Political interference at the SABC? Surely not

[Rod Baker] NEWSWATCH: An anonymous letter addressed to the SABC board and acting head of news Jimi Matthews alleges there is political interference in the organisation, reports Mail & Guardian. Meanwhile, it seems ANC members have taken to social media to comment on issues, and sometimes trash those they don't like, reports Times Live, while Politics Web reports on the Star having to apologise for a Zille headline, and Andrew Donaldson has a maths lesson for you; no cheating, and have those calculators ready. 11 Dec 2012 07:15

Hacker halts three SA websites

A hacker has claimed responsibility for disrupting SA's Department of Social Development's website and hacking those of the National Planning Commission and the National Population Unit. 11 Dec 2012 06:29

Jacaranda FM blooms in Midrand

Jacaranda FM has moved to its new studio in Midrand, facing the N1 between New Road and Olifantsfontein, after 13 years in Centurion. 10 Dec 2012 12:05

Afrozaar

Afrozaar's Baobab team spreading the word for sustainable app ecosystems

[Issued by Afrozaar] Following the launch of their Baobab Suite (MBaaS) digital content distribution platform and app development framework for newspapers wanting to go digital, the Afrozaar.com team has not stopped promoting the need for a focus on mobile app sustainability. 10 Dec 2012 11:18

Mediamark

Reality radio driving awareness for brands

[Issued by Mediamark] Mediamark launched the Castrol Magnatrek promotion exclusively to Jacaranda FM for a third consecutive year from August to October 2012. 10 Dec 2012 11:16

Ndalo Media

Happiness at work leads to increased productivity and confidence

[Issued by Ndalo Media] It is not surprising happiness at work is linked to increased productivity, a significant decrease in sick leave and increased confidence. The December 2012 issue of Destiny magazine featured the findings following six years of extensive global research from the iOpener Institute for People and Performance (IPP). 10 Dec 2012 11:03

Ipsos

Half of ANC supporters worried about leadership issues

[Issued by Ipsos] More than half (53%) of adult South Africans and 52% of ANC supporters agree that the future of the ANC is uncertain because of the leadership issues within the party. Only two in every ten ANC supporters (19%) disagreed. 10 Dec 2012 10:58

NATIVE

The lean startup movement and the connected economy

[Angus Robinson, Issued by NATIVE] The rate of change is ever increasing. Consumers are adopting new technology faster than ever before and their behaviour and expectations are changing.Businesses have to respond. And there are two trends emerging that will help companies do just that - the Lean Startup movement and the connected economy. 10 Dec 2012 10:41

The Rand Show

Renewed focus on exhibitors gains Rand Show the GJBC's endorsement

[Issued by The Rand Show] For the third year in a row since the Rand Show's relaunch and repositioning in 2010, the Greater Johannesburg Business Chamber has given its full endorsement to South Africa's biggest consumer exhibition. 10 Dec 2012 10:31

Moving Tactics

A great year for Moving Tactics

[Issued by Moving Tactics] Moving Tactics started the year with the Cape Town division moving into a new office space, and has experienced exciting internal growth and success in accumulating a few high-profile and extremely sought-after clients. 10 Dec 2012 10:19

Gloo

Digital - an end to the traditional creative team?

[Issued by Gloo] The traditional creative team of Art Director and Copywriter, which has ruled advertising since television emerged as the dominant medium in the 1950s, is about to get the heave-ho. 10 Dec 2012 10:06

Gentlemen

Loot awarded at One Screen Film Festival

[Issued by Gentlemen] Gentlemen Director, Greg Rom, has been awarded Best Narrative Film at the 2012 One Screen Film Festival for his short film, Loot. 10 Dec 2012 09:51

Graffiti

Graffiti gives Jonty Rhodes pride of place with Regent Racing

[Issued by Graffiti] South African cricket legend Jonty Rhodes demonstrated that he's not just about wickets and runs when he recently joined the Regent Racing team as a co-driver in the Gold 400 - the final round of the Absa Off Road Championship - on the West Rand last month. 10 Dec 2012 09:19

Digital Fire

How high-end liquor brands can leverage the power of digital

[Issued by Digital Fire] High-end liquor such as whiskeys, cognac and premium brandy are associated with images of wealth and sophistication, but are often enjoyed by a wide array of people from all walks of life. By tapping into digital marketing these brands can expect to further cement and grow brand awareness while boosting sales considerably. 10 Dec 2012 08:57