Three steps to writing well

[James Hurford] Often when people write, they're afraid to make mistakes and so they edit themselves word by word, inhibiting the natural flow of ideas and sentences. However, professional writers know that writing is a process consisting of numerous drafts, rewrites, deletions and revisions. 24 May 2012 09:50

Loeries deadline extended

Both the entry deadline and the eligibility period for the 2012 Loeries have been extended to 15 June 2012, meaning that all work must be commercially published, launched or aired to a substantial audience for the first time between 1 June 2011 and 15 June 2012. 22 May 2012 10:55

2012 CLIO Awards - SA winners

NEW YORK, US: The awards evening for the winners of the 2012 CLIO Awards, one of the world's most recognised awards competitions honouring excellence in advertising, design and communications, was held last night. Among the winners - out of more than 11 000 submissions from around the world, were a number of South African entries. 16 May 2012 12:31

Kenya's top ten advertisers in 2008

[Titus Kaloki] Amid the credit crunch and global economic downturn, firms are all trying to brace for a tougher future and this may only be achieved through intensive advertising using channels that offer value for money. In the year 2008, 20bn shillings were splashed by local firms on advertising. A big sum by any means. 2 Mar 2009 12:44

Ogilvy Kenya Board announces leadership change

[Carole Kimutai: @CaroleKimutai] The Board of Ogilvy Kenya has reviewed its senior management structure and dropped the position of group chief executive officer following the resignation of Koome Mwambia who until February 2012 held that position. 23 Mar 2012 10:55

NMG's 11 rules of political advertising

[Carole Kimutai: @CaroleKimutai] Kenyans are counting the months to a general election under a new constitution. Although a definite date has not been confirmed, all indications are that Kenyans will go to the polls in March 2013, at the latest. It will be the first time Kenyans will be electing senators and governors for their counties, in addition to members of parliament. There is no guessing that there will be fierce competition among candidates seeking various elective positions - including the presidency. 17 Apr 2012 13:00

Publicis opens doors for business in Ghana

Publicis Worldwide has announced the opening of a new agency in Ghana - currently alleged to be one of the fastest growing economies in sub-Saharan Africa. 9 Jun 2009 10:54

Koome Mwambia to exit Ogilvy Kenya

[Carole Kimutai: @CaroleKimutai] The Board of Ogilvy Kenya has announced that it has accepted Koome Mwambia's decision to take an early exit as CEO and director of the company. In a statement issued by the boards chairman, Bharat Thakrar, the board stated that the decision had been arrived at mutually, after various discussions between the parties. 5 Mar 2012 09:21

The past, present and future of advertising agencies in SA

[Warren Lodge] Advertising is not a new concept all at. Political campaign displays have been found in the ruins of Pompeii and ancient Arabia. Advertising as we know it is generally agreed to have begun with newspapers in the seventeenth century. Simple descriptions along with prices of products then served their purpose until the late nineteenth century. 21 Dec 2011 10:32

Start planning that Loeries trip

The 34th Annual Loerie Awards, which take place in Cape Town from 15-23 September 2012, have opened for ticket sales, accommodation and car hire. The two awards ceremonies are limited to 1500 seats per night, so early booking is advised. 26 Apr 2012 10:16

All roads lead to mobile marketing - social, shopping and CRM

[Staff Reporter] Mobile marketing, the be-all and end-all of targeted advertising encompasses many online avenues which include promotions, shopping, social media and CRM. Let's delve into some of these options and how they tie into mobile marketing. 23 Feb 2012 13:36

2012 Loeries entries open with category changes

A separate category for entries from outside of South Africa has been introduced to the Loeries, which has issued its 34th call to enter today, Thursday, 15 March 2012. In order to better promote the work being produced throughout the region, "Rest of Africa and the Middle East" will be judged separately to allow improved representation of all regions and offer greater exposure to each region's creative output. 15 Mar 2012 12:15

The mind of a Kenyan shopper

[Carole Kimutai: @CaroleKimutai] It is that time of the year - the season of promotions, raffles, freebies and sales. But marketers in Kenya have to work twice as hard because of high inflation that has seen the cost of living go up. Basic commodity prices have almost doubled in the last 12 months and consumers have been forced to dig deeper into their pockets and make tough choices when it comes to purchases. 12 Dec 2011 16:00