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| |  | NANCY DUSANI Across agencies, marketing teams, and communication departments, one question keeps surfacing: how do organisations attract and retain the next generation of talent when workplace expectations are changing so rapidly? Read |  | |
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| |  | ISSUED BY MANN MADE The Training Room Online (TTRO), a leader in experiential and simulation-based education, and UBU, an AI-powered 3D immersive platform, have officially launched Red Horizon, an AI powered 3D strategic simulation designed to transform how organisations, universities, and leadership teams learn, practice decision-making, and build future-ready skills... Read |
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| Marketing & Media |
 | Flash Gala’s digital campaign has reached over 100 million people globally, boosting brand recognition and reinforcing its position as a premium apple... Read |
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 | BRENDAN SEERY In this week’s Orchids and Onions column, Brendan Seery highlights a witty Castle Lite campaign that hits the mark, while a government misstep shows how quickly things can go wrong... read |
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 | KARABO LEDWABA While the “creepy King” was first retired in 2011 after years of surreal, plastic-faced appearances, the character has popped up sporadically in ads and stunts ever since... Read |
 | KARABO LEDWABA At the heart of the dispute is a simple but sticky question: what actually makes something “Mzansi’s fave”?... Read |
 | Metropolitan’s new campaign, Gogo Vivian and the Fam addresses financial planning conversations... Read |
 | ISSUED BY PENQUIN In an era where brands battle relentlessly for every second of consumer attention, Veronica Moleele, CEO of Penquin, one of South Africa's leading brand and communication agencies, is calling on marketers to embrace purposeful risk-taking as an essential strategy for success... Read |
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| Artificial Intelligence |
 | ISSUED BY ICANDI CQ Could storytelling tools help employees navigate complexity and create meaning in the age of AI?... Read |
| Branding |
 | The damage to Tesla’s brand value by Elon Musk's actions exceeded Brand Finance’s initial predictions... Read |
| CRM, CX, UX |
 | Over 10 years, this whitepaper has become the definitive barometer of loyalty in South Africa... read |
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 | The awards attracted entries from East, West, Central and Southern Africa, highlighting the brands that are truly connecting with their customers and driving meaningful business results... Read |
 | ISSUED BY SOCIAL PLACES Google Maps launched Ask Maps and Immersive Navigation on 12 March 2026, both powered by Gemini AI and will be coming to South Africa soon... Read |
| Digital |
 | ISSUED BY ARORA ONLINE From acquiring 3,000 applications for the initiative in 2023 to driving thousands of people across Africa to Kigali for the two-day event, Arora Online proves that influencer marketing remains an important digital marketing tactic in the B2B space... Read |
 | ISSUED BY BLUE ROBOT Egg studios, a new creative technology studio built by Blue Robot, has officially launched after 18 months of delivering interactive digital experiences for more than 50 brands across EMEA, APAC, and LATAM... Read |
| ESG |
 | ISSUED BY EAST COAST RADIO KwaZulu-Natal, it’s time to come together and walk in each other’s shoes. The 22nd Suncoast East Coast Radio Big Walk returns on Sunday, 17 May 2026, along Durban’s iconic promenade, bringing thousands of walkers together for a day of fun, community, and connection... Read |
| Exhibitions |
 | ISSUED BY HOMEMAKERS FAIR The Homemakers Fair returns to the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit from 27–29 March 2026, positioning itself not only as a leading consumer exhibition but as a strategic platform for brands, marketers, and industry professionals... Read |
| Film & Cinematography |
 | EARLE HOLMES, ISSUED BY AFDA The 19th Annual Saftas took place on at the Gallagher Convention Centre, bringing together the country’s leading filmmakers, producers, performers and creatives to celebrate excellence across the screen industry... Read |
| Marketing |
 | ISSUED BY JOE PUBLIC Dr Pepe Marais unveiled his highly anticipated third book, 'One Word: The Power of Simplicity in a Complex Business World', at Exclusive Books Rosebank on 12 March 2026... Read |
 | PIETER GEYSER Pieter Geyser, commercial director, Humanz argues that the modern CMO is losing strategic influence – not to competitors, but to procurement-led decision-making... Read |
 | LORRAINE LANDON Over the past year, CMOs worldwide have increasingly prioritised demonstrating media effectiveness and proving the value of marketing... Read |
 | ISSUED BY NEW GEN AWARDS The New Gen Trends in Marketing and Tech Conference is hosted by ‘The New Generation Awards’ and is proudly sponsored by Blue Robot Group... Read |
| Media |
 | EVAN-LEE COURIE Newly appointed managing director, Mohamed shares her vision for the platform’s future and the role Time Out can play in shaping how audiences experience South Africa’s cities... Read |
 | ISSUED BY DENTSU Dentsu X has launched the Creator Catalyst for Africa, strengthening its position as one of the continent’s most connected media networks... Read |
 | South African news organisations dominate the African list... Read |
 | ISSUED BY URBAN BREW STUDIOS Urban Brew Studios has strengthened its position as a leading force in African content production, securing two major wins at the South African Film and Television Awards... Read |
 | The SABC show Face the Nation will not be renewed when its contract comes to an end... Read |
| Online Media |
 | ISSUED BY BROAD MEDIA MyBroadband reaches a large audience of 4.7 million South Africans every month – and the majority of these readers are influential decision makers in their homes and businesses... Read |
| PR & Communications |
 | "The Golden Age of Strategic PR" is the World PR Day’s (WPRD) official theme for 2026... Read |
 | ISSUED BY CLOCKWORK BMW Group South Africa was awarded a Diamond Sabre for Superior Achievement in Reputation Management at the Sabre Awards Africa 2026... Read |
| Promotions & Activations |
 | ISSUED BY VARSITY VIBE After five weeks of early mornings, constant travel, and the hard work and dedication of our team, our first semester campus activations have come to an end... Read |
| Radio |
 | ISSUED BY HOT 102.7FM Multi-award-winning commercial radio station Hot 102.7FM now reaches an estimated 710,000 regular listeners, strengthening its commercial footprint in Gauteng, according to the latest BrandMapp research... Read |
 | ISSUED BY GAGASI FM March 2026 marks a monumental milestone for Gagasi FM as the station celebrates 20 years of servicing and connecting with people of KZN... Read |
 | ISSUED BY ALGOA FM Algoa FM is devoting almost a full year to the celebration of the 40th anniversary of its founding... Read |
 | ISSUED BY HOT 102.7FM Lloyd Madurai, founder and managing director of Hot 102.7FM, has been reappointed to the prestigious grand jury of the New York Festivals Radio Awards, one of the world’s most influential judging panels in audio storytelling... Read |
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 | KARABO LEDWABA A high-level roundtable will bring together podcasters, policymakers, regulators and industry stakeholders... read |
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 | ISSUED BY KLA The internet is no longer something South Africans switch on and off, it’s the infrastructure of daily life – the way people bank, shop, communicate, form opinions and unwind... Read |
 | ISSUED BY ON THE DOT Why leaflets still drive trust, planning and purchase... Read |
 | ISSUED BY BMI RESEARCH How does your brand shape up against your competitors? That’s what every brand wants to know. That, and how to grow what’s working and how to fix what’s not... Read |
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 | ISSUED BY THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY AFRICA On 25 September 2006, Disney Channel debuted on DStv (Channel 303) for the first time and welcomed viewers to a world of humour, music, friendship and feel-good fun, through iconic live action and animation series... Read |
 | ISSUED BY DUMA COLLECTIVE BBC Studios have announced that premium factual channel BBC Earth will launch in French language for the first time in Africa on Canal+ this April... Read |
 | ISSUED BY MEDIA DEVELOPMENT AND DIVERSITY AGENCY The Media Development and Diversity Agency (MDDA) is deeply saddened by the passing of Ntate Meshack Oupa Mosia, one of the three founding members of Soweto TV and former chairperson of the Soweto TV Board... Read |
 | ISSUED BY URBAN BREW STUDIOS As South Africans prepare for the Easter period, one of the most spiritually significant moments on the local calendar, faith-based content consumption continues to see a notable rise, presenting a meaningful opportunity for broadcasters and brands alike... Read |
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 | Online gambling surges across Africa; governments propose higher taxes to curb addiction and raise revenue, but industry warns it may drive underground betting... Read |
 | MAXWELL AKALAARE ADOMBILA Ghana rejected Johannesburg-based Gold Fields’ lease‑renewal bid and took control of the Damang mine... Read |
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 | TIM COCKS South Africa holds firm against US demands to break ties with Iran... Read |
 | Spar says the voluntary severance programme forms part of a broader set of structural initiatives designed to improve efficiency and restore profitability over the medium term... Read |
 | Consumers breathe easier with February 2026 CPI down to 3.0%... Read |
 | OLIVIA LE POIDEVIN WTO reform talks face divisions amid trade tensions, risking paralysis; EU may pursue alternative alliances like CPTPP to shape future global trade rules... Read |
 | Water risk is increasingly financial in nature, even for companies that do not consider themselves water-intensive... Read |
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 | CITE 2027 is the premier industrial technology exhibition in the Western Cape, connecting decision-makers, innovators, and suppliers across key sectors including agro-processing, transport & logistics, warehousing, boatbuilding, renewable energy, and security. |
 | Bringing together the full value chain. |
 | RE+ South Africa connects exhibitors with a highly targeted Corporate and Industrial audience actively investing in clean energy solutions. |
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Helen Keller "Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope and confidence." William Hazlitt "A gentle word, a kind look, a good-natured smile can work wonders and accomplish miracles." Willie Nelson "Once you replace negative thoughts with positive ones, you'll start having positive results." Jim Rohn "Either you run the day or the day runs you." |
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This is a strategic leadership role responsible for managing the University's media, communications, content, internal communication, and digital platforms. Read more >>Writes, edits and plans high-volume, evidence-based UFH news and research stories across print and digital platforms, while managing media relationships to secure positive coverage Read more >>Broad Media is launching an exciting new project. If you love the news and enjoy writing and doing research, this is a perfect opportunity for you. Read more >>Seeking a digitally savvy, strong administrative account exec, to join our client services team. Client-facing/well-rounded individual to manage and execute req. objectives. Illovo-Jhb Gauteng Read more >> |
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 | South Africa’s paper recycling rate climbed to 63.3% in 2025, continuing an upward trend from 60% in 2024... Read |
