BRUZZ is the media brand of the non-profit organization Vlaams-Brusselse Media vzw, established on April 20, 2016. It serves as the primary source for all things Brussels, offering news, culture, and entertainment through various platforms, including a magazine, website, radio station (FM 98.8), television channel, and social media. BRUZZ provides comprehensive coverage of current affairs, politics, sports, lifestyle, nightlife, theater, film, parties, events, food, and drink, making it the definitive reference for everything happening in the capital. (bruzz.be ) The central editorial team and media units of BRUZZ are located in the historic Flagey building in Ixelles. From this base, BRUZZ collaborates with individuals active in Brussels to deliver a contemporary media offering that caters to users both within and outside the city. The organization employs approximately 70 staff members, each a specialist in their respective fields. (bruzz.be ) In January 2026, BRUZZ, the Flemish Government, and the Flemish Community Commission (VGC) signed a new management agreement for the next five years. This agreement outlines BRUZZ's evolution into a robust digital platform for news, video, and audio by 2030. The focus is on enhancing journalistic quality to capture Brussels in all its diversity and to further establish BRUZZ as the dominant news medium in the region. Additionally, BRUZZ aims to promote Dutch as a bridging language in the capital. (bruzz.be ) In response to a 6.5% reduction in subsidies from the Flemish Government, effective from 2026, BRUZZ implemented a savings plan that included the dismissal of four employees and the discontinuation of the monthly culture magazine and label Select, as well as the music label BRUZZ Ice on radio, social media, and online platforms. Despite these challenges, BRUZZ remains committed to its core mission of evolving into a future-proof news platform for and about Brussels, with digital video, audio, and social media playing a prominent role, while maintaining linear television and BRUZZ Radio. (bruzz.be ) BRUZZ offers a weekly magazine filled with in-depth articles, commentary, and interviews from the city, along with cultural tips. Residents of the Brussels-Capital Region can receive the magazine for free, while those living outside the region can subscribe for an annual fee. The magazine is also available at various distribution points throughout Brussels. (bruzz.be ) For those interested in staying updated, BRUZZ provides newsletters that deliver news and cultural content from Brussels directly to subscribers' inboxes. (bruzz.be ) BRUZZ is dedicated to delivering high-quality, independent journalism that reflects the multifaceted nature of Brussels, serving as a reliable reference for anyone interested in the city's dynamic landscape.
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