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Google introduces its new logo
NEWSWATCH: You may have noticed Google looks a tad different today. The search engine giant is introducing a new logo that will eventually spread across all its products... read more>>

[NewsMaker] Claude Hanan

Louise Marsland

Claude Hanan is the co-founder of Superbalist.com along with Luke Jedeiken. Superbalist, formerly Citymob, is an online shopping style destination which was acquired by Takealot.com a year ago...

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The 'so what' marketing analysis on the growth of mobile in South Africa

Ben Evans

It's an obvious truth that South African mobile penetration is at an all-time high, but many still question what mobile can do for their brand - here are four pointers...

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A glimpse of the SA social media landscape in 2015

Michal Wronski

The annual Social Media Landscape Report, compiled by Fuseware and World Wide Worx, is being released in under two weeks and contains some highly impactful findings on social media usage in South Africa...

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Staying power: Going a few more rounds as independents

Mike Silver

A couple of months back I wrote an article on independent agencies and the temptation to cash in and get out...

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Loeries 2015 rankings, coming soon!
The Official Rankings for the 2015 Loerie Awards are set to be released soon, with the entry system remaining open until 7 September, to allow for changes to credits. Here's a little more info on how exactly the rankings work... read more>>
Biz Takeouts
[Biz Takeouts Lineup] 147: Creative Director at NATIVE VML on ideas vs execution
Tune in to the Biz Takeouts Marketing & Media radio show on 3 September 2015, from 9-10am, as show host Warren Harding chats to Christian Horsfall... read more>>
Marketing
How to use video conferencing for marketing

Charles Mburugu

In today's business world, video conferencing is becoming an increasingly popular way of staying connected. As technology becomes cheaper and easier to use, many companies are finding video conferencing to be a very efficient method for communicating... read more>>
How to power up your brand - The Powerhouse "Internet Café"

Issued by Powerhouse Advertising

Like a true barista, we craft brands to your target market's taste. Making a great first and lasting impression to tantalise your audience is essential for startups and growing businesses alike... read more>>
Advertising
[Orchids & Onions] Emirates scores, FlySafair takes a flyer

Brendan Seery

It's an airline-related set of musings this week... read more>>
Branding
Tiles that make a fashion statement

Issued by Blast Brand Catalysts

It's not every day that one thinks about tiles. With client Italtile, the creative team at Blast Brand Catalysts ponders little else... read more>>
CSI
Singing and shouting out the good local news

Leigh Andrews

There's no denying SA's been making headlines for all the wrong reasons lately. That's why Shout for a Safer South Africa, the NPO brainchild of local musos, Danny K and Kabelo Mabalane, is on a mission to give us back some positive punch by improving education opportunities in the land... read more>>
Celebrating the powerful women who grow tomorrow's leaders

Issued by HDI Youth Marketeers

In a bid to celebrate Women's Day, this year Pick n Pay School Club honoured the (often under-celebrated) powerful women in the educational system - our educators... read more>>
Education
2016 set to be the year for online tertiary education in Africa

Issued by GetSmarter

It's an exciting time for online tertiary education as Africa's top university, the University of Cape Town, endeavours to make more opportunities for lifelong learning available to working professionals... read more>>
Exhibitions
Cape HOMEMAKERS Expo - 20 years of exhibition excellence

Issued by HOMEMAKERS

The twentieth Cape HOMEMAKERS Expo, which took place from Thursday to Sunday, 27-30 August, at the CTICC, was an inspiring event attracting just over 38,000 visitors looking to create, decorate and renovate their homes... read more>>
Media
2015 Galliova Awards announces judges
The Galliova Food and Health Writers' Awards' organisers have secured a judging panel of foodie personalities that not only represent a cross-section of vibrant local cultures, but also have first-hand experience of five-star food journalism... read more>>
Mobile
This JMPD officer is on her way to becoming a viral star

Stuart Thomas

When Clive Naidoo was pulled over by the Johannesburg Metro Police Department (JMPD) and started filming, he would probably never have guessed that he'd turn one of the officers into a viral star. read more>>
Business transformation: The value of human capital

Yule Edwards, Issued by Mortimer Harvey

The telecommunications industry, particularly mobile telecoms, has been under severe pressure in the last few years, leading to consolidation in the independent service provider niche... read more>>
PR & Communications
21 Icons season three to feature Athi-Patra Ruga
On 6 September at 7:27pm on SABC3, the acclaimed short-film series 21 ICONS will feature the first icon of its third season: Athi-Patra Ruga... read more>>
Tenfour lights a fire with Jan Braai

Issued by Tenfour

Tenfour Media will be working closely over the next few months with the world's foremost expert on braais and braai recipes, Jan Braai... read more>>
Production
Canon is recognised with three esteemed EISA Awards for EOS and EF-lens products

Issued by Canon SA

Canon has received three prestigious awards from the European Imaging and Sound Association (EISA), highlighting the outstanding quality of Canon products throughout its DSLR and lens range... read more>>
Sponsorship
Optimize on the rise

Issued by Optimize Enhancing Effectiveness

Johannesburg-based strategic sponsorship agency Optimize has announced the 'signing' of Rory Oosthuizen as Commercial Manager, adding strength to an already award-winning team... read more>>
International
WPP acquires Thai agency
Grey Group, a wholly owned operating company of WPP has agreed to acquire nudeJEH, a leading award-winning advertising and digital agency in Thailand... read more>>
Netflix loses top films, Hulu gains in streaming deal
LOS ANGELES, USA: A big shakeup of online streaming catalogs has Netflix losing major films to Hulu in a recent deal. read more>>
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Business
Life events that require financial planning
It may surprise people to learn that some of the most predictable life events require financial planning... read more>>
People on the move
  • Marketing2theMax appoints new CEO - more info
  • Fancourt appoints new head of sales and marketing - more info

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Jobs offered
Digital Account Manager - Johannesburg
25AMThis experienced, strategic individual will be responsible for the management and growth of key digital accounts/clients based in Johannesburg. Read more >>


PR Account Manager - Cape Town, Johannesburg
Duo MarketingAccount managers required for tech PR agency in Cape Town and Johannesburg. Read more >>

Marketing and Store Manager - Luxury Brand - Cape Town
Luxury marketing and retail manager role at a dynamic retail store focused on luxury leather. Expand your retail experience, develop new channels for an exclusive collection and promote online retail. Read more >>

Traffic Manager - Johannesubrg
Traffic manager required for a small, fast-moving Sandton agency. If you are a team player, thrive on pressure and change; and have digital and social media experience, please apply. Read more >>



New events to diarise
Copywriting for Advertising Media - 8 Sep 2015 to 31 Oct 2015, Johannesburg
This course takes you through the process of coming up with the big idea and then translating that idea into both above-the-line and below-the-line media. Read more >>


Business Entrepreneurship and Franchise Expo
Thebe Reed Exhibitions - 10 Sep 2015 to 13 Sep 2015, Johannesburg

IBM Business Connect 2015
IBM South Africa - 15 Sep 2015, Johannesburg

Adobe InDesign's Digital Publishing Suite
AAA School of Advertising - 19 Sep 2015 to 14 Nov 2015, Johannesburg

Beginners' art course
AAA School of Advertising - 19 Sep 2015 to 28 Nov 2015, Johannesburg

International Public Relations
Millennium Conferences - 27 Sep 2015 to 29 Sep 2015, Johannesburg

How to market on a shoe-string budget?
Upbeat Marketing - 30 Sep 2015, Johannesburg

ITWeb Social Business Summit 2015
ITWeb - 15 Oct 2015, Johannesburg

The IMC Conference Johannesburg
IMC Conference - 2 Nov 2015 to 3 Nov 2015, Johannesburg

Marketing Analytics Conference 2015
Trade Conferences International - 4 Nov 2015 to 5 Nov 2015, Johannesburg

Upcoming events
Art Direction - Module 2 - 3 Sep 2015 to 3 Dec 2015, Johannesburg
This course is entry level for persons wishing to become art directors. The second module covers both the theory and practical elements of art direction. Read more >>

Illustrated infographics and animation workshop
Multidimensions - 3 Sep 2015 to 4 Sep 2015, Johannesburg

Customer experience management and design course
Brandlove Customer Experience (Pty)Ltd. - 3 Sep 2015 to 4 Sep 2015, Johannesburg

SEAexpo 2015
C-Major Productions - 4 Sep 2015 to 5 Sep 2015, Johannesburg

Change management
PRISA - 4 Sep 2015, Johannesburg

The Hook Up Dinner
The Hook Up Dinner - 4 Sep 2015, Cape Town

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