that guide writers from concept to publication. Whether you’re dreaming of becoming an author, need help finishing your manuscript, or want to build your brand as a published writer, HoseaBooks is your trusted partner on the literary journey.

Our Vision

To be a leading African publishing house that discovers, develops, and delivers powerful voices and stories to the world.

Our Mission

To support and equip writers through world-class publishing, coaching, branding, and communication services—ensuring every story is told with integrity, impact, and excellence.

Our Founder

HoseaBooks was founded by Hosea Ramphekwa, a seasoned journalist, four-time published author, award-winning communicator, and content strategist with over 15 years of media experience. His work has been featured in prominent publications such as The Star, Sunday Independent, Cape Times, DRUM, KickOff, FARPost, and more.

Ramphekwa holds degrees from the University of Limpopo, Rhodes University, and the Indian Institute of Mass Communication in New Delhi. He has worked with leading media houses and organizations in journalism, PR, football, and publishing. His unique blend of storytelling expertise, mentorship, and media savvy makes him a powerful force in South Africa’s literary and creative landscape.

Founder & Managing Director

Hosea Ramphekwa

For over a decade and a half, Hosea Ramphekwa has carved a niche in the media and literary world as a journalist, communication specialist, author, ghostwriter, writing coach, editor, and publisher.
Hosea, who was in the employ of two of South Africa’s foremost media companies—Media24 and Independent Newspapers—has had his work published in a number of print and electronic publications such as The Star, The Sunday Independent, Cape Times, Pretoria News, Daily Sun, Sunday Sun, DRUM, KickOff, Joburg Post, and FARPost.
Born and bred in Tzaneen, Limpopo, Ramphekwa is a graduate of the University of Limpopo, Rhodes University, and the Indian Institute of Mass Communication in New Delhi, India (2010). He has published four books: Pitso Mosimane: Cry Baby or Misunderstood? (2025), A YellowBone With A Black Heart (2020), Wait To Be Seated (2017), and Gifted, Hunted and Haunted (2013).
His career is marked by a series of notable roles. From 2020 to 2022, he was a Freelance Journalist for KickOff magazine. Since 2020, Ramphekwa has been the Editor for Gospel247.net. Since 2019, he has been a Freelance Journalist for FARPost, an online football publication.
Ramphekwa has been the Creative Director and Content Writer for BizM8 Group since 2018. From 2016 to 2018, he was the Content and Multimedia Manager for Platinum Stars Football Club. Earlier in his career, from 2008 to 2016, Ramphekwa was a Football Journalist for Independent Newspapers Group. From 2006 to 2008, he was a Sports Journalist for Media24 (Daily Sun/Sunday Sun). He has also done freelance work for DRUM magazine.
Ramphekwa is also an accomplished author with four books. His literary work has been recognized with several awards. In 2016, he was named Best Inspirational Personality of the Year at the Mzansi Christian Awards, and he won the 2010 Prof. V.G. Desai Memorial Award at the Indian Institute of Mass Communication.
His expertise extends beyond journalism and writing. Ramphekwa's role as a PR and communication specialist involves crafting compelling narratives for clients, managing media relations, and developing strategic communication plans. His ability to adapt to the evolving media landscape and his dedication to storytelling have made him a trusted name in the industry.
Ramphekwa is also the founder of HoseaBooks, a dynamic publishing house. He is also the director of Athari Media, a multidimensional media, TV, and film production company.