Friday, 9 November 2012, saw the first phase launch of Cecilia Square, the prestigious new commercial office development adjacent to the Paarl Mall on the N1.
Northlink College, one of the biggest public FET Colleges in the country, continued with its 10th anniversary celebrations by inviting local businesses, which have supported them over the past decade, to a business breakfast during October 2012.
The Brand Council of South Africa (BCSA) held its "Fight Night" debate at the TBWA Auditorium in Sandton on 25 October, where the controversial issue of free pitching was unpacked. The pitching controversy centres on the question of whether creative agencies need to produce unpaid creative strategies and ideas in order to secure the client, when other professions secure work on their track record, credentials and reputation.
After months of anticipation, the 2012 Liqui-Fruit Girl will be revealed in the brand's latest TV commercial, which premiers this evening on e.tv and DStv.
On Friday, 12 October 2012, South African retail fashion brand TFG (The Foschini Group) hosted a prize giving lunch for the top three gift card designs, following a call to design students at top local tertiary institutions to redesign its gift cards.
South Africa's leading Chardonnays were revealed at the 2012 Christian Eedes Chardonnay Report on 3 October 2012 at an intimate gathering at French Toast restaurant, Cape Town.
On Tuesday, 2 October, Estée Lauder Companies South Africa, together with the City of Joburg, illuminated one of the most notable landmarks in Africa - The Nelson Mandela Bridge.
The Radio Advertising Bureau South Africa (RAB) recently hosted its third annual RadioWorks Conference. Comments Zama Thango, RAB content specialist, "One of the most talked-about highlights was the 'must see' fun skits created by MCs Azania Mosaka and 'Ray-Ray' Mphande that played on the many misperceptions about radio. Thoroughly enjoyed by delegates. Must-see viewing!".
South Africa's only fashion show dedicated to menswear - the Men's Health Menswear Collection - took place in Newtown on Friday night, 21 September 2012. Guests were treated to a fashion spectacular and a sneak preview of some of the upcoming summer trends and ranges for men.