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ABOUT ASSIGNMENT DESK

The World's Editorial Desk

Founded by Akashni Raghubar-Latchanna, Assignment Desk is an independent editorial bureau providing premium journalism, editorial consulting and multimedia storytelling to publishers, research institutions, universities, organisations and businesses across Africa and internationally.

Assignment Desk specialises in transforming complex information into compelling, accurate and engaging editorial content.

Our work spans science, technology, business, economics, policy, innovation, health, agriculture, climate, mining and infrastructure.

Whether commissioned to produce a single feature, an investigative series or ongoing editorial support, Assignment Desk delivers journalism built on credibility, accuracy and editorial excellence.

Mission and Vision

OUR MISSION
To become the world's most trusted independent editorial bureau by connecting exceptional journalism with the organisations shaping tomorrow.
OUR VISION
To redefine how organisations access trusted journalism by creating a premium editorial bureau and future editorial marketplace connecting editors with exceptional journalists.

WHAT WE DO

Assignment Desk provides:

Science Journalism
Business & Economics Reporting
Feature Writing
Editorial Consulting
Research & Fact Checking
Thought Leadership
Ghostwriting
Photography

WHY ASSIGNMENT DESK?

Assignment Desk combines editorial excellence with scientific literacy, business insight and international publishing experience.
Clients receive:
  • Trusted journalism
  • Editorial rigour
  • Fast turnaround
  • Global perspective
  • African expertise
  • Multimedia capability
  • One trusted editorial partner

WHO WE WORK WITH

Assignment Desk works with::

International Publications
Research Institutions
Universities
Science Facilities
NGOs
Corporate Organisations
Government Agencies
Conference Organisers
Think Tanks
Innovation Hubs

COMMISSION AN ASSIGNMENT

Editors and organisations can submit editorial assignments directly through Assignment Desk.

Each project begins with a clear brief before being researched, reported, edited and delivered to the highest editorial standards.

COMMISSION AN ASSIGNMENT
Akashni Raghubar-Latchanna Founder & Editorial Director

ABOUT THE FOUNDER

Akashni Raghubar-Latchanna

Founder & Editorial Director

Akashni Raghubar-Latchanna is an independent journalist, producer and editorial consultant based in Johannesburg, South Africa..

Her work has appeared in leading international publications covering science, business, economics, technology and innovation. She specialises in translating complex research into compelling journalism while building long-term editorial partnerships with organisations worldwide.