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 | NISHAAT SLAMDIEN A legal battle between RCL Foods and Berkley Foods, direct competitors in the mageu market, was anything but sweet, leaving a sour aftertaste instead...read |
|  | MONGEZI MTATI Mongezi Mtati discusses how Rogerwilco achieved B Corp certification, emphasising the importance of purpose-driven organisations...read |
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 | LePub has appointed Graeme Jenner and Harry MacKenzie to lead its Johannesburg office. Jenner has been appointed executive creative director and MacKenzie as creative director... Read |
 | ISSUED BY DENTSU Dentsu Creative South Africa proudly announces the addition of two accomplished professionals to its leadership team, reinforcing its dedication to innovative, high-impact content strategies... Read |
 | The Up&Up Group has announced that Makosha Maja-Rasethaba is the new chief strategy officer of the Group’s integrated creative agency M&C Saatchi Abel... Read |
 | BRENDAN SEERY Brendan Seery discusses Capitec's simple but effective ad and the importance of remaining calm in a PR crisis... Read |
 | TikTok, the ByteDance-owned video-sharing platform, is increasingly recognised for driving full-funnel outcomes—from discovery and search to purchase... Read |
 | KARABO LEDWABA The Advertising Regulatory Board (ARB) has upheld a consumer complaint against Pineapple Tech (Pty) Ltd, ruling that the company's billboard advertisement was discriminatory and offensive... Read |
 | ISSUED BY SMART MEDIA In today’s fast-paced retail environment, capturing shopper attention at the right moment is more critical than ever... Read |
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 | The Top 16 Youth-Owned Brands Awards (YOBAs) are back for its highly anticipated 4th annual edition... Read |
 | These innovative desks double as school bags and are equipped with solar lights and USB charging ports, aiming to improve learning conditions for underprivileged students... Read |
 | In 2025, the combined brand value of the Top 100 South African brands soared to R688.6bn, with banking, retail, and telecoms accounting for more than 62% of the total brand value... Read |
 | Spier has unveiled a new visual identity, marking a significant shift in its 333-year history... Read |
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 | ISSUED BY BRANDLOVE A friend of mine has a husband who operates on a very specific frequency – the one that completely ignores her requests... Read |
 | ISSUED BY YOUKNOW TECHNOLOGIES YOUKNOW Technologies, South Africa's premium martech solutions provider, is proud to announce its designation as a HubSpot Solutions Partner... Read |
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 | EVAN-LEE COURIE With International Women's Day being celebrated on 8 March, we chat with Philile Mabolloane: head of Retail: Consumables at Amazon sub-Saharan Africa... Read |
 | KARABO LEDWABA Sinmisola Hughes-Obisesan is an award-winning executive creative director with over 17 years of experience shaping global brands... Read |
 | This International Women’s Day, Publicis Groupe Africa (PGA) reaffirms its commitment to advancing women in advertising, with its first female CEO, Koo Govender, leading the way... Read |
| Digital |
 | ISSUED BY ROGERWILCO The 2025 South African Automotive Marketing Report is set to redefine how marketers and business leaders navigate South Africa’s fast-evolving automotive industry... Read |
 | Microsoft invests additional R5.4bn in South Africa, launches youth certification programme… Read |
 | Checkers is launching a new e-commerce website that brings the convenience of Sixty60 to even more shoppers who can now order online using any browser on any device... Read |
 | ISSUED BY HOORAH DIGITAL The creative and digital marketing world is a dynamic, ever-evolving space where big ideas can still change the world... Read |
 | ISSUED BY AFRIGIS AfriGIS, a leading provider of trusted contextual insights, is pleased to announce the appointment of Sophie Hasell as its new chief revenue officer (CRO)... Read |
 | ISSUED BY GOOGLE As an advertiser, your creative is often the first impression potential customers have of your brand... Read |
 | ISSUED BY ASSOCIATION FOR COMMUNICATION AND ADVERTISING The ACA has announced the speaker line-up and agenda for the upcoming AI in Advertising Forum, taking place on 13 March 2025 at the WPP Campus, Johannesburg... Read |
 | Publicis Groupe will acquire one of the largest end-to-end data marketplaces in the world, spanning 109 countries, Lotame... Read |
 | ISSUED BY WE DO DIGITAL Did you know that 86% of consumers say authenticity is a key factor when deciding which brands they like and support?... Read |
 | ISSUED BY DENTSU Rapid advancements in AI are transforming search engine marketing (SEM), a key component of digital engagement... Read |
| Education |
 | ISSUED BY DENTSU Dentsu South Africa has inducted eight of the country’s promising young content creators into its 2025 School of Influence programme... Read |
| Film & Cinematography |
 | KARABO LEDWABA At the 97th Academy Awards, I Am Not a Robot took home the Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film, edging out South Africa’s The Last Ranger... Read |
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 | ISSUED BY JOE PUBLIC Takealot has joined Joe Public on a new journey to grow their business in the rapidly evolving and exciting e-commerce sector... Read |
 | South African campaigns have earned a place on the 2025 SABRE Awards EMEA shortlist, which recognises excellence in branding, reputation, and engagement... Read |
 | ISSUED BY ASSOCIATION FOR COMMUNICATION AND ADVERTISING Effie South Africa has issued the 2025 Effie Awards South Africa programme call for entries. Entries will be accepted from 3 April to 28 May 2025... Read |
 | The One Club for Creativity has introduced a new professional development series... Read |
 | The awards highlight individuals and companies shaping brand communications across Africa and the Middle East... Read |
| Online Media |
 | ISSUED BY BROAD MEDIA MyBroadband boasts a large audience of over 4.7 million monthly readers, and achieves 15 million page views every month... Read |
| PR & Communications |
 | ISSUED BY HOOK, LINE & SINKER In a bold start to 2025, award-winning PR and marketing agency, Hook, Line & Sinker has secured long-term partnerships with seven high-profile clients, reinforcing its reputation as a powerhouse in strategic communications... Read |
 | MATIAS RODSEVICH Artificial Intelligence (AI) has captured our cultural imagination for decades, from its portrayal in 1920s science fiction films to Arnold Schwarzenegger's iconic role in Terminator during the 1980s and 90s... Read |
 | ISSUED BY BOUNDLESS There are some brands that agencies decide they just have to have, no matter what it takes... Read |
| Production |
 | ISSUED BY DARKMATTER DarkMatter, a leading creative communications agency based in Johannesburg and London, is excited to announce the release of its 2025 work showreel... Read |
| Publishing |
 | This strategic collaboration further strengthens Sheer Publishing's presence across Africa, providing a platform for local Angolan talent to gain international recognition and reach... Read |
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 | ISSUED BY PRIMEDIA BROADCASTING As the dawn of the new school year approached in 2025, Kfm 94.5 embraced the spirit of giving by running its unique initiative, the Kfm stationery vehicle on The Flash Drive with Carl Wastie for a second year in a row... Read |
 | ISSUED BY PRIMEDIA BROADCASTING In an exciting finale that showcased the brilliance of South Africa's trivia enthusiasts, CapeTalk is delighted to announce that Adil Mohamed has been named the 2025 Flight Centre Brain of CapeTalk... Read |
 | ISSUED BY OFM RADIO OFM is searching for central SA’s next singing sensation! This March, OFM hits the road with its brand new Showride outside broadcast unit in search of raw musical talent... Read |
 | ISSUED BY JACARANDA FM Lucky du Plessis joins award-winning radio station for More Music You Love weekends... Read |
| Research |
 | ISSUED BY ORNICO The latest Automotive Sector Media Overview Report from Ornico unveils the brands making the biggest impact in advertising, media coverage, and consumer engagement in South Africa... Read |
 | ISSUED BY KLA KLA, the exclusive partner for YouGov in sub-Saharan Africa, has released the eighth edition of The Quarterly Buzz, tracking the brands with the most ‘Buzz’ in the market... Read |
 | ISSUED BY SAMRA Final reminder: extended deadline for Samra Annual Conference 2025 paper submissions... Read |
| Retail |
 | The Ecentric 2024 Black Friday Index reveals that Black Friday to Cyber Monday remains the most powerful retail window of the year, according to World Wide Worx and Ecentric Payment Systems... Read |
 | JOSHUA SHIMKIN & JUDY WINN New PCI DSS 4.0.1 safety standards require retailers to secure their entire website, explain Peach Payments’ head of marketing, Joshua Shimkin, and head of information security, Judy Winn... Read |
 | NQOBILE DLUDLA Shoprite Holdings will expand its on-demand grocery delivery service to its namesake discount stores, stepping up a turf war for South Africa's low-income shoppers... Read |
 | SETJHABA MOLLOYI & LAUREN SAMAAI The consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry is undergoing a transformation, marked by unprecedented growth across sales channels and a shift in the dynamics between manufacturers and consumers... Read |
 | Jeep Apparel, the urban adventure lifestyle brand, has announced the signing of Springbok rugby icon, Aphelele Fassi as its brand ambassador... Read |
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 | MACDONALD DZIRUTWE AND CHIJIOKE OHUOCHA Nigeria's competition commission is suing the local unit of MultiChoice Nigeria Limited, Africa's biggest pay television company, and its chief executive, John Ugbe, for violating regulatory directives, the watchdog said on Wednesday, 5 March... Read |
 | KARABO LEDWABA EGOT winner Jennifer Hudson and her team at The Jennifer Hudson Show know exactly how to keep audiences engaged, and it’s paying off... Read |
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 | Botswana has begun lifting its ban on vegetable imports, a move that will gradually resume trade. The restrictions are being eased in two phases... Read |
 | Africa shows great potential to enhance grid efficiency, energy storage, and resilience... Read |
 | AHMED ELJECHTIMI Morocco approves green hydrogen projects worth $32.5bn in its quest to make up 32% of its energy mix with renewables... Read |
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 | MARECIA DAMONS Postbank admits that completing the process on time is “impossible”... Read |
 | February 2025 was a defining month for South Africa’s new vehicle market... Read |
 | KATJA HAMILTON Agriculture, finance, and trade drive South Africa's 0.6% GDP growth rebound... Read |
 | NQOBILE DLUDLA Upmarket retailer Woolworths Holdings reported a 24.8% fall in first-half profit due to softer-than-expected topline growth in its clothing businesses in South Africa, Australia, and New Zealand... Read |
 | MIYELANI HOLENI Beyond numbers: South Africa’s budget as a blueprint for aspiration, equity and renewal... Read |
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