South Africa's secret to creativity: Resilience bred out of adversity

[vanessa bosman] Vanessa Bosman, managing director SA for Just Design SA, looks at why SA agencies are in demand overseas...

#Exclusive: Dustin Chick: Enough of the OMGs – it’s time to ask, ‘what now?’

[Dustin Chick] In the turbulence of the 21st century, we find ourselves grappling with an ‘unprecedented’ level of instability...

Vaping, smoking, and PR: When marketing fuels harmful addictions

[Sasha Kupritz] Edward Bernays' work with the Torches of Freedom campaign in the 1920’s brilliantly demonstrated the power of PR to change public perception...

#BehindtheSelfie: Sunshine Shibambo, integrated director at The Racket Club

[Aa-isha Hassiem] Sunshine Shibambo discusses her career, the need for heart in advertising campaigns, and her dream dinner date...

How 2 African creatives won at Cannes Lions through trust and collaboration

[Karabo Ledwaba] Winning a Cannes Lions Award is the culmination of creativity, collaboration, and an unwavering commitment to excellence...

AI in Advertising: How AI regulation is shaping the future of advertising and its impact

[Jarred Cinman] The September AI in Advertising examines the state of regulation and all the legal issues that AI raises...

Huletts Sugar celebrates South Africa's Culture of Kindness - Gorilla

[Jordan Wallace] This Heritage Month, Huletts is celebrating small acts of kindness that weave together to form the shared Culture of Kindness that gives our nation hope...

Spekko Rice ignites consumers' curiosity with the #7Days7Ways campaign - Wine & Roses

[Kobie Richards] In a lightning bolt campaign, set to shake up consumer perceptions, Spekko Rice recently launched 7Days7Ways on social media...

MTN’s ‘unlimited’ offer hits a limit: ARB calls for transparency

[Karabo Ledwaba] In a recent ruling, the Advertising Regulatory Board (ARB) found that South Africa’s telecom giant MTN had misled consumers with its claim of offering "unlimited" calls and SMS on its SuperFlex plan, available for R299 per month...

#OrchidsandOnions: VW's romantic approach to marketing the latest Polo Vivo

[Brendan Seery] Brendan Seery discusses VW's latest marketing win and the Sunday Times' advertorial blunder...

AI in Advertising: AI - The most pressing challenge to the future of our industry

[Jarred Cinman] AI in Advertising is brought to you by the Association for Communication and Advertising. It examines AI and how it is changing the industry...

#WomensMonth: Vivian Ngalo - head of marketing at Glacier by Sanlam brings a fresh perspective

[Karabo Ledwaba] Vivian Ngalo is on a mission to inspire young women to find purpose in their careers by aligning their work with their core values...

#WomensMonth: Leadership Lessons from Laura Thomas: Empathy, Creativity, and Humility

[Danette Breitenbach] Author, and owner and founder of Salt & Candy, Laura Thomas gives leadership lessons this Women's Month...

Courtney Mocke, Joe Public: #WomensMonth - A reminder to honour the women in your life

[Danette Breitenbach] For Courtney Mocke, integrated strategist, Joe Public, Women’s Month is a profound reminder to honour and celebrate the incredible women in her life...

#WomensMonth: Deidre Lodwig, MTN United MD – One day we can stop fighting for our space

[Danette Breitenbach] Deidre Lodwig, managing director MTN United, a TBWA agency, looks at how women can eventually stop having to fight for their space...

#OrchidsandOnions: Showmax and Eric Cantona make a scene in the name of marketing

[Brendan Seery] Brendan Seery discusses Showmax's viral TV stunt with Manchester United football star Eric Cantona...

Miss Universe Nigeria: When seizing the moment turns into a PR nightmare

[Tlhogi Ngwato] To achieve the desired impact and visibility, newsjacking relies on timeliness and relevance to carry the story...

#WomensMonth: Manuela Dias de Deus on elevating South African creators

[Karabo Ledwaba] In just three years, Dias de Deus has turned the DStv Content Creator Awards into a powerhouse, connecting creators, brands, and agencies...

#WomensMonth: Edna Mohale-Maphita, head marketing Kenvue SSA – From chemical engineering to marketing

[Danette Breitenbach] Edna Mohale-Maphita, head of marketing at Kenvue SSA says she literally stumbled into marketing after wanting to study chemical engineering...

ABC Q2 2024 Newspapers: Dailies and local newspapers buck the general continuing decline

[Danette Breitenbach] The ABC has released the Q2 2024 circulation figures with newspaper circulation continuing its decline...