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 | ISSUED BY LOERIES The Loeries would like to convey the deep respect that we have for communities that may be observing religious and cultural observances during Loeries Creative Week 2024... Read |
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 | WPP will sell its majority stake in FGS Global (FGS) to Bidco Inc... Read |
 | BRENDAN SEERY Coming from a family which lived “on the wrong side of the tracks”, with a father who was a barman and, additionally with that fear of poverty which is in the DNA of the Irish, I was never a spendthrift... Read |
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 | Sunbet’s newest TV commercial, Come Alive, featuring actor Vuyo Dabula, is designed to captivate both gaming enthusiasts and action movie fans... Read |
 | DANETTE BREITENBACH Blue Ribbon Bread’s latest TTL campaign from Retroviral plays on the insight that moms always get us and know everything... Read |
 | PETRA MC CARDLE, ISSUED BY WETPAINT ADVERTISING There’s an old saying in the advertising industry: “Everyone wants to be the general, but no one wants to be the soldier.” Let’s dive into that, shall we... Read |
 | ISSUED BY ADVERTISING MEDIA FORUM With the rise in digital transformation, more than half the South African population having constant internet access and being a mobile-first nation, it’s more important than ever for industry leaders and agencies to embrace innovation... Read |
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 | ISSUED BY ASSOCIATION FOR COMMUNICATION AND ADVERTISING Effie South Africa is proud to announce the Grand Jury for the 2024 Effie Awards... Read |
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 | MARTIE DE BEER One of the most important things a business can do is to map its customer journey and improve and optimise its customer experience (CX)... Read |
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 | Makro is delighted by the growth in online grocery essentials sales... Read |
 | LINDSEY SCHUTTERS Google has been found guilty of violating antitrust laws, according to a recent court ruling… Read |
 | PATRICK CARMODY Patrick Carmody, CEO of Conversation Lab, looks at how the shift to AI-powered answer engines are and will challenge Google... Read |
 | ISSUED BY MO AGENCY Digital marketing is a crucial element in the success of businesses across all industries. A robust digital marketing strategy gives your business a strong online presence across multiple platforms, helping you reach more consumers and clients, build a positive brand image, and most importantly, increase revenue... Read |
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 | ISSUED BY DMASA We are thrilled to announce the esteemed judging panel for the Assegai Awards 2024! This year’s panel brings together industry leaders and experts who will evaluate and celebrate the finest in marketing and advertising... Read |
| Education |
 | ISSUED BY RED & YELLOW Discover how we're shaping the next generation of leaders, innovators, and creators. Join Ashley Young, our head of sales, as she shares what sets us apart... Read |
| ESG |
 | Woolworths has confirmed a further investment of over R17.5m in renewable energy projects in key locations across the country... Read |
 | H&M South Africa's latest Role Models campaign featuring 11-year-old author Bontle Ndhlovu, aims to champion literacy development by making the young writer's books available to a new generation of readers in their mother tongue... Read |
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 | ISSUED BY BUSINESS AND ARTS SOUTH AFRICA The Basa Awards celebrate the dynamic intersection of business and the arts, recognising initiatives that drive positive change, and nominations are officially open for the 27th annual awards... Read |
| Film & Cinematography |
 | The Fame Shorts Film Festival, a highlight of Fame Week Africa, returns to Cape Town's Labia Theatre from 4-7 September, bringing an array of African cinema... Read |
| Marketing |
 | ISSUED BY AHEAD MARKETING SERVICES AHead Marketing Services is excited to announce a new partnership with Mr D, South Africa's one-stop app designed to deliver a seamless ordering experience whenever you need it... Read |
 | ISSUED BY SEMAPHORE COMMUNICATIONS Anton de Wet, chief client officer at Nedbank, discusses what today’s customers expect when it comes to problem resolution... Read |
 | AA-ISHA HASSIEM Darren Mckinon discusses what ensures a successful advertising campaign and highlights the OOH ads that have stuck with him over the years... Read |
 | XAVIER OLIVIER, ISSUED BY DARKMATTER We need to pause and ask ourselves, "What has marketing become in 2024?"... Read |
 | The IMM Institute will recognise the top creative minds at the upcoming IMM Excellence Awards, taking place during the annual IMM Conference on 17 October 2024... Read |
 | ISSUED BY DOMAINS.CO.ZA Digital marketing has evolved significantly over the years, introducing many new platforms and trends. Amidst these changes, it can be challenging for business owners to decide where to focus their marketing efforts... Read |
 | The 10th edition of the Agency Scope Study has been concluded in China and has found a greater value is being placed on strategy... Read |
| Media |
 | The Content Creator Workshop, hosted by the DStv Content Creator Awards, took place this week... Read |
| Media Freedom |
 | This year a new campaign, Choose Truth, created by South Africa's Daily Maverick, will be featured for World News Day. Read |
| Newspapers |
 | OMBUD WATCHER It was Phiri’s article, titled “Is Karyn Maughan South Africa’s Leni Riefenstahl – the Nazi Film Propagandist?” that was the focus of the virtual hearing at which Phiri may or may not have appeared... Read |
| PR & Communications |
 | BONTLE SIBANDA Bontle Sibanda discusses how good storytelling can transform a simple message into a memorable masterpiece... Read |
| Promotions & Activations |
 | ISSUED BY HEINEKEN BEVERAGES For endless get-togethers, Savivi wants to remind you of their bigger and more social Savanna Dry 12-pack... Read |
| Radio & Podcasts |
 | ISSUED BY BROAD MEDIA Podcast interviews are the best way for your company’s executives to generate engaging thought leadership discussions... Read |
| Retail |
 | RAY MAHLAKA Approximately 101 new SA shopping malls are in the pipeline for the next three years, with some already under construction and others in the early planning phases... Read |
 | Dricus du Plessis has partnered with Checkers to launch two locally-produced products for sports enthusiasts and fans. The Stillknocks shirt by Old School and sports drink, Knox Hydration... Read |
 | Bokomo Weet-Bix has unveiled an all-new range of flavours: Cocoa, Strawberry, and Banana, and builds on the brands More Than A Brick campaign... Read |
 | NQOBILE DLUDLA South African upmarket fashion and food retailer Woolworths said it expects to report a decline of up to 32% in full-year total headline earnings on weak sales, as higher living costs continue to weigh on discretionary spend... Read |
 | The South African Breweries (SAB) recently reported a strong volume performance that helped deliver double-digit top-and bottom-line growth with margin expansion... Read |
 | Engen recently opened its 700th Quickshop & Co store at Engen Summit Convenience Centre in Midrand, Johannesburg... Read |
 | Smollan, a global retail specialist, has entered into a Capital and Business Alliance Agreement with Impact HD Inc., a Japanese company specialising in sales promotion and data marketing... Read |
 | In the dynamic landscape of retail, Rentoza stands out not just for its subscription-based business model but also for its commitment to gender diversity and leadership from the top down... Read |
| Social Media |
 | The first-ever Visionary Voices Africa list is a celebration of African voices and next-gen stars who are shifting industries across the diaspora.... Read |
| TV |
 | ISSUED BY THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY AFRICA OceanXplorers is executive produced and narrated by National Geographic explorer at large James Cameron and in partnership with BBC Studios Natural History Unit (‘Blue Planet II’) and OceanX... Read |
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 | Mobius was part of a push by investors and governments on the continent to create jobs by launching home-grown vehicle manufacturers... Read |
 | TAMARA DINI AND NAZEERA MIA Malawi’s new Competition and Fair Trading Act, which came into effect on 1 July 2024, marks a significant shift from the previous regime... Read |
 | DAWIT ENDESHAW Ethiopia has signed an agreement to design Africa's largest airport near Bishoftu, set to open in 2029 with a capacity for 100 million passengers and parking for 270 aircraft, says Ethiopian Airlines' CEO Mesfin Tasew... Read |
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 | ISSUED BY GREAT 4 BUSINESS Digital transformation is revolutionising the way small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) operate across the globe, and South Africa is no exception... Read |
 | This follows frustrations experienced by students in receiving their allowances... Read |
 | VICTOR MUPUNGA Last week saw rare market volatility, with the S&P 500 dropping over 2%. Despite strong recent markets, tech sector declines and economic data raise concerns. Valuations vary, and long-term investors should focus on balanced portfolios and resist timing the market. Read |
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