Who We Are
Built in KZN, publishing for African readers
Kairos Publishing is a South African publishing studio helping first-time authors, seasoned writers and organisations bring African stories to life. We focus on books that carry real work – social impact, policy, heritage, education and faith – into the hands of the people it was written for.
As the publishing arm of Kairos Media Group, we combine editorial craft, design, printing and communication so that your book is not just produced, but actually read. From heritage titles and community histories to project reports and thought leadership, we work in context, with respect for your story and your readers.
What Sets Us Apart
Publishing That Respects Your Story and Your Budget
We are not a volume-driven vanity press. Every Kairos Publishing project is treated as a long-term asset for your family, community or organisation. We keep our promises small and specific: clear timelines, plain contracts, transparent budgets and realistic print runs. With the wider Kairos Media Group engine behind us, we can move from manuscript to design, print and launch without losing control of quality or cost. That means your book has a better chance of being affordable, reprintable and actually reaching the people it was written for.
Our Future
Building Smarter Publishing Systems
At Kairos Publishing, the future of publishing is practical, data-informed and human. We are investing in ways to connect books with wider ecosystems – reports, campaigns, classrooms and digital platforms – so that each title works harder over time. By combining print, eBooks, audio, community launches and simple digital tools, we help authors and organisations keep their stories moving long after the first print run.
Why Choose Us
Craft, Care and Real Readers
Books and Projects We Focus On
For NGOs, foundations, public sector projects and alliances. We help you turn research, project work and community stories into clear, credible books and reports that support fundraising, advocacy, learning and long-term legacy.
For families, communities and local historians. We work with you to capture stories that might otherwise be lost – from coastal fishing families to township organisers – with careful context, respectful editing and strong design.
For professionals, educators and sector specialists. We support structured texts, handbooks and thought leadership titles that are easy to teach from and easy to read, with layouts and reference tools designed for real classrooms and workplaces.
Testimonials
What Authors & Partners Say
Our organisation needed a publication that combined research, stories and photographs. Kairos Publishing helped us shape the content, design a clean layout and plan a launch that reached funders, partners and communities.
They listened carefully, challenged us where needed and kept an eye on future reprints and formats. It felt like working with a partner, not just a supplier.
