Ola! Films

Mkhise hits the high notes in Vodacom's Durban July spot

[Issued by Ola! Films] Ola! Films firmly believes there is a place in the world for rotund men in shiny suits and plump-cheeked beauties poured into foolish frocks. That's why, when Draftfcb's highly entertaining Vodacom Durban July concept came round the bend, Ola! Films director Mfundo Mkhize was champing at the bit to be part of the action. 13 Jul 2012 11:55

Location-based services gaining traction in South Africa

Recent TNS research (TNS Mobile Life June 2012) found that there is a growing appetite for location-based services (LBS) among mobile subscribers worldwide, including South Africa. Jacques Swanepoel, MD of Cellfind, says that the technology is gaining traction for navigation, personal safety and entertainment applications. 13 Jul 2012 11:42

Blade wants Independent Newspapers broken up

Independent News & Media's South African operations should be broken up and not sold to a monopoly, SACP secretary-general Blade Nzimande said yesterday. He told about 2000 delegates at the 13th national congress of the SA Communist Party near Empangeni that they should be opposed to media monopolies. 13 Jul 2012 10:56

Morrisjones

A masterpiece for Debonairs Pizza

[Issued by Morrisjones] A charming new spot from Morrisjones portrays a young boy in art class mistaking the Debonairs Pizza Tower for the Leaning Tower of Pisa. 13 Jul 2012 10:54

The Wedding Group

Q & A with Nicole Allen, editor of Wedding Inspirations magazine

[Issued by The Wedding Group] Nicole Allen, editor of Wedding Inspirations, has seen this leading bridal title grow from a stylish, handbag-sized A5 to a gorgeous A4 that is truly world class. We asked her a host of questions about the magazine and the challenges faced by niche publications. 13 Jul 2012 10:28

[Biz Takeouts Podcast] 29: The state of South African media and marketing

Find out more about the state of South African media and marketing by listening to last week's podcast of the Biz Takeouts Marketing & Media radio show, which airs every Wednesday 5pm-6pm streamed live via 2oceansVibe Radio. [twitterfall] 13 Jul 2012 10:13

MEGAPRO Marketing

MEGAPRO facilitates the renewal of JD Group's investment in the SANSUI Summer Cup

[Issued by MEGAPRO Marketing] The SANSUI Summer Cup has grown in stature, attendance and success over the last three years. The JD Group has now renewed its commitment to the SANSUI Summer Cup. This year's event will again take place at the historical Turffontein Racecourse on Saturday, 1 December. 13 Jul 2012 10:09

Online radio stations still have untapped potential

Online radio stations offer marketing decision makers the potential to engage with consumers, despite the over-inflation of listenership figures for two of South Africa's prominent online radio stations. 13 Jul 2012 09:56

Social media: Marketing hype or business imperative?

[Anton Ressel] Social media for business is exploding. Everywhere one turns, it seems there is another online marketing specialist extolling the absolute necessity of a comprehensive social media strategy. A Facebook page, Twitter account, LinkedIn profile, Pinterest page...the list of requirements goes on and on. 13 Jul 2012 08:43

Mondi to acquire 93.4% of Nordenia

Paper and packaging group Mondi (MND) is to acquire 93.4% of the outstanding share capital of Nordenia International from funds managed by Oaktree Capital Management‚ LP and certain other minority shareholders for a total cash consideration of €240m. In addition‚ Mondi will assume €398m of debt and debt-like liabilities‚ implying an enterprise value for 100% of the company of €655m. 13 Jul 2012 08:25

Dark times for Light Church billboard?

[Rod Baker] NEWSWATCH: A billboard erected by the Light of Nations Church has been damned by OUT, the gays rights group, and others - including the general public - for seemingly implying to some that homosexuality is an "affliction", reports IOL. 13 Jul 2012 07:10

Independent newspapers up for sale

Independent News and Media (INM), the country's largest newspaper group, is up for sale, Business Day reported on Thursday 12 July 2012. 12 Jul 2012 12:36

Women, Real Architects of Society event to contribute to charity

'Women, the Real Architects of Society' conference will be held on 18 August 2012 at the SAX Arena in Irene Pretoria. Hosted by former Miss South Africa and businesswoman, Joan Ramagoshi Madibeng, the event will provide women an opportunity to network and celebrate womanhood, whilst examining key topics. 12 Jul 2012 12:07

Mann Made Media

Mann Made Media captures the King of SA Comedy

[Issued by Mann Made Media] When local comedy hero John Vlismas turned 39, he refused to let the experience of maturation pass without commentary or provocation. In true Vlismas style, he chose to celebrate with "38' Special", a two-hour comedy special at The Lyric Theatre. Mann Made Media was tasked with capturing this comedic feat on film. 12 Jul 2012 11:27