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 | Social impact consultancy Brands on a Mission has signed a strategic collaboration agreement with the Ogilvy Africa Network... Read |
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| Cannes Lions |
 | KARABO LEDWABA Just before stepping into the Cannes Lions trends event at the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town — hosted by Creative Circle and Ster Kinekor — I saw a scene unfold that had, oddly, perfect comedic timing... Read |
 | TERRY LEVIN Bizcommunity’s Terry Levin presents case studies and insights from the recent Creative Circle Full Circle event in Cape Town… Read |
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| |  | ISSUED BY HELLOPETER This Women’s Month, Hellopeter launched Voices of Change, a purpose-led initiative celebrating the strength, leadership, and collective power of speaking up... Read |  | ISSUED BY EVERLYTIC Yup, we're also proudly celebrating the unstoppable, stereotype-smashing women powering the tech behind Everlytic, South Africa's leading digital messaging and automation platform... Read |
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| Nedbank IMC |
 | CHLOE POSTHUMUS Hear from Vaughan Croeser, vice president of marketing at The South African Breweries, as he shares insights at the upcoming Nedbank IMC Conference. Read |
 | ISSUED BY IMC CONFERENCE Young talent is redefining marketing, and this year’s inaugural Youth Panel at the 2025 Nedbank IMC Conference is giving them the platform they deserve... Read |
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| Marketing & Media |
 | Johanna McDowell, IAS CEO, says the year ahead brings a perfect storm of marketing pressures. She asks are your agency partners ready?... Read |
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| Advertising |
 | KARABO LEDWABA The Advertising Regulatory Board (ARB) has ruled against a digital billboard advertisement by OpenSky Recycling Services, upholding a consumer complaint that the ad perpetuates negative gender stereotypes... Read |
 | Johnnie Walker’s iconic striding man stops walking to encourage men to pause, reflect, and rest during Men’s Mental Health Month... Read |
 | KARABO LEDWABA The Advertising Regulatory Board (ARB) has partnered with TBWA to launch a campaign raising awareness that consumers have a body they can turn to with complaints about problematic marketing... Read |
 | Flow has launched the world’s first and only shoppable audience marketplace for advertisers to browse, select, and activate hundreds of premium first-party audiences in just a few clicks... Read |
 | ISSUED BY DOUBLESHIFT South African independent agency, DoubleShift, packed their passports, ideas and sunscreen for a game-changing opportunity: a front row seat at the UK’s biggest advertising festival... Read |
 | ISSUED BY JOE PUBLIC In their latest campaign, Nedbank has turned travel insurance advertising on its head by letting criminals do the talking... Read |
 | Ford’s latest TVC campaign celebrates the essence of what it means to Live the Ranger Life... Read |
 | ISSUED BY SAUCE ADVERTISING We’ve partnered with Famous Brands across every level, from full 360-degree national campaigns to last-mile, in-store communication. Over the years, we’ve collaborated with their brand teams not just as suppliers, but as long-term stewards of their stories. Together, we’ve helped ensure the right messages land with the right consumers, at the right time... Read |
 | ISSUED BY PENQUIN In an increasingly connected world, the power of networking has never been more vital - not just for personal growth, but for business longevity... Read |
 | Named after the structure of a story — the beginning, middle, and end — Project 3 aims to build brands from the ground up, offering services like creative direction, production, and brand strategy... Read |
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| Artificial Intelligence |
 | ISSUED BY VML South Africa is leading the way in the fight against harmful AI beauty “perfection”. A world-first Chrome extension, developed by Dove South Africa and their agency VML makes it possible for anyone to generate realistic images of beauty that reflect all ages and ethnicities – no technical skills required... Read |
 | ISSUED BY HELM In recent years, there’s been a dramatic shift in the way people shop and the way brands connect with them... Read |
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| Branding |
 | KARABO LEDWABA Dr Pertunia Mathibe, known as Dr Pert — a general practitioner and founder of the Centre for Body Sculpting in Pretoria — has passed away... Read |
 | Snack giant Wall’s has partnered with to launch a limited-edition ice cream aimed at gaming enthusiasts... Read |
 | Kamers/Makers has officially launched a new chapter in its 23-year journey with a refreshed visual identity… Read |
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| CRM, CX, UX |
 | NITHI KUMAR, ISSUED BY KANTAR Most brands chase satisfaction metrics while missing what truly drives growth: meaningful difference... Read |
 | ELDON BOTHMA AND HAYLEY BLANE CRM security should be by design not default say Braintree's Eldon Bothma and Hayley Blane... Read |
 | ISSUED BY CEM AFRICA SUMMIT Customer expectations are evolving, and businesses must keep pace to stay competitive. The Customer Experience Africa Summit (CEM), hosted by Vuka Group ... is set to be a defining moment for the industry... Read |
| Digital |
 | The funding spans research, digital skills, infrastructure and support for startups, with projects targeting key sectors including food security, local language technologies... Read |
 | ISSUED BY LOCATION BANK In a bold move to address falling digital engagement and branch visibility, one of South Africa’s leading financial institutions has partnered with Location Bank, a MarTech pioneer, to turn a reputational challenge into a digital triumph... Read |
| Direct Marketing |
 | ISSUED BY EVERLYTIC When most people hear the word ‘marketing’, their minds drift to massive billboard campaigns, glossy TV ads, and quirky fruit-shaped billboards as you weave through city traffic. (Yes, Pineapple Insurance, we’re looking at you.)... Read |
 | ISSUED BY DMASA Expert judging panel will decide which agencies truly know how to tell their story... Read |
| Education |
 | ISSUED BY PRIMEDIA BROADCASTING In a vital initiative aimed at addressing the digital divide in South Africa, Glenvista Primary School received a donation of tablets during a handover ceremony on Thursday, 31 July 2025... Read |
| Events & Conferencing |
 | ISSUED BY THE FORUM At The Forum Company, we’re not just in the business of hosting events - we’re in the business of creating experiences that change lives... Read |
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| Film & Cinematography |
 | The fourth edition of the Sony Future Filmmaker Awards is open for submissions and free for all to enter... Read |
| Magazines |
 | ISSUED BY HEINEKEN BEVERAGES Bernini, South Africa’s only real sparkling spritzer made from wine, is proud to announce the return of its partnership with Glamour Magazine, ushering in a fresh chapter of elegant, lifestyle-led events designed for modern women who live life beautifully, their way... Read |
| Marketing |
 | BEATE STIEHLER-MULDER Beate Stiehler-Mulder says marketers need to promote a more sustainable consumption culture… Read |
 | It's International Friendship Day and Castle Lager shows us how the Springboks are truly made... Read |
 | TODD PEZZUTI From Lagos to Cape Town, Santiago to Seoul, people want to be cool. “Cool” is a word we hear everywhere – in music, in fashion, on social media. We use it to describe certain types of people.. Read |
 | ISSUED BY DENTSU Navigating Google Analytics 4 (GA4) can be challenging, even for experienced marketers. With a new interface, an unfamiliar data model, and frequent changes, it is easy to lose confidence in what your reports are telling you... Read |
| Media |
 | Joe Hamman, director at Novus Group, says South Africa is entering a new media era where your brand’s discoverability, accountability, and editorial influence may be governed by far more than just broadcast rules… Read |
 | ISSUED BY SAFREA At its Annual General Meeting in July 2025, the Southern African Freelancers’ Association (Safrea) elected a new executive committee and oversight committee to lead the organisation into a new chapter focused on growth, collaboration and strategic development... Read |
 | ISSUED BY ADVERTISING MEDIA FORUM Are media agencies working themselves out of revenue? The consequences of fee deflation in the advertising industry lie not only in the loss of revenue but in the loss of the really valuable stuff - wisdom, experience and relationships... Read |
 | ISSUED BY MEDIAHEADS 360 As we celebrated World Listening Day on 18 July, the team at MediaHeads 360 thought It would be a good idea to stop, collaborate, and listen... Read |
 | ISSUED BY DENTSU Every media impression served, has a direct carbon impact on the environment around us. Ensuring that every impression is purpose-designed for maximum platform attention is vital... Read |
 | To enter the competition, you have to touch on how climate change is affecting you and highlight initiatives to deal with the climate crisis... Read |
 | ISSUED BY MULTICHOICE The MultiChoice Talent Factory continues to serve as a launchpad for aspiring filmmakers and young creatives who want to make their mark in the entertainment industry... Read |
| Online Media |
 | ISSUED BY BROAD MEDIA It’s where South Africa’s decision-makers tune in to understand what’s next in ICT, AI, cybersecurity, finance, infrastructure, energy, sustainability, and digital transformation... Read |
 | ISSUED BY DAILY MAVERICK Some names need no introduction, and this August, they’ll be on one stage – ready to be heard, challenged, and engaged with... Read |
| OOH |
 | Nashua, a household name in South Africa’s business technology sector, has launched a nationwide More Than Print campaign to highlight its transformation into a full-service ICT solutions provider... Read |
| PR & Communications |
 | ISSUED BY HOOK, LINE & SINKER PR and marketing agency Hook, Line & Sinker (HLS) has been appointed as a communications partner for the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) South Africa following a competitive three-way pitch process involving some of the country’s leading agencies... Read |
| Production |
 | ISSUED BY HOWARD AUDIO ‘My Favourite Broadway’ opened to critical acclaim, full houses and standing ovations. Avoid disappointment – book now!... Read |
| Promotions & Activations |
 | In celebration of the role local bars play in their communities, Stella Artois is partnering with bars across the globe to offer beer lovers a free Stella draught... Read |
| Radio |
 | ISSUED BY PRIMEDIA BROADCASTING Get ready for an exhilarating new chapter in afternoon radio. Starting 28 July 2025, the dynamic duo of Msizi James and Thando Thabethe will reunite on the airwaves for the vibrant 947 Drive with Thando... Read |
 | ISSUED BY GAGASI FM Gagasi FM, the Sound of KZN, is proud to announce the return of the ninth Annual Gagasi FM Shero Awards, taking place on Saturday, 23 August 2025... Read |
 | ISSUED BY OFM RADIO In 2026, OFM – the sound of your life – celebrates 40 years of broadcasting across Central South Africa. To mark this major milestone, OFM invites listeners and fans to join in on the celebrations... Read |
 | ISSUED BY OFM RADIO OFM, the sound of your life, has officially wrapped up its 39th birthday celebrations by rewarding a lucky listener with the ultimate cash prize in The Volt competition... Read |
| Research |
 | Search advertising claims nearly a quarter (22%) of media budgets and expands reach to social and video platforms... Read |
 | ISSUED BY KLA For the first time in South Africa, consumer insights agency KLA, in partnership with YouGov, has released the Top 10 Most Recommended Brands, alongside the Top 10 Most Improved Brands, based on data from YouGov’s daily brand and competitor tracking tool, BrandIndex... Read |
 | ISSUED BY INSIGHT SURVEY South Africa’s fast food industry is being reshaped by the explosive rise of chicken-based offerings, with poultry now cemented as the most dominant and fastest-growing category in the country’s fast food sector... Read |
| Retail |
 | ISSUED BY COTTON ON FOUNDATION The Cotton On business, a leading fashion retailer spanning multiple fashion and lifestyle brands, is proud to announce the appointment of Lesley-Anne Dean as the new country manager for South Africa, effective immediately... Read |
 | Next-level grocery shopping comes to Hyde Park Corner with a new Checkers store... Read |
 | The move forms part of its broader shift towards digitising mobile services and improving user autonomy... Read |
 | The Prada Group has reported robust financial results for the first half of 2025... Read |
 | For 30 years, Clicks ClubCard has helped families stretch their budgets, rewarded loyalty with meaningful savings, and become an integral part of the way South Africans shop... Read |
 | As Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) celebrates nine years as Africa’s largest Coca-Cola bottling partner, it continues to invest in the continent... Read |
 | CHARLENE LOUW Let International Beer Day be a reminder of what’s possible when industry, community, and culture come together, says BASA's Charlene Louw... Read |
 | ISSUED BY PRODUCT OF THE YEAR SOUTH AFRICA It’s that time of year again! When the call goes out to brands to enter the world’s largest consumer-voted award for product innovation... Read |
| Social Media |
 | Eight rising South African influencers have graduated from the Dentsu School of Influence, joining fellow graduates from Kenya and Spain in this international programme... Read |
| Sponsorship |
 | Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) has been named the key sponsor of Cassper Nyovest’s 2025 Fill Up music concert on 6 December... Read |
| TV |
 | The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) has announced the appointment of Maijang Mpherwane as group executive: video entertainment, effective 01 August 2025... Read |
 | is a A premium, fast-paced current affairs programme from eNCA's and the Sunday Times'... Read |
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 | A healthcare-focused panel discussion at this year’s Sapics Conference in Cape Town spotlighted Africa’s emergence as a creator of health supply chain innovations with global potential... Read |
 | SHAN RADCLIFFE Four African schools have been named top 10 finalists for the 2025 World’s Best School Prizes... Read |
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 | The offering allows customers to acquire smartphones starting from R10 per day, with no credit checks or paperwork required... Read |
 | Woolworths has announced a first-of-its-kind benefits package designed to change the lives of thousands of its employees... Read |
 | DEE-DEE MATHELELA On 13 June 2025, the Special Tribunal handed down a landmark ruling in SIU v Kroucamp Plumbers (Pty) Ltd & Another, setting aside two successive municipal tenders on grounds of corruption, fraud and procedural unfairness... Read |
 | MAROEFAH SMITH In celebration of Women's Month, Pele's Melissa Wilkinson touches on empowerment, gender equality and what she'd tell herself as a little girl... Read |
 | SHAN RADCLIFFE This Women's Month, we talk to Phuti Mogale, the new Head of Senior School at Roedean, about teaching young girls that "being a woman is not a crutch or a weakness. Rather, it is the greatest strength of all." Read |
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