Judith Wittwer
Judith Wittwer is a prominent German journalist and editor, known for her role as the editor-in-chief of the Süddeutsche Zeitung (SZ). With a strong commitment to journalistic integrity and the principles of democracy, she has emphasized the importance of truthfulness in reporting. Under her leadership, the SZ has continued to uphold its reputation as a critical voice in German media, navigating contemporary challenges in journalism while remaining dedicated to enlightenment and social responsibility.
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SZ-Chefredakteurin Judith Wittwer stated that Europe needs new partners.
SZ-Podcast: Davos: Die alte Weltordnung wird nicht zurückkehren - Wirtschaft
Germany· 2026-01-22
Judith Wittwer commented on the ideological libertarians dominating the traditional meeting at the World Economic Forum.
News am Morgen - Nachrichten vom 19. Januar 2026 - PolitikGermany· 2026-01-19
Judith Wittwer, the editor-in-chief of SZ, praised the addition of Frauke Brosius-Gersdorf as a columnist.
In eigener Sache: Frauke Brosius-Gersdorf wird SZ-Kolumnistin - Ihre SZGermany· 2026-01-17
Judith Wittwer will continue as editor-in-chief of the Süddeutsche Zeitung after Wolfgang Krach's departure.
News am Abend - Nachrichten vom 11. Dezember 2025 - PolitikGermany· 2025-12-11
Judith Wittwer will continue to lead the editorial team as editor-in-chief after Wolfgang Krach's departure.
Wolfgang Krach scheidet aus der SZ-Chefredaktion aus - MedienGermany· 2025-12-11
Judith Wittwer will continue to lead the newspaper as editor-in-chief after Wolfgang Krach's departure.
Chefredaktor Wolfgang Krach verlässt die "Süddeutsche Zeitung"
Switzerland· 2025-12-11Judith Wittwer is the editor-in-chief of SZ who questioned the Chancellor during the liveblog.
Liveblog vom SZ Wirtschaftsgipfel - Trumpf-Chefin: „Wir arbeiten zu wenig“ - WirtschaftGermany· 2025-11-17
Judith Wittwer, the editor-in-chief, referenced the commitment to truthfulness in the first edition of the Süddeutsche Zeitung.
München: Steinmeier spricht beim Festakt zu 80 Jahren SZ - MünchenGermany· 2025-07-17
