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Today's top stories
Sleazeball marketing... or not?

Janine Lazarus

On the eve before the world's TV cameras will be allowed for the first time into a courtroom to televise the trial of legendary Paralympian Oscar Pistorius, a dubiously innocuous marketing tactic on the part of a Cape Town bakery was called publicly into question.

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Attack the Goliath, be the David of PR agencies

Zimaseka Njomi

Journalists and traditional media organisations can no longer claim to own media communication mediums. We are no longer gatekeepers who filter what messages can reach whom, and when.

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Oscar trial - Media circus or fair reportage?

Marion Scher

As the world's media gathered today outside and inside the High Court in Pretoria, there are many questions in the public's mind. Is this fair? Is this not voyeurism of the highest order? Will it influence the outcome? Is it necessary?

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Advertising
New KFC campaign for Zinger Double Down
KFC has launched a new integrated marketing campaign to promote its Zinger Double Down, creating the character 'Gerrie Power' - 'the main man with a kiff plan' to mentor and teach men how to deal with any hot situation. Read more >>


HOW TO SUCCEED IN LOW-INCOME MARKETS

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Cannes Lions rewards MetropolitanRepublic with entry into hall of fame
Branding
New Oakley campaign - Disruptive by Design
Oakley has launched its 'Disruptive by Design' global brand campaign at Red Studios in Hollywood, attended by South African athletes, Bryan Habana and Greg Minnaar and launched locally at Design Indaba. Read more >>




CSI
Fundraiser for AlexFM
In support of the Alexandra Community Broadcasting Trust, known as AlexFM, Grant Thornton will host a fundraiser evening of a three-course meal; an art auction, presided over by local artist Bongi Dhlomo-Mautla and entertainment by musician, Vusi Nova on 6 March 2014 at its offices. Read more >>

TBWA\Hunt\Lascaris Johannesburg puts a smile on the faces of the Orlando Children's home

Issued by TBWA

TBWA\Hunt\Lascaris Johannesburg has joined the social movement for change and accepted their #RAKNomination from Standard Bank. Read more >>

Digital
Platinum Seed Digital Marketing acquires two new clients

Issued by Platinum Seed

Platinum Seed Digital Marketing is excited to announce the renewal of two of their accounts, Rémy Martin and Cointreau. Read more >>

MyBroadband growth continues - new staff appointed

Issued by MyBroadband

MyBroadband is continuing its rapid growth, and to support this growth the company has employed two new professionals. Read more >>

Events & Conferencing
Third annual Cape Town Corporate Games officially launched

Issued by Corporate Games

On Thursday, 27 February, Corporate Games South Africa hosted the official launch of the third annual Cape Town Corporate Games. In attendance was a number of high profile, regional based corporates and governmental leaders. Read more >>




Exhibitions
Gauteng HOMEMAKERS Expo comes of age

Issued by HOMEMAKERS

The Gauteng HOMEMAKERS Expo, held from 27 February to 2 March at the Coca-Cola Dome, turned 21 this year and celebrated a record-breaking 48,865 visitors over four days! Read more >>

Magazines
Invasions of privacy: time to fight back

Issued by Popular Mechanics

While a rapt world follows the Oscar Pistorius murder trial, with its impending evidence on cellphone records and Internet browsing habits, the March issue of sci-tech magazine Popular Mechanics explores the growing inroads on our digital privacy. Read more >>

Media
President Jacob Zuma calls on INMSA to support MDDA

Issued by MDDA

President Jacob Zuma addressed the audience at the launch of Independent Newspapers and Media SA under new ownership in Cape Town on Thursday, 27 March. Read more >>




BASA Awards now open for entry

Issued by Business and Arts South Africa

Entry into the 17th Annual Business Day BASA Awards, partnered by Hollard is now open to business and arts partnerships covering the period 1 January 2013 to 31 December 2013. Read more >>

Mobile
Lower interconnect fees benefit consumers

Mitchell Barker

Following months of talks between the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (Icasa) and the telecoms industry, the regulator announced that mobile termination rates in South Africa would drop significantly. Read more >>

Telkom says MTN, Vodacom working against SA's interests

Carol Paton

Telkom's chief executive Sipho Maseko accused MTN SA and Vodacom of acting against the best interests of the country by standing in the way of lower mobile termination rates while earning huge profits. Read more >>

OOH
Another award for Alliance Media

Issued by Alliance Media

2014 started off with a bang for Alliance Media as the Namibia office attended the PMR (Professional Management Review) Award function held on 3 February in Windhoek. Read more >>

Radio
Rise fm - new Mpumalanga radio station
Rise fm, a new Mpumalanga radio station, will reposition the station formally known as Mpower FM to better appeal to the vibrant and aspirational audience within the province. Read more >>


International

Siri gets a seat in iPhone-friendly cars
SAN FRANCISCO, USA: Apple announced that cars will roll out this year with CarPlay technology making iPhones helpful road-trip companions, complete with Siri sending messages on the driver's behalf. Read more >>

Android tops the tablet market says Gartner
SAN FRANCISCO, USA: Tablet computer sales soared last year with Android-powered devices dethroning iPads atop a booming global market, according to figures released by Gartner. Read more >>

'World's first' Bitcoin shop opens in Hong Kong
HONG KONG: A shop selling the virtual Bitcoin currency opened in Hong Kong amid fresh concerns grew in Asia over the currency's viability and security. Read more >>

WiFi in the sky set for takeoff

More International


Ornico new ad showcase

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Government

Amnesty forces update of models for credit risk

Amanda Visser

Credit providers will from June this year have to change risk models as the credit amnesty by government will mean that credit histories have been wiped out, say lawyers. Read more >>

ICT policy must include all South Africans
Government needs to review its policies and legislation on Information Communications Technology (ICT) to ensure that all South Africans have universal affordability and access to communications services. Read more >>

Communities urged to report rhino poaching activities
Water and Environmental Affairs Minister Edna Molewa has urged communities, particularly those adjacent to the Kruger National Park, to be vigilant and report any suspicious activities that may be linked to rhino poaching. Read more >>

Plan to boost SA's skills base

More Government news


New accounts

  • AFI appoints C.S.A to drive the media engine at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week - more info
  • FIVESTAR PR to represent Cape Point Vineyards - more info
  • Saatchi & Saatchi gets two brands from Mondelez International - more info
  • Sage appoints Idea Engineers - more info

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People on the move

  • RubiBlue appoints national sales manager - more info

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Jobs offered

Front-End Developer - Cape Town
We are a leading digital agency providing our clients with leading creative technology solutions. We are looking for a dynamic and passionate front-end web developer to join our team. Read more >>


Sales Consultant/Key Account Manager - Durban
BitCo's KZN office is looking for an enthusiastic, experienced account manager in sales. Read more >>


Online Ad Sales Executive - Cape Town
Mason Media requires a young, passionate, enthusiastic people person who is self driven, has a passion for sales and is hungry for money. Read more >>

Sales Representitive - Sandton
Student Brands is on the hunt for new talent. If you're looking to be in the print and digital industry and have a passion for selling we're interested. #StudentPower Read more >>

Digital Marketing Intern - Durbanville
We are looking for a bright and enthusiastic individual seeking to gain insight into the digital marketing function of a leading software development company based in Durbanville. Read more >>

Junior Digital Graphic Designer - Cape Town
Are you a graphic designer who wants to work for an innovative digital agency? Combine your design talent & love of all things digital and you could find a home at Techsys. Read more >>

Digital Project Manager - Cape Town
Work closely with a select internal project team of developers and testers to ensure a large messaging platform is delivered according to deadline, budgets, and scope of work. Read more >>

SEO Specialist and PPC Campaign Manager - Kyalami
WSI is looking to hire an SEO specialist and PPC manager that will manage PPC campaigns, goals, PPC budgets and be able to create comprehensive PPC reports. Read more >>

Junior SEO Trainee - Kyalami
Are you interested in the world of Google and digital marketing? Do you have report writing skills? WSI is looking for an ambitious SEO and PPC trainee. Read more >>

Social Media Community/Content Manager - Johannesburg
Artifact Advertising is looking for a passionate social media community manager and digital thinker to be a part of our growing social media and digital strategy department. Read more >>

Design Imagineer - Sandton
Busy brand communications company seeks a young versatile designer to bring a fresh eye to wide range of projects for a broad range of leading global and South African brands. Read more >>

Sales Representative - Pretoria
IOLProperty is looking to employ a dynamic and driven sales representative who will market and sell our online advertising product to the estate agency industry. Read more >>

Sales Executive - Publishing - Johannesburg, West Rand
Sales executive - publishing. Sales in print and digital media, new sales, maintaining and growing relationships with clients. Relevant sales experience in media. Excellent sales, presentation, communication and telephone skills needed. Read more >>




New events to diarise

Search Marketing Course Cape Town - 24 Mar 2014 to 26 Mar 2014 Cape Town
This course is an absolute must for website owners and marketers. We'll unpack all the best practice tips and trends of SEO, PPC (AdWords) and Search Analytics in just three days. Read more >>


Illustrated Infographics and Animation Workshop
Multidimensions - 26 Feb 2014 to 20 May 2014 Cape Town,Sandton

Bright Talks
Bright Talks - 6 Mar 2014 Cape Town

International Womens Day - "Inspiring Change"
Cape Chamber of Commerce and Industry - 7 Mar 2014 Cape Town

Advanced Subediting
12 Mar 2014 to 14 Mar 2014 Johannesburg

Reporting on Smart phone and Tablet
24 Mar 2014 to 25 Mar 2014 Johannesburg

Journo's Writing Gym
24 Mar 2014 to 26 Mar 2014 Johannesburg

Social Media Basics
Multidimensions - 27 Mar 2014 to 3 Apr 2014 Sandton,Cape Town

Elections Reporting
Institute for the Advancement of Journalism - 8 Apr 2014 to 9 Apr 2014 Johannesburg

Talking Straight in a Corporate Minefield
Ark Group Australia - 29 Apr 2014 to 30 Apr 2014 Sydney

Investigative Journalism
Institute for the Advancement of Journalism - 21 May 2014 to 23 May 2014 Johannesburg


Upcoming events

Southern Africa taking the BRICS Nation Lead - 4 Mar 2014 to 7 Mar 2014 Cape Town,Johannesburg
Southern Africa taking the BRICS Nation Lead in Events Industry Change. Introduction to international crowd management with world renowned, Prof. G. Keith Still. Brought to you by Magnum Events International. Read more >>


Personal Writing Coach Course
SA WRITERS' COLLEGE - 4 Mar 2014 to 29 Apr 2014 Countrywide

Grammar Skills for Beginners
SA WRITERS' COLLEGE - 4 Mar 2014 to 29 Apr 2014 Countrywide

Web Writing and SEO
SA WRITERS' COLLEGE - 4 Mar 2014 to 29 Apr 2014 Countrywide

Die tydskrifjoernalistieke kursus
SA WRITERS' COLLEGE - 4 Mar 2014 to 29 Apr 2014 Countrywide

Break through your writing barriers
SA Writers' College - 4 Mar 2014 to 29 Apr 2014 Countrywide

Compact Digital Photography
Vega School of Brand Leadership - 4 Mar 2014 to 15 Mar 2014 Johannesburg,Durban,Pretoria,Cape Town


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