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Source: © Omnicom Group The Omnicom Group announced its results for the quarter ended June 30 this week

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SA journalist named Best Thought Leadership Speaker

SA journalist named Best Thought Leadership Speaker

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The new look debuted this week. Source: SABC.

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The art of impact: How Kena Outdoor reimagined a national icon

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#WPRD2025 | Flow Comms Caroline Smith's 4 smart steps for PR graduatesCaroline Smith

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Record entries drive expansion of 2025 Effie Awards South Africa jury

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