| No Comment |  The International Media Summit, held in South Africa for the first time last week, brought together local and foreign media, Government and business in a unique forum which debated relationships between all, as well as the tone of reporting on South Africa and Africa. It yielded very interesting debate, insight and networking opportunities which made it all the more puzzling that some of the biggest media groups in South Africa were unrepresented. If the BBC, Reuters, GCIS and even independent journalists could make the time to turn up to address key media issues on the continent and participate and listen to debate, why not our own media conglomerates? Even Government communication services apologised for not being more involved this year and promised to rectify that next time round. The lack of further specialist journalism training and the high turnover of journalists at mainstream media houses was a concern raised by many speakers. A full report with recommendations emanating from the two days will be released later this year. To track this, log on to www.internationalmediaforum.com.
Enjoy! Louise Marsland, editor, editor@bizcommunity.com
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Lack of "consistency" in SA business reporting
Al Jazeera launching in SA 'within weeks'
'Govt has a problem communicating' - Pahad
SA's youth a notable influence market
Dedicated business channel for Africa
Western media portrays grim picture of Africa
Zuma: investors don't look at one man
SABC radio announces strategic appointments
World's most senior editors in SA
Tick Tock... it's all about time!
Key strategies for senior marketing professionals
Tabloid for the party animals
Top CNBC chief to address media forum
Forever in blue jeans
The changing nature of cyber crime
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Marketing | | SA's youth a notable influence market
The second annual Sunday Times Generation Next Brand Survey 2006 has revealed that South Africa's urban-dwelling youth constitutes a primary consumer market of substantial value, being responsible for an overall cash spend in excess of R6.454 million each month.
Loeries starting to do job for marketing
[Chris Moerdyk] Everyone involved in the now defunct Marketing Federation of SA (MFSA) must be squirming with embarrassment to see the Loerie Awards becoming more and more successful with every year that goes by. Because these were the people who claimed that the ad industry was incapable of organising the event and that without marketers running things, it would be a disaster.
Key strategies for senior marketing professionals
[David Nowitz] Business strategies form the basic foundation upon which a marketing strategy is built. No matter how successful a marketing strategy is, it can only reach its true potential if it is underpinned by a successful business strategy. As a person who has been in marketing for some time I believe that the more things change in marketing and business, the more the basics of strategy remain universal.
The 4 Ps of sustainable service success
[Vanessa Bluen] Most service initiatives focus on telling people what they already know instead of addressing the implementation gap between what we know versus what we do. The focus of the new generation of service interventions that are making an impact are those that don't undermine participants by assuming that their know-how isn't in place but focus instead on using training sessions as realistic service problem-solving sessions with a bias to action.
Direct marketing conference raises hot topics
In the first half of 2007, South African marketers look set to face tough new data privacy legislation that will change the way they reach and market to consumers. Understandably, this topic was a major talking point at this year's second Annual International Direct Marketing Conference, recently hosted in Johannesburg and Cape Town as a joint venture between Front Foot Strategic Consulting and the Direct Marketing Association (DMA).
Client to partner - how to make the shift - Actuate
 [Grace Harding] All industries are looking at building lasting relationships with clients. We hear it all the time - the shift from product push to identifying solutions, needs surfacing versus selling... blah, blah, blah.
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Advertising | | Award-winning international judges for the Eagles
 Two award-winning international creative executives will judge the Independent Newspapers' Eagles Print Awards 2006. They are Brazilian Átila Francucci and Tham Khai Meng from Singapore. Final deadline for submission of entries is 29 September 2006.
Joe Public Cape Town sets the record straight - Joe Public
Following the recent announcement of the merger of the Joe Public Cape Town and Johannesburg offices, Laurent Marty (Joe Public Cape MD) and Liezl-Mari Long (Joe Public Cape CD) have been inundated with inquiries as to the nature of the move. Joe Public South Africa's management has therefore decided it would be appropriate for the Cape Town team to comment and shed some light on the matter.
Volcano Advertising captivates audiences with Toys R Us Roboreptile commercial - Volcano Group
 Volcano Advertising recently created a riveting Toys R Us television commercial to drive sales for the newly launched Roboreptile, the next generation of robotic toys.
Ogilvy SA at peak performance levels
Ogilvy South Africa is experiencing a creative renaissance, according to CEO Nunu Ntshingila. "We haven't been top dog for quite a while, but this year's performance has put our overall performance right at the top of the Creative Circle awards table with a total of 11 870 points," she says. Ogilvy SA took three Golds, eight Silvers and 20 Bronzes at this year's Loeries.
Simon Waterfall the new D&AD president-elect
Simon Waterfall, creative director of digital agency Poke, was formally elected D&AD deputy president last week at the first meeting of the charity's 2006-7 board. Waterfall will take over the presidency once D&AD president 2006-7, Tony Davidson, has completed his term of office in September 2007.
Does advertising work? - The Jupiter Drawing Room
Companies rely increasingly on advertising agencies to position, package and present brands for public consumption, sometimes forgetting that all consumer touch points need to be covered. Renee Silverstone, CEO of The Jupiter Drawing Room (Johannesburg), says that although brands are primary and now counted in many companies' bottom line, advertising itself remains undervalued.
Grand Clio in Miami but only Bronze at Loeries?
The 9November group of companies submitted 11 entries for the 2006 Loerie Awards, all of which reached finalist stage and seven of them were converted into Loeries. "Obviously, we are pleased with our conversion rate," comments Charl Nel, director of 9November. "But what is interesting is the fact that our Afro Magazine, which won the first-ever Grand Clio for South Africa in Miami, a Gold award at the One Show in New York as well as a D&AD nomination in London, won a Bronze at this year's Loeries."
Keeping consumers guessing
 Road users in and around Gauteng, Cape Town and Durban have in the last few weeks been baffled by the presence of a number of green camouflage vehicles asking "Are you Green?" Branded by Graffiti, the 24 vehicles formed part of an impact teaser campaign aimed at generating interest and discussion around the recent launch of Unilever's new Lipton Green Tea and Lipton Ice Tea Green.
12 Loerie Grand Prix in 12 years
 Taking home a Grand Prix, three Golds and a Bronze for the 5FM integrated campaign 'Lonely Finger' has given Net#work the creative point edge it needs to maintain a succession of 12 Loerie Grand Prix over the agency's twelve year existence. Yet its proudest moment may have been winning the hearts and minds of the viewing public, who voted the Nedbank 'Shopping' commercial as their number one favourite in a new category - 'Everyone's Loerie Award'.
Lowe Bull gets top tally of golds and a Grand Prix at the Loeries - Lowe Bull
 Lowe Bullers left Sunday night's Loerie Awards in Margate, KwaZulu-Natal, with a spring in their step, thanks to a string of awards, including four Golds and a Grand Prix.
Obsessives only - the D&AD Annual 2006
 Referred to by devotees simply as 'the book', the D&AD Annual & Showreel - a permanent record of the best creative work each year - launches on 27 September 2006. This year, 19 South African entries will be included in The Annual, compared with 10 in 2005.
QView Media: the advertising opportunity everybody has been waiting for - Creationstation
If you thought queues were annoying, think again. QView Media is the advertising opportunity everyone has been waiting for, keeping customers entertained while they are waiting to be served.
Forever in blue jeans
 [Mike Abel] In Neil Diamond's classic hit, he begins with the lyrics "Money talks, but it don't sing and dance and it don't walk". He goes on to say that's why he'll forever be in blue jeans. These words have been plaguing me of late, since I chanced upon them some weeks back, hidden on my iPod.
Clientele Life refuses to withdraw commercial
 Despite complaints to the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) of South Africa over a new television commercial in which a family is involved in an explicit car accident, advertiser Clientele Life has indicated that it will not withdraw the commercial.
2010 branding and marketing for Cape AMASA meet
On Wednesday, 20 September 2006, Daniel Kustelski, business development, Octagon South Africa will discuss the FIFA World Cup as the premier sporting event on the global calendar and the new sponsorship model applicable to the World Cup in South Africa at the Advertising Media Association of South Africa (AMASA) meeting. Time: 5.15pm for 5.30pm at Winchester Mansions Hotel, 221 Beach Road, Sea Point, Cape Town. RSVP to Lee Anne Mostert at lee_anne@intekom.co.za or +27 (0)21 685 3838. Members are free, non-members R50 and students R25.
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| | | Mauritius Telecom reinvents the way you interact with your world - Interbrand Sampson
 Mauritius Telecom, the public telecommunications operator of Mauritius part-owned by France Telecom, recently launched a new sub-brand to revolutionise the company's core offering and comprehensiveness. Its chosen partner was Interbrand Sampson of Johannesburg.
New flavour for chicken experience
Fontana Famous Roastery has appointed branding and design consultancy Espiál as creative partner in the re-branding of Fontana Famous Roastery. This includes the development of a refreshed brand image, brand architecture, marketing communications, and the redesign and roll-out of a new, contemporary look for all Fontana stores.
Consumers' perception surprises in brand survey
Consumers' perceptions on what makes a brand "hot" or "cool" come from a host of sources and how they rate your brand depends on what they've heard, read or from and different interactions with the brand. "Top brands are built over time, but there is so much jostling for consumers' attention that you daren't blink or you could loose favour," states Ruth Golembo, MD of Lange Strategic Communications, who also says the current winners in the Sunday Times/Markinor Top Brands annual review holds some surprises.
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Cinema | | The best of European film
This year cinemagoers can look forward to filmic fare from 14 EU member countries at the free annual European Union Film Festival at Cinema Nouveau countrywide. Screened by Jameson, the 2006 festival kicks off at Jameson Brooklyn, Pretoria, 15 - 21 September 2006; moves to Rosebank, Johannesburg, 22 - 28 September; then to Cavendish, Cape Town, 29 September - 5 October; and finally concludes at Gateway, Durban, 6 - 12 October. The films range from gritty realism to fantastical comedy and all reflect some unique aspect of the countries and cultures from which they arise.
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Design | | Hygenix - there is no cleaner cloth - Design Oval
 Brand and design experts Design Oval have recently completed a packaging innovation for Unsgaard's new brand Hygenix.
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| | | The freedom to work anywhere, anytime
Vodacom and Dell have launched a laptop with an embedded 3G HSDPA card in South Africa. "To get connected, a customer will not require a separate 3G HSDPA card or software disk," says Shameel Joosub, MD of Vodacom South Africa. "Pairing the card with the extended battery life of the notebook means Vodacom customers have the freedom to work from anytime, anywhere."
Hello kills Loeries - Hello Consulting
 Hello hangover! Celebrations were the order of the day, as hard work, passion and a dedication to creating the right solution for their brands meant three Loerie awards for creative produced by Hello Computer, the digital division at Hello.
At last, a cure for colour blindness: Max OSX - Digicape Apple Centre
So you take the perfect sunset picture. You push your digital camera to the limit. The image, as far as you can tell from the tiny screen, is as filled with copious numbers of delicate yellows, soft pinks, hints of orange and, oh - is that just a little green - as it was in real life.
The changing nature of cyber crime
 [Christo van Staden] The Digital Age has given rise to a new breed of bounty hunter. While their modus operandi and equipment may differ substantially with that of their villainous predecessors, their motive is the same - immediate gain at another's expense...
Revolutionary conference webcast makes tourism history - Now Media Webcasting
Now Media Webcasting - a webcasting company based in Johannesburg, with business links in Canada and Australia - made tourism and conferencing history recently when it webcast all speeches and highlights of the two-day 37th annual Southern African Tourism Services Association (SATSA) Conference and AGM.
Out-of-home media trends - Imajinn
 At a time when consumers have become increasingly mobile and increasingly overloaded with information, dynamic out-of-home media is probably the last powerful way to reach a mass audience efficiently.
Sneak a peak at the Swimwear models
For a sneak preview of the Sports Illustrated Swimwear 2006 models, go to www.siswimwear.co.za. This official website is brought to you by Nashua in association with Motorola, offering viewers all the action from the photo shoot in Bali, including updating screensavers and movie clips. One lucky viewer will also stand the chance of winning two days in Swimwear paradise.
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| | | Get certified in entertainment law
The University of Johannesburg is now offering executives a certificate in entertainment law, which encompasses all fields applicable to the processes and persons involved in the creation of entertainment content, including copyright and broadcasting issues.
Comments from some of our customers - Cross Media Business School
Congratulations to the course facilitator Nick Delport and the co-presenters of Cross Media Business School for the journey into effective management; a course well-prepared and well-presented, that stimulated learner participation that obliged with excellent researched and written projects, as well as meritorious end results.
It's win-win for dealmakers on UCT course - Graduate School of Business
 The UCT Graduate School of Business (GSB) this October runs a short-course geared to provide dealmakers with the negotiating skills to turn tough stand-offs into win-win situations.
Comments from some of our students - Cross Media Business School
[Tshegofatso Blessing Sebapu ] I caught up with seven students in the college to find out what their experiences have been since they first arrived in January 2006. They were more than keen on speaking to me; it was almost as if they had been waiting for that chance for ages. At that stage I could only hope that they had more good things to say than to complain about.
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SoccerLife magazine announces its highest ABC figures since the magazine was launched in April 2004. SoccerLife was the first international male soccer/ lifestyle magazine to be launched in South Africa, and in association with FourFourTwo, the number 1 selling soccer magazine in the UK. The latest ABC figures are something to boast about.
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| | | When the line between promotion and programming blurs - H-Factor
The innovative partnership of event agency H-Factor and creative programming technology specialist TMGS Creative is changing the face of radio promotions.
Worldsport appoints Loudfire to produce events for BMW GS Challenge - Loudfire
 When Worldsport SA started gearing to organise BMW's third Great African GS Challenge 2006, the company again appointed events, parties and experiences company Loudfire to handle the event production for this mammoth motorcycle endurance event.
Are you in the skills development industry? - Vulindlela Communications
Gauteng Premier Mbhazima Shilowa will officially launch the province's Human Resource Development Strategy (HRD) next Tuesday, 26 September 2006, at a special summit at Gallagher Estate in Midrand, Johannesburg.
V&A gets new events venue
New multi-purpose venue Workshop 17, situated on the water's edge next to the Craft Market at the V&A Waterfront, will be operational from 1 October 2006. The venue will be adaptable to suit almost any occasion, from a five-star gala dinner to an intimate music concert.
United we stand - Gearhouse CTN at ISBT expo - Gearhouse SA
 The end of October saw the team at Gearhouse Cape Town feverishly putting the finishing touches to the striking Ortho Clinical Diagnostics Stand commissioned by Octopus Insight, a Nottingham-based production house working on behalf of Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics (a Johnson & Johnson company) for the International Society for Blood Transfusion (ISBT) exhibition running from 1 September 2006 at Cape Town International Convention Centre.
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Exhibitions | | Your Baby Show goes national in 2007 - Your Baby Show
Your Baby Show, Gauteng's leading pregnancy, baby and toddler expo, is proud to announce the birth of Your Baby Show Durban and Your Baby Show Cape Town in 2007.
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Magazines | | Jackie Burger takes over Elle editorship
 Style connoisseur, Jackie Burger, steps up as the new editor of Elle South Africa in December 2006, taking over from Jacqueline Myburgh Chemaly, who will be leaving to take up a consulting position. Says Erika Alberts, Johncom head of Consumer Magazines: "We are excited to welcome Jackie in the editor's seat. She has a deep understanding of the vision of the magazine and the fashion market."
Motoring hat-trick for Media24 with launch of topBike
 Automotive publishing is fast becoming second nature to Media24, when later this month it will venture into the world of motorcycling with the introduction of its next title, topBike. Recently acquired from Kemsley and Schoeman, topBike is Media24's third launch in the motoring arena in the space of three months, which kicked off in July 2006 with Max Power, followed by topCar and topMotor in August.
Book now to advertise in the PICA Awards Showcase 2006 - DeskLink Media
Once again DeskLink Media is producing the annual PICA Awards Showcase 2006 on behalf of the Magazine Publishers Association of South Africa (MPASA). The deadline for advertising in this prestigious publication is looming, so don't delay in reserving your space.
ZOO Weekly launches with 150 000 sample copies free with new FHM - UCM
 UpperCase Media (UCM), publishers of FHM, heat and now ZOO Weekly/Weekliks, has announced the launch of ZOO Weekly, with 150 000 sample copies distributed free with the November edition of FHM, on sale from 26 September 2006.
Mail & Guardian ungagged
The Mail & Guardian yesterday, Wednesday 21 September, won an important victory for media freedom in the Johannesburg High Court. Judge Suretta Snyders dismissed with costs an urgent interdict application brought against the paper by Maanda Manyatshe, the former Chief Executive Office of the South African Post Office (Sapo), and current head of MTN South Africa. Manyatshe last week sought to prevent the M&G from publishing a story detailing allegations of possible fraud, violations of tender rules, and contraventions of the Public Finance Management Act that took place while he was head of the SA Post Office.
Krew in demand! - Krew
Krew, South Africa's first weekly guy's magazine, has upped their print run and brought forward their launch issue on-sale date in light of the positive response they have received since launching to the media in mid August.
Finweek backs the Thuthuka Bursary Fund - Finweek
Finweek recently announced its decision to get behind the Thuthuka Bursary Fund, using its popular business breakfasts as a platform to raise money and awareness for this important cause. The partnership got off to an impressive start at a breakfast in Sandton last month.
Magazine making a song and dance
 As part of its added-value marketing initiatives and brand enhancement, Afrikaans lifestyle magazine Insig has compiled South Africa's first free downloadable album, developed in conjunction with local record label Rhythm Records. The album features 13 top selling Afrikaans artists, including Chris Chameleon, Valiant Swart, Koos Kombuis and Laurinda Hofmeyr.
Tick Tock... it's all about time!
 Launching the first quarter of 2007, Blue Planet Media's Tick Tock will be South Africa's first-ever consumer publication dedicated to watches and the individuals who are passionate about them. The launch will coincide with the CIBJO (World Jewellery Confederation) congress, being held for the first time ever in South Africa, in Cape Town.
New title raising the bar in sales
 "There are literally thousands upon thousands of salespeople in South Africa today, across a broad range of disciplines. Far too many individuals lack the skills to really do a professional job, however, and the consequence is that by and large, sales is not seen as a 'profession' but as a job that people are simply doing for now," says Brett Wood, publisher of new monthly magazine SalesGuru.
Who's who in interior design
The September/October issue of Built magazine is featuring a special section on who's who in interior design, with some of South Africa's best giving a hint of what's to come in 2007. Owned by Johnnic Communications, Built covers the architectural, construction, green industry and interior design disciplines. It has been edited by Paula Beezhold, previously of Johnnic's Computing SA, since 3 July 2006.
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| | | Reporting on "the other side of the moon"
[Issa Sikiti da Silva] Foreign media's coverage of Africa has systematically changed over the years - thanks to new technology, shifts in the political landscape and change of strategy - to report on more positive stories, even though doubt still lingers in many parts of Africa about foreign reporters' willingness to show "the other side of the moon".
Lack of "consistency" in SA business reporting
[Issa Sikiti da Silva] In the last 15 years or so, business media in South Africa has done a splendid job, remarked Mzi Malunga, BDFM Publishers MD, speaking at the International Media Forum held 20 - 21 September 2006 at the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg. But nevertheless, he said that some sections of business media lack consistency in their reporting. And many believe that this tends, one way or another, to overshadow their achievements.
International Media Forum recommendations
[Louise Marsland] In his summing up at the International Media Forum in Johannesburg last week, Caxton Professor: Journalism and Media Studies at Wits, Anton Harber, said the timing of the conference was "serendipitous" and had yielded true progress in building relationships. A full report and recommendations from the conference on the way forward will be released later this year. Harber underlined the key issues emanating from discussions.
Volkwyn in Boss of the Year finalists
The six finalists competing for this year's annual Boss of the Year Award have just been selected after a lengthy and intensive judging process and Primedia Broadcasting's Terry Volkwyn is one of the finalists.
Al Jazeera launching in SA 'within weeks'
The Arabic news channel, Al Jazeera, will be broadcasting from South Africa "within weeks". It will have offices in 12 African countries, which include South Africa and Zimbabwe. This was announced in Johannesburg yesterday, Thursday 21 September, by Nigel Parsons, the managing director of Al Jazeera International.
'Govt has a problem communicating' - Pahad
Government has a problem getting its message across. This was admitted yesterday, Wednesday 21 September, by the Minister in the Presidency, Essop Pahad, speaking at the first gathering of the International Media Forum in South Africa.
Dedicated business channel for Africa
CNBC Africa, part of the world's most successful business channel, is to start broadcasting on a dedicated channel from five African countries soon. In South Africa it will broadcast live from Johannesburg and Cape Town, said Zafar Siddiqi, chairman of CNBC Africa.
Western media portrays grim picture of Africa
[Issa Sikiti da Silva] Many African critics and politicians, including President Thabo Mbeki, firmly believe that despite making "some significant socio-economic and political progress", Africa's coverage by western media remains unfair, biased, sometimes inaccurate, unbalanced and too much focused on negative stories. This has emerged at the two-day International Media Forum, which started yesterday, Wednesday 20 September 2006, at the Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg.
Zuma: investors don't look at one man
Investors look to stability and growth in an economy and not just to one individual. So said Randy Walerius, Dow Jones editor of Enterprise Reporting for Europe, Middle East and Africa, at the meeting of the International Media Forum held in Johannesburg yesterday, Wednesday 20 September 2006.
Challenges in reporting on Africa
[Issa Sikiti da Silva] Foreign media practitioners were vehemently criticised by local experts about the way they are handling the continent's coverage at the International Media Forum, which started on Wednesday 20 September 2006, at the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg. However, when they were given a chance, they comprehensively spoke about the challenges they face in reporting African news.
Magazines take business onto the green
 Coinciding with the annual MoneySkills CEO Championship, Golf Digest and Finweek joined forces to publish the forth annual Golf Business supplement. The exclusive golf event, which saw some of the country's top CEOs competing, took place at Fancourt Golf Estate in George on 14 September 2006.
Community Press Summit around the corner
Hosted by the Forum of Community Journalists (FCJ) and the Association of Independent Publishers (AIP), the second Annual Community Press Summit will be held 28 - 30 September 2006 at the Intercontinental Sandton Sun & Towers Hotel, Sandton. A highlight will be the announcement of the winners of the Sanlam Community Press Awards.
World's most senior editors in SA
A dozen of the world's most senior editors have arrived in South Africa for the two-day meeting of the International Media Forum (IMF), which starts today, Wednesday, 20 September 2006, at the Sandton Convention Centre. They have been joined by top South African government, business and the communications industry leaders and will be addressing the question of how coverage of South African events can be improved.
Tabloid for the party animals
 Nightbiz Media is launching a national bi-weekly nightlife tabloid newspaper, entitled Nightbiz, for party goers, chasers and newcomers from every walk of life, in October 2006.
Publicity Update comes out in support of the PR industry - Newsclip Media Monitoring
Publicity Update has received an enthusiastic response from the professionals in the PR industry, as it exposes, educates and empowers.
Top CNBC chief to address media forum
Zafar Siddiqi, chairman of the newly created CNBC Africa, will be addressing the International Media Forum (IMF) later this week, explaining what has made the network add an African regional arm to its worldwide coverage.
Google News to appeal Belgian court ruling
Google is to appeal against a Belgian court ruling that states that Google is breaking the law by including headlines and links in its Google News service to online stories from Belgian media, reports the Mail & Guardian. For more, click here.
Joint web sports channel planned
NBC Sports and web broadcaster MediaZone, which is part of Naspers, are set to announce a joint Internet sports channel offering viewers a broader array of sports events worldwide, from rugby to big-wave surfing, IOL Technology reported last week. For more, click here.
FXI condemns court gagging of M&G
AllAfrica.com reported last week that the Freedom of Expression Institute (FXI) has been very disturbed to hear that yet another urgent interdict has been granted against the media, in this case the Mail and Guardian newspaper. Granted by the Johannesburg High Court, the interdict was sought by the CEO of MTN South Africa, Maanda Manyatshe, former head of the Post Office, concerning an expose intended to be published last Thursday, 14 September 2006. For more, click here.
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| | | Isolezwe voted young, exciting brand - Independent Newspapers KZN
 The readership of Isolezwe, the Durban-based Zulu daily tabloid, has rocketed to 644 000 a day, making it the most popular Zulu title in South Africa.
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| | | KRAZYBOYZ launches The Crazy Store web site - KRAZYBOYZ
The KRAZYBOYZ has just launched the web site for The Crazy Store. The site boasts promotional and news areas which allow this dynamic retailer to communicate to both the corporate as well as consumer market.
kalahari.net becoming a gifting destination
Online retailer kalahari.net is moving more and more towards becoming an all-round gifting destination, according to Gary Hadfield, CEO of kalahari.net. Part of this move is the addition of jewellery and watches to its online offering, backed by wholesaler Eterniti Jewellery.
Internet AdSales - 100+ quality publishers and growing... - Internet AdSales
Internet AdSales is proud to announce a new addition to its network of 100+ quality websites. Jobportal.co.za is a newly launched online recruitment service offering innovative services like SMS alerts to job seekers and is fast becoming a market leader.
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| | | Elevating the challenge of promoting the Currie Cup
 Primall Media, a member of Primedia Unlimited, is implementing a two-month mall advertising campaign for Absa, branding elevators in an eye-catching manner with the pay-off line 'My province, my passion, my game' to promote awareness of the Absa Currie Cup.
3DO Media secures exclusivity on Funny Home Videos - 3DO Media
 3DO Media has secured exclusive rights for Funny Home Videos usage in the narrowcast medium.
Cashing in on cans
Recently ComutaNet and Collect-a-Can encouraged communities and schools to collect cans for cash in an successful campaign in Gauteng and Pretoria. Targeting high density commuter venues, the promotion highlighted the need for waste management and educated communities on the cash-earning potential in collecting cans for recycling.
Tea time with Trinco at stations nationwide - Off The Wall
 Trinco Tea has recently embarked on a nationwide train station campaign with Off The Wall and Samplex that includes A1 posters, platform boards and interactive promotions, as well as 30 second screen commercials.
Silhouetted against the skyline
Agri business Afgri commissioned Big Door to paint one of the silos at its Kaalfontein retail outlet, visible from the R21 highway. The branding forms part of Afgri's rebranding programme, under which retail outlet brands like OTK, Natalagri and LK will all be united under the Afgri brand. "Commuters between the rebranded Johannesburg International Airport (OR Tambo) and Pretoria (Tshwane), as well as air travellers, have all reported a clear view of the Afgri brand on the silo," says Wessel Hamman of Big Door.
Bringing lite to Childline
 Primedia Outdoor is donating exposure on available PRIMELites and Consumer Ads in Gauteng to Childline's Gauteng awareness campaign, while staff are dedicating personal time to the charity. Under consideration is a national campaign on billboards and Consumer Ads. "While meeting the needs of clients and employees is crucial, Primedia Outdoor also recognises the importance of attending to the needs of the communities in which it functions", says Dashni Naidu, Primedia Outdoor marketing manager.
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Production | | Experiencing the historic Pilsen brewery
Platypus Productions recently spent three days filming at the Pilsner Urquell Brewery in Pilsen in the Czech Republic, the historic home of the amber brew. Hired by client Ogilvy to develop an interactive, virtual reality-style application to bring the brewery experience back to South Africa, Platypus partner and film director Stanley Edwards and crew filmed the length and breadth of the ancient brewery.
Clearwater returns from the Loeries 'completely inspired' - Clearwater
 Three of Clearwater's management team headed off to the Loeries, armed with three nominations and more than three suitcases full of the clothes a girl needs when attending a massive 48-hour party.
Mother City cashing in with Bollywood
 The shooting of a multi-million rand Bollywood movie, Cash, in Cape Town has been facilitated by South African Tourism and Cape Town Routes Unlimited, together with the Cape Film Commission, in line with their strategy to position South Africa as a leading destination for the global film industry.
Masters & Savant's Loerie winning partnerships - Masters & Savant
 Masters and Savant's success at this year's Loeries Awards can be attributed to its winning partnerships with some of South Africa's best advertising agencies.
Fresh Eye director proud of Cell C crop circle Loerie win - Fresh Eye Film Productions
 When Jonathan Parkinson from Fresh Eye Film Productions teamed up with Net#work BBDO to pull off an April Fools' joke advertising campaign for Cell C, he did not realise just how popular it would be with the 2006 Loerie judges.
"Loeries vote rigged" - Wicked Pixels
 It's no surprise that Wicked Pixels takes Gold for Animation Craft at The Loeries Awards 2006, but was the vote rigged?
Ten animated tips to boost retail ads - Masters & Savant
Animated commercials will be the best bet for retailers to boost sales this summer and Christmas. Animation studio Masters & Savant's creative director Roger Smythe gives ten reasons why animated commercials enhance retail ads and hit the consumer on target.
The sky's no limit for Fresh Eye's young director - Fresh Eye Film Productions
 The latest adrenaline pumping commercial for Tracker shows a 14km stack of cars to represent the number of stolen vehicles recovered by the company. The commercial was a great technical feat for Fresh Eye director Amy Allais.
Solid PDA, Sunrise Productions merge
Solid PDA and Sunrise Productions recently announced that they will be joining forces, with the Solid PDA team to move across Cape Town to Sunrise's Westlake studio. The two computer animation houses have been sharing work and ideas for the past 18 months and Solid PDA MD, Brad Stilwell, described the merging of the two companies as a "natural and extremely exciting progression." Sunrise is currently working with US-based Animated Family Films in co-producing a feature-length movie called An African Tale.
Upping the Flint, Flame game in SA
The Refinery Johanneburg has acquired the latest versions of AutoDesk Discreet's new Flint and Flame technology (v9.5). Both systems have been fully operational since the beginning of September 2006 and are available for freelance hire. Says Colin Goldridge, senior engineer, The Refinery, "These two products are specifically designed for multi-format post production. With these two combined products we are able to maximise the quality and efficiency on any type of project."
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| | | Communicating strategy as a listed company
[James Sey] Why are companies so reluctant to talk about their strategy? Traditionally, communication for corporations, especially those which are listed on the stock exchange, has focused on the tangible outcomes of business dealings and attempts to create and represent a corporate brand and its associated values.
Predictive Communications appoints Carmen Katz to writing team - Predictive Communications
 Carmen Katz has joined Predictive Communications' writing team from her previous employer, Osiris Trading. Katz has two years of copywriting and general marketing content experience and a BA Journalism from Rand Afrikaans University, now part of the University of Johannesburg (UJ).
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| | | SABC radio announces strategic appointments
The Public Commercial Services radio division of the SABC has made a number of new strategic appointments in the division involving Bob Mabena, Nick Grubb, Carlito Shaik and Anthony Duke. Mabena, Grubb and Duke took up their new positions on 1 September 2006 and Shaik joins 5FM at the beginning of October.
Learn to fly
In the lead up tp Africa's largest aerospace, defence and security exhibition this year in Cape Town, 20 - 24 September 2006, OFM and the National Airways Corporation are giving away a six-week course to become a private pilot, through the 43 Air School in Port Alfred - all expenses paid. Entrants must be older than 16. SMS your name and "NAC" to 36110 (R5 per sms) as often as you like.
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| | | Viv Gordon Placements welcomes new consultant - Viv Gordon Placements
 Viv Gordon Placements welcomes Lushenne Badenhorst, who will manage its busy traffic, production, media (planning and buying), secretarial and public relations portfolio.
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| | | Doing business in Africa is not for the faint-hearted - Consumer Insight Agency
Over the last few years Africa has become a business talking point. South African and international companies are rushing to explore new markets. But despite positive economic indicators, Dr Darrel Wratten of the Consumer Insight Agency (c.i.a.) cautions that a lack of knowledge about Africa is causing some businesses to come unstuck.
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| | | First Mama Afrika entrepreneurial bakery open for business - Clover
 The residents of the Ebenezer Care Centre in Ennerdale now wake each morning to the aroma of freshly baked bread, what with the recent opening of the Sizabantu entrepreneurial bakery at the Ebenezer Care Centre - the culmination of months of planning, organisation and construction facilitated by Clover Mama Afrika and project partner Pick 'n Pay.
V&A R7 billion deal a vote of confidence in SA economy
L&R Consortium, through Lexshell 44 General Trading, has been selected by linked unitholders Transnet and Transnet Second Defined Benefit Fund as the successful bidder out of a shortlist of nine to acquire 100% of the V&A Waterfront for a cash price consideration of R7.04 billion. The consortium is a South African company consisting of local and international shareholders led by the UK-based London & Regional Group Holdings, including international property investors Istithmar PJSC and BEE investors. The total interests of BEE shareholders is 23.1%, with another 2.0% ownership in the consortium to be set aside in a trust for V&A Waterfront's black employees.
SA gets the Hairy Lemon
Effervescent pick-me-up herb and vitamin tablet Hairy Lemon, which is reportedly a best seller down under, has now been brought to South Africa by Aussie fans determined to live up to their international reputation of 'working and playing harder than everyone else in the world'. The regular retail price is R34.99 and is available at Dis-Chem stores and other leading pharmacies nationwide.
Cider on ice
Launching late September 2006 is Hunter's Export, an extra-matured, ultra-dry extension to the Hunter's range, meant to be served over ice. Sporting a black label, it is extra-smooth, darker in colour, has an alcohol content of 6% and is being targeted at the sophisticated palate in a bid to acquire a greater share of the premium alcoholic refreshment market, supported by a R9 million TV, radio and print campaign. Like its counterparts, Hunter's Gold and Hunter's Dry, it is being sold in 340ml and 660ml sizes.
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Sponsorship | | Key sponsors for Walk-a-Block for CHOC and Hospice
 M-Net and Nedbank will sponsor the CHOC (Children's Haematology Oncology Clinic) and Hospice 'Walk-a-Block' fundraising event on Saturday, 4 November 2006, in 100-odd shopping centres across the country.
SA fashion exploding in Paris - Vicki Williams
Many of you will remember the small notice placed last year offering the opportunity to partner with Gavin Rajah, the first South African ever to be invited to show at the Paris couture collections in July. Visa cannily picked up on that and are now developing other innovative initiatives with Rajah.
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| | | SA film and TV awards launched
The South African film and television industry has come together under the auspices of the National Film and Video Foundation of South Africa to establish the South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTA). The primary objective of the SAFTA Awards is to honour, celebrate and promote the talent and accomplishments of the South African film and television industry.
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New accounts | | Bartholomeus Klip destined for Manley Communications - more infoBritespark Communications launches Sumbandila into orbit - more info
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People on the move | | New appointments for NAB - more infoCraig Ross appointed as publisher of Golf Digest - more info
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| | Events to diarise | Unleashing the power of public relations The Write Co - Johannesburg, 27 September
This two day intensive workshop is designed for PR practitioners wanting to up the bar and learn the latest thinking and tactics to build real PR strategies that deliver the competitive edge. | | | SAARF RAMS October release 2006 SAARF - Johannesburg, 4 October
The main objective of this presentation is to update everyone on the latest movements in radio audiences and to give stakeholders the opportunity to interact with SAARF and its contractors. | | | Consulting network information workshop Empowerment Gateway Group - Melville, Johanesburg, 4 October / Melville, Johannesburg, 5 October / Melville, Johannesburg, 6 October
Due to the huge demand for information, you are invited to attend a two hour information disclosure workshop in Johannesburg. | | | Learn how to trade online bidorbuy.co.za - Rivonia, 5 October
Do you want to earn extra money or derive an income from selling online? | | | IABC Annual Conference IABC Africa - Johannesburg, 9 October
IABC Africa presents its 13th Annual Conference entitled "Communication through the ages and beyond". | | | HD producer course HDHUB - Johannesburg, 11 October
You are invited to register for our 'High Definition Producer Course', presented by HDHUB and Magus Visual Pty Ltd. | | | The art of an interview Magazine Publishers Association of South Africa - Rosebank, 12 October
Interviewing someone involves much more than just asking questions - it's about asking the right person the right questions at the right time. | | | Black Management Forum Annual Conference Zazise Communications - Durban, 12 October
"Growing black skills and capital" to top the agenda of BMF conference. | | | Come for breakfast, stay for life! Finweek - Sandton, 13 October
It's no secret that South Africa's life insurance industry is in a constant state of flux. | | | From saleman to sales professional Dale Carnegie Training - Johannesburg, 17 October
Master the sales cycle, win new business, strengthen the bottom line. | | |
| | Upcoming events | Professional sales management IMM Graduate School of Marketing - Johannesburg, 26 September Dreamweaver 8 & Flash 8 Vega Brand Communications School - Johannesburg, 26 September Reaching the new middle class IIR - Johannesburg, 26 September UPSA September 2006 event UPSA-SA - Johannesburg, 27 September Short programme certificate in voice artistry Oakfields College - Johannesburg, 27 September Business start-up marketing event DBIT Management Systems - Pretoria, 27 September Internal branding & employee engagement conference Africa Management Communication - Johannesburg, 27 September Business networking i-network - Midrand, 28 September The art of facilitation The Human Resource Practice - Johannesburg, 28 September Zululand Expo Entertainment & Exhibition Showcase Zululand Expo - Richard's Bay, 29 September | More... Submit an event | | |
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| DTP/Design Assistant - Cape Town
Do you have a flair for magazine design? Work on top print and electronic B2B titles in a fun (and busy) environment. read more
| Event and Public Relations Coordinator - Stellenbosch
Promote and publicise international shows. You may be required to travel. Start immediately. Excellent interpersonal, presentation and communication skills essential. read more
| MD of your own business - Woodmead
Don't give up. If you are an entrepreneur and want to continue to run your business but need a little assistance, then drop us a line. read more
| Media Planner - Cape Town
Looking for media planners with a classic ad agency background to work in Cape Town. It is important that you have grown into this role. read more
| Public Relations Manager - Durban
Fun, enthusiastic, creative? Then apply to join our team in the hospitality industry. read more
| Creative Director/Content Producer - Johannesburg
Small, dynamic company seeks creative director/content producer to conceptualise and direct the production of content for mobile phones and other new media. read more
| Account Executive/Public Relations/Media Liasion - Centurion/Midrand
Well established graphic design company is seeking the services of a PR/media liaison practitioner/account executive with at least three years experience. Excellent administration skills and computer skills essential. read more
| Graphic Designer – Editorial - Cape Town
Senior designer with a minimum of 4 yrs experience in the magazine industry required to design for a glossy fashion and lifestyle magazine. read more
| Junior Web Designer - Cape Town
Strong conceptual web designer required to work in small studio. Must have creative flash skills and a good understanding of CSS. Reporting directly to the creative director. read more
| Accountant - Printing - Johannesburg South
Accountant urgently required for a printing concern based in the south of Johannesburg. Must be experienced in Pastel and AccPac packages. read more
| Creative Director - Johannesburg
Creative director wanted! Help conceptualise, design, lay out and execute shoots for a sexy, premium men's magazine based in Johannesburg. read more
| Promotions Coordinator (AA) - Cape Town
Egg Marketing & Communications is seeking a full-time promotions coordinator with exceptional organisational skills, a passion for people and an eye for detail – a real Mary Poppins! read more
| Bookkeeper - Digital Studio - Sandton
The Firewater Group seeks a bookkeeper with significant experience in all accounting processes and debt management. Will need to manage the books of two companies and liaise with the accountants. read more
| Public Relations Account Manager - Johannesburg
Well established PR firm requires account manager with at least three years experience in PR. Strong communications skills and an ability to confidently liaise with the media a must. read more
| Project/Sales/Account Manager - Johannesburg/Cape Town
Are you ready to apply your people and sales skills in an energetic, creative, ever changing, yet solidly structured environment? read more
| Advertising Liaison Officer - Cape Town
Strong administrator required to offer a sales support role for leading décor magazine
Lots of administrative duties, scheduling weekly, monthly and annual reports, handle bookings and chase advertising material. read more
| Advertising Sales Manager - Cape Town
Main-stream guy’s magazine requires a dynamic go-getter with experience in the advertising or publishing environments to sell advertising space to clients and advertising agencies. read more
| Business Development Manager x 2 - Cape Town
This position reports directly to the national advertising and sales manager for all sales related issues and to the business director for all circulation and non-sales related business development. read more
| Assistant - Photography/Publishing - Cape Town
Learn about the world of photography and book publishing. Digital knowledge that can be applied to photography, publishing and internet. read more
| Sales Consultant - Jhb North
Sales person in IT industry needed in the Johannesburg North area. Basic R5000 plus petrol and cellphone, own car essential. Earn up to R36 000 in commission. read more
| Marketing and Promotions Assistant - Johannesburg
Marketing and promotions assistant required for magazine publishing company - the right person would need to be a fast-thinker, have great organizational skills and work well with deadlines in a pressurized environment. read more
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