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Kudos to FCB for flying the SA flag abroad

Leigh Andrews

FCB's often included in lists of top local agencies. Thanks to a report by CNN, one of its largest local initiatives is now being noticed overseas...

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Top tips for making 2015 your year for sales

Duaan Dekker

Sales is a tough game. It takes a lot to motivate yourself to get out there every day, make sales, and remain competitive in such a rapidly changing business landscape...

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Which businesses are under threat in 2015?

Tauriq Moosa

While everyone enjoys progress, it doesn't necessarily mean we'll be benefitting - discover the true impact of digital media...

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Digital
Why a translation app isn't the answer for your business

Ian Henderson

Every few weeks, another innovative new translation app is announced to help people around the world communicate. Waygo and Google's Word Lens let you hold your smartphone up to a sign or menu and get a real-time translation... read more>>
Better business integration extends CMOs' shelf life

Kevin Lourens, Issued by NATIVE VML

Gone are the days of working in isolation. Chief Marketing Officers (CMOs) are rapidly realising that their roles have extended way beyond advertising silos to true business integration impacting on bottom line results... read more>>
Education & Training
What's the ideal level and type of visual aids to be used in a keynote presentation?

Jonathan Curran

The content of a speaker's presentation and its running order, which includes the use of visual aids, is of paramount importance to delivering a successful presentation... read more>>
PR & Communications
[21 Icons - Season 2] Sandra Prinsloo
The acclaimed series 21 ICONS South Africa has featured the 21st and final icon of its second season: Sandra Prinsloo, South Africa's doyenne of the stage and screen... read more>>
Publishing
Do you e-read, or keep things strictly physical?

Leigh Andrews

It's always exciting finding out that one of your favourite authors has released a new novel... But what if it's only available in digital format, and you're a firm believer that a physical book is better? read more>>
Social Media
Which social channels are right for your brand?

Daniel Schmidt

With 2015 looming, consumers are sharper, harder to impress and less easily influenced than ever before. It's the digital age and 'the man on the street' is looking into a screen... read more>>
International
Ukraine TV lands in hot water over Russian pop songs
KIEV, UKRAINE: One of Ukraine's biggest TV networks faced the threat on Friday of being taken off air for filling its highly-rated New Year's Eve show with Russian pop songs beamed live from Moscow... read more>>
Data extraction - helping businesses see the bigger picture

Ritesh Sanghani

Today the rate at which data is generated has seen a manifold escalation. This data is generated both internally and externally... read more>>
'Small screens' prevent kids from sleeping: US study
Madonna in race row over Instagram pics; defaced Mandela image
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Government
Decrease in petrol price a "big relief", says minister
Energy Minister Tina Joematt-Petterssen has welcomed the huge decrease in the fuel prices, saying they will be a big relief to motorists and users of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and paraffin, especially in low-income households... read more>>
Tax hikes on the way
The tax committee under Judge Dennis Davis has submitted proposals to Finance Minister Nhlanhla Nene on how the Treasury can find R15bn in additional taxes annually... read more>>
2014 matric results released

More Matshediso

The matric class of 2014 has achieved a pass rate of 75.8%... read more>>
SARS has reached its limit of effective collection

Loane Sharp

In a new series of TV advertisements called "Paranoia", the South African Revenue Service (SARS) warns people: "We're closing in on you..." read more>>
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Lifestyle
John: a dignified and significant masterwork

Daniel Dercksen

If there's one theatrical experience that will change your life, it's DV8 Physical Theatre's spellbinding John. It is not only one of the most provocative and fearless explorations of male sexuality, but dares to state what needs to be said about the human condition... read more>>
Motoring
Opel Adam is a little beaut

Henrie Geyser: motoring editor

Under its stubby hood lives a minuscule engine not much bigger than a coffee-grinder but when it comes to driver-pleasing technology, customisation options and stand-out trendy looks the new baby Opel Adam is streets ahead of just about everything else on the road. read more>>
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People on the move
  • M-Net appoints Magic in Motion academy director - more info

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Jobs offered
Aerial Advertising Sales Executive - Johannesburg
Aerial advertising sales executive wanted Johannesburg - Work in the exciting world of aerial advertising that is gaining more and more momentum each and every month! Read more >>

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A fast growing SEM agency requires a dynamic SEO specialist to serve its international clients. The candidate will play a pivotal role, responsible for management and execution of SEO strategies. Read more >>

Operations Manager - Johannesburg
Africomm Media is ready to welcome another leaf to the family tree. Only apply if you are ready to change your life and the lives of people around through communications. Read more >>



New events to diarise
Social media marketing course
Lumico Academy - 21 Jan 2015 to 16 Feb 2015 Cape Town

WeChat training for businesses
Lumico Academy - 22 Jan 2015 to 18 Feb 2015 Cape Town

Online marketing boot camp
The Divine Project House - 22 Jan 2015 Somerset West

Reputation matters
PRISA - 27 Jan 2015 Randburg

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PRISA - 28 Jan 2015 Randburg

Creative writing for the media
PRISA - 2 Feb 2015 to 4 Feb 2015 Randburg

Quest 52 Reality TV Entry
XIV Travel - 3 Feb 2015 to 24 Feb 2015 Cape Town,Johannesburg

Social media marketing for business
Blue Magnet Digital Academy - 27 Feb 2015 Johannesburg

Tomorrow's Leaders Convention 2015 - Save the date
Tomorrow's Leaders Convention - 20 Mar 2015 Ekurhuleni (East Rand)

Public relations campaign - planning programmes
Provox Centre for Public Relations and Communicati - 15 Apr 2015 to 13 Nov 2015 Randburg,Pretoria

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