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WDC turns from yellow to purple

Cape Town's reign as the World Design Capital 2014 has come to an end, and what a year it's been with a number of successfully launched projects. Tapei will be taking over the WDC title in 2016; purple will be the official colour.

The second season of 21 Icons of South Africa has featured its 12th icon, Pregs Govender, human rights and gender activist. Watch the video and learn more about this SA icon and what she's done for the country.

Last up in top story news, David Sylvester looks at three factors that will make or break your email marketing campaign.

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Today's top stories
[WDC2014] Cape Town shows off for WDC2014 convocation ceremony

Leigh Andrews

Cape Town's reign as the official World Design Capital city of 2014 has come to an end. Here's what you can expect as Taipei takes on the creativity chalice as WDC2016...

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[21 Icons - Season 2] Pregs Govender

21 ICONS South Africa featured the twelfth icon of its second season: Pregs Govender, human rights and gender activist who is widely respected as an individual deeply committed to the development of South Africa...

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Three factors that will make or break your email marketing campaign

David Sylvester

Email marketing has evolved from the 'spam age' and has since found its place as one of the most cost and time-effective marketing tools that can be used at the forefront of almost any marketing campaign...

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Advertising
Garmin launch their new brand campaign, 'Where Were You When You Last Felt Alive?'

Issued by Garmin

Garmin Southern Africa partnered with King James II for their new brand campaign running across digital and TV platforms. The TV component comprises of two TVC's which were shot and filmed using Garmin's very own Virb Elite action camera!... read more>>
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FCB Joburg, Coca-Cola South Africa head Loeries Official Rankings for 2014

Issued by FCB South Africa

FCB Joburg heads the Overall Ranking By Agency table of The Loerie Awards Official Rankings for 2014. Not surprisingly, its client, Coca-Cola South Africa, tops the other - the Overall Ranking By Brand table... read more>>
Promise packs an integrated punch

Issued by Promise Digital

The advertising industry is making a move toward integrated solutions, and it's a brave brand that is willing to challenge conventions and allow an agency to create real magic... read more>>
The evolution of Egg Films

Issued by Egg Films

As companies evolve from a business perspective, one needs to keep it real by having fun. Egg has been doing this in its own way through its unique take on the traditional film production offering and with its ever changing logos... read more>>
Design
Royalty to open Danish Showroom for Design, Architecture, Consumer Goods
As part of the WDC 2014, Her Royal Highness, Crown Princess Mary of Denmark and the Minister of Trade and Development Cooperation, Mogens Jensen will be in Cape Town... read more>>
Exploring the endless possibilities of electroluminescent wire - the world's only flexible lighting product

Issued by Firewater Group

Firewater Light, one of SA's biggest importers, manufacturers and distributors of promotional lighting products, has launched a bright and colourful new website showcasing one of its most versatile and popular products: EL wire... read more>>
Media
Galliova Awards announces 2014 finalists
The finalists in the 2014 Galliova Food and Health Writers' Awards have been announced across the two main categories and three affiliated awards... read more>>
The Mediashop's 'Coke Rainbow' claims Roger Garlick Grand Prix at the inaugural AMASA Awards ceremony

Issued by AMASA

The Advertising and Media Association of South Africa was honoured to host industry guests at the maiden AMASA Awards ceremony on Thursday, 16 October, at the elegant Summer Place venue in Johannesburg. read more>>
Fergus Sampson resigns from Media 24, Davidson as acting head
Mobile
How to make your mobile app go global

Ian Henderson

Putting mobile apps within reach of a global audience is one of the easiest steps companies can take to tap into the market of more than one billion potential online smartphone customers... read more>>
Exponential Interactive launches mobile and tablet solution, Appsnack, in South Africa

Issued by Exponential

Exponential Interactive, a global provider of advertising intelligence and digital media solutions, has announced the launch of Appsnack, its mobile and tablet engagement division, in South Africa... read more>>
Production
Director addresses Dookoom video backlash

Ruth Cooper & Sindy Peters

Since its release, Dookoom's music video for Larney Jou Poes has sparked all sorts of controversy. Afriforum has gone as far as laying a complaint with the South African Human Rights Commission citing both song and video as hate speech inciting violence. read more>>
Research
2014 Female Nation Survey results revealed
Women24.com recently released the findings of their annual Female Nation Survey, which called on women across the country to participate. read more>>
Retail
Queue management for retail: How to maximise your sales opportunities

Deyasha Sukdeo, Issued by Global Access

There is nothing as irritating to me as standing in a queue of a retail store, longer than my patience can handle - and hearing someone shout "NEXT!". I guess it stems from the reminder I get that I am just another customer - nothing special - and that I am being 'processed' along.... read more>>
TV
M-Net announces open pitch to industry
To provide fresh local content, M-Net Channel 101 is inviting production companies and format creators to pitch their ideas for an original unscripted show that will provide blockbuster television entertainment in 2015... read more>>
DJ's and celebrities celebrate at launch of LekkerTV

Issued by Jacaranda 94.2 FM

Jacaranda FM had a studio filled with South African celebrities, musicians, TV stars and media moguls when they officially launched LekkerTV in partnership with KykNet in Midrand... read more>>
International
Facebook offers 'safety check' for disaster areas
WASHINGTON - Facebook has unveiled a "safety check" tool to allow users to alert friends and family about their status in emergencies, a system it developed after the 2011 earthquake and tsunami in Japan. read more>>
UK internet trolls may be jailed for two years
LONDON, UK: People found guilty of internet "trolling" in Britain could be jailed for up to two years under government proposals, following a number of high-profile cases of abusive and threatening behaviour on Twitter. read more>>
Google profits fall as ad revenue declines
SAN FRANCISCO, USA: The rise of smartphone use to access the internet has slowed the number of clicks on advertisements and cut into profits earned by Google in the third quarter of the year. revealed. read more>>
More International
Government
No Ebola in SA, neighbouring states yet
The Department of Health has, in an update of the Ebola outbreak in West Africa, reported that there are still no suspected or confirmed cases of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) in South Africa or its neighbouring countries. read more>>
Zuma will maintain Parliamentary obligations
The Office of the President says a media report that President Jacob Zuma will no longer attend to his Parliamentary responsibilities is both incorrect and grossly misleading. read more>>
State seeks to build closer ties with media
President Jacob Zuma says government will establish a platform for members of the media and government to share ideas on a range of issues. read more>>
More Government news
Jobs offered
Advertising Sales Consultant - Johannesburg
Required to sell advertising space for an automotive performance and audio magazine and to attend motoring events occasionally during weekends. Read more >>

Graphic Designer and Layout Artist - Johannesburg
Required to design adverts and do entire magazine layouts and update company's social media pages. Candidate must be young, hard working and meet deadlines. Read more >>



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V2 celebrates Spring and Pride
V2 Productions - 25 Oct 2014 Johannesburg

Content marketing strategy masterclass
GM Learning - 28 Oct 2014 Johannesburg

E-commerce marketing workshop
Blue Magnet Digital Academy - 29 Oct 2014 to 31 Oct 2014 Johannesburg

Freelance breakfast
The Common Room - 30 Oct 2014 Johannesburg

Social media basics
Multidimensions - 19 Nov 2014 Johannesburg, Sandton

Photoshop basics
Multidimensions - 21 Nov 2014 Johannesburg

DMX Digital Marketing Conference
CADEK Media - 26 Nov 2014 Cape Town

People management skills for new managers
Alusani Skills & Training Network® - 27 Jan 2015 to 28 Jan 2015 Johannesburg

Managing accounts payable
Alusani Skills & Training Network® - 18 Feb 2015 to 19 Feb 2015 Johannesburg

Assertive communication skills for women
Alusani Skills & Training Network® - 23 Feb 2015 to 24 Feb 2015 Johannesburg

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Essentials of broadcast management course
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Wedding photography workshop
Vega School of Brand Leadership - 20 Oct 2014 Johannesburg,Durban,Cape Town,Pretoria

Search marketing workshop
Blue Magnet Digital Academy - 21 Oct 2014 to 23 Oct 2014 Johannesburg

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