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|  | | Vodacom has to pay an administrative fine of R1m after the National Consumer Tribunal (NCT) finding on the company's conduct on fixed-term contracts...read |
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 | ISSUED BY DELTA VICTOR BRAVO Following our written thought piece on the New Rules for Good Business (published in Brands & Branding in 2021) we have developed a video series to unpack each of the ideas: Embracing Chaos, Being Playful and Showing Care... Read |
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| Advertising |
 | ISSUED BY INVIBES ADVERTISING In today's highly competitive digital advertising landscape, capturing consumer attention and driving engagement is more challenging now than ever before... Read |
 | DANETTE BREITENBACH More metal for UAE's agencies at LIA... Read |
 | The Next Creative Leaders 2023 (NCL) 70-strong jury from 27 different countries includes 10 creatives from Africa and the Middle East... Read |
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 | ISSUED BY THE ICONIC GROUP OR Tambo International Airport hosts over 21 million travellers each year. In a strategic move to promote the SPAR2U app and Rewards campaign, Spar South Africa partnered with Motion Icon South Africa to create a complete brand takeover at one of the busiest transit spaces in Africa... Read |
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 | ISSUED BY TENACITYPR The much-anticipated launch of Amazon South Africa was announced last week, and it has sparked excitement and anticipation among brands looking to expand their reach in the South African market... Read |
| CRM, CX, UX |
 | In its 17th Year, Accenture Song's bellwether report identifies five global macro trends that guide businesses... Read |
 | Two South African that aims to revolutionise the way businesses engage with their customers and measure their marketing impact... Read |
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| Design |
 | NikNaks is encouraging youth to share their creativity in the second edition of its #OwnYourNak competition... Read |
| Digital |
 | South African-based sellers can now register on Amazon.co.za ahead of the store launch... Read |
 | ISSUED BY MOTHERLAND OMNI Motherland OMNi is the bridge that connects brands and communities for shared success... Read |
 | LINDSEY SCHUTTERS X is piloting a new $1 subscription plan in New Zealand and the Philippines aimed at reducing the number of bots on the platform... Read |
 | ISSUED BY HELM Insights and principles for any organisation thinking about implementing an AI solution... Read |
 | ISSUED BY TDMC It's been a busy year for TDMC, with a second office opening in Cape Town, significant growth in client acquisitions, industry recognition in a number of awards, as well as expansion of their dynamic talent pool... Read |
 | ISSUED BY MOTHERLAND OMNI Motherland-OMNi has launched a data free Wi-Fi marketing platform which connects brands with South African audiences... Read |
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 | ISSUED BY AAA SCHOOL OF ADVERTISING For over three decades, the AAA School of Advertising has been a beacon of opportunity in the dynamic world of marketing and advertising... Read |
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 | In radiology, Africa faces a critical shortage of human resources. Advanced technologies, especially AI, offer solutions. The Africa Health Congress addresses these issues and promotes transformative health tech solutions... Read |
 | ISSUED BY BUSINESS AND ARTS SOUTH AFRICA Now in its 26th year, the Business and Arts South Africa (Basa) Awards, recognised projects that fuse the yin and yang of business and the arts to set a programme or project in motion... Read |
 | Zarcare, a leading telemedicine provider, partners with the University of the Western Cape for a free online health talk on breast cancer awareness... Read |
 | LINDSEY SCHUTTERS Pro-Palestine remarks from former Web Summit CEO has resulted in mass withdrawals from the conference... Read |
| Exhibitions |
 | The Association of African Organisers' (AAXO) Roar Awards will take place on 29 February 2024... Read |
| Magazines |
 | In contrast to Rove SA, Media Xpose's other travel magazine, which focuses on outdoor and indoor adventures, InBound SA will target business and professional travelers who seek new luxury lifestyle experiences... Read |
| Marketing |
 | KARABO LEDWABA Natalie Celani celebrates 20-years of success as a marketer in the alcohol industry... Read |
 | ISSUED BY CADEK MEDIA Excitement is building as industry leaders, marketing professionals, and digital enthusiasts prepare to gather at the Digital Marketing Conference 2023 (DMC) in Cape Town this November... Read |
 | GRANT PLEMING Despite the rising inflation and the looming possibility of a recession, brands continue to show commitment by investing in creating real-life experiences for their target audiences... Read |
 | ISSUED BY GFK - AN NIQ COMPANY With South African consumers holding back on big purchases throughout 2023 in anticipation of sales and promotions, the Black Friday period offers technical goods retailers and manufacturers a golden opportunity to capture revenue growth following a difficult year... Read |
| Media |
 | CANDY DEMPERS, ISSUED BY MEDIAHEADS 360 MediaHeads 360, a leading content marketing agency, is thrilled to announce its partnership with Trace Studios for the highly anticipated ninth season of The Ultimate Braai Master... Read |
 | ISSUED BY EMEDIA EMedia embraces the heroism and determined spirit displayed by the Springbok rugby team and Proteas cricket team during the current rugby and cricket World Cup tournaments... Read |
 | ISSUED BY ADVERTISING MEDIA FORUM As the media advertising industry continues to evolve, a critical aspect of its success lies in its ability to evaluate its outcomes accurately... Read |
 | ISSUED BY EMEDIA The Edge Bouquet embraces diversity and inclusion with a colourful world of exclusive content and has something for everyone... Read |
 | TANIA BROUGHTON A self-styled "public transport activist" has been directed to remove 55 posts on social media which the judge found were defamatory of Itumele Bus Lines, trading as Interstate Bus Lines... Read |
| Media Freedom |
 | The South African National Editors' Forum's annual fundraising gala dinner, in memory of Black Wednesday took place in Johannesburg on Friday evening... Read |
| Mobile |
 | EVAN-LEE COURIE Marcus Zackey of Infobip unpacks how businesses can leverage mobile commerce to reshape their strategies and connect with consumers on a deeper level... Read |
| Online Media |
 | ISSUED BY BROAD MEDIA A homepage takeover is the premier branding placement on BusinessTech, and allows you to reach South Africa's top business decision-makers... Read |
 | The Media and Digital Platforms Market Inquiry (MDPMI) has been launched by the Competition Commission (Commission)... Read |
| OOH |
 | ISSUED BY TRACTOR OUTDOOR When outdoor is combined with a little out-the-billboard creative or features an iconic installation, it's the ideal vehicle to inject next level excitement into your campaign... Read |
| PR & Communications |
 | ETHEL RAMOS The Netflix film, Beckham is a true inspiration for young PR professionals says Ethel Ramos is the managing director of Avatar PR... Read |
 | Provoke Media's Innovator class in EMEA includes three innovators from Africa and three innovators from the Middle East Region... Read |
| Promotions & Activations |
 | Disney's biggest festival retail campaign in South Africa, May Your Wishes Come True features livery on Lift aircraft... Read |
| Radio |
 | ISSUED BY OFM RADIO Two of OFM's behind-the-scenes magic-makers, Motlatsi JayBee Makhalemele and Jaco de Waal, have been recognised for their hard work and dedication... Read |
 | SISANDA NKOALA, BLESSING MAKWAMBENI AND TRUST MATSILELE The number of South African internet users has nearly doubled in the past decade... Read |
| Research |
 | The report says that, in Q3 of 2023, journalists responded to just 3.33% of the more than 400,000 pitches transmitted through its platform... Read |
 | PR Scope study in Spain has found high satisfaction levels as clients work with their communication consultants for longer... Read |
 | A new forecast by Warc puts global retail media ad investment at $141.7bn for 2024... Read |
 | SA's over 55s group is gaining significance, but brands are no longer interested in them says UCT Liberty Institute of Strategic Marketing's Forerunners Report... Read |
| Retail |
 | Under Armour has introduced a mobile application designed to cater to fitness enthusiasts, fashion-forward individuals, and deal seekers alike... Read |
 | Mompati Mall is set to transform Vryburg in the North West province with its brand-new shopping experience that will launch to the public on 26 October 2023... Read |
 | Pick n Pay has published its financial results for the 26 weeks to 27 August 2023; showing disappointing results in some areas, but growth in other key areas... Read |
 | TOBY SHAPSHAK Having confirmed the worst-kept secret, the e-commerce giant will begin local operations, but only next year... Read |
 | Today's consumer has evolved remarkably in comparison to a mere decade ago. Chief among the reasons for this change is the range of choices consumers are now given around which brand, business or service to purchase from... Read |
| Social Media |
 | Roche Pharma's #30DaysIsALifetime campaign aligns with Breast Cancer Awareness Month, urging routine self-examinations for early detection, emphasising survival odds... Read |
 | GEORGE OBULUTSA Settlement talks have collapsed between Facebook's parent company Meta and Kenyan content moderators over a lawsuit alleging unfair dismissal, a tech rights group working with the moderators said on Monday... Read |
 | ISSUED BY DENTSU Dentsu is calling for aspiring creators who see themselves as South Africa's brightest, newest stars as it launches the Dentsu School of Influence... Read |
 | ISSUED BY STYLE ID The Business of Influence is the latest addition in Style ID Africa's commitment to empowering the influencer marketing industry across the African continent... Read |
| Sponsorship |
 | ISSUED BY PROVANTAGE Provantage, a leader in integrated marketing solutions, has launched Provantage Sport, significantly expanding its reach into the expansive South African sports sponsorship and media arena... Read |
| Streaming |
 | In his latest podcast, Geoff Perkins of Collins Residential offers his insights into sustainable living in KZN, covering off-grid solutions, environmental rehab, and holistic ecosystem development... Read |
| The One Club of Creativity |
 | The One Club for Creativity has announced the first cohort of esteemed global creative leaders who will serve as Jury Presidents for The One Show 2024... Read |
| TV |
 | ISSUED BY EMEDIA Nolwazi 'Nono' Mathebula, an ex-cop, walks out of prison, resolved to be an exemplary daughter to her religious mother, an amazing mother to her celebrity daughter... Read |
| Behind the Selfie |
 | KARABO LEDWABA This week we zone in on Lungi Molefe who is a senior art director at IMA SA... Read |
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 | PwC's 2023 report on Tax Transparency and Sustainability Reporting, covering 269 companies in various countries, highlights increased willingness for public reporting on tax approaches. Read |
 | Sars introduces monthly tax-certificate reporting for personal income tax modernisation, reducing compliance issues and enabling real-time tax visibility. Implementation begins in 2025/6... Read |
 | KARABO LEDWABA Advocate Kholeka Gcaleka has been recommended as South Africa's new Public Protector, as officially confirmed by the National Assembly on Thursday... Read |
 | ANDRE CILLIERS Rand resilient amid geopolitical turmoil and strong US data... Read |
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 | Kendra Gaither is appointed president of the US-Africa Business Center by the US Chamber of Commerce, aiming to strengthen economic ties between the US and Africa... Read |
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