https://www.bizcommunity.com/196/669.html South Africa news 15 Social Media news - South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/res/img/logo.gif https://www.bizcommunity.com/196/669.html en-us Mon, 24 Aug 2026 17:31:30 +0200 https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/social-media-companies-increasingly-under-fire-for-violations-of-children-privacy-308628a Representing one of the largest fines ever under the US children's protection law, the US Department of Justice has announced that TikTok has agreed to pay $400m to settle allegations it violated the privacy of children using the app. 1-271073 Mon, 24 Aug 2026 11:52:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Social Media South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/behindthecampaign-capturing-the-rav4-brand-heritage-be-part-of-the-adventure-742032a The all-new Toyota Rav4 has launched with a TV commercial that opens with an energetic family setting off in their all-new Rav4, brimming with excitement for the adventures ahead. 1-271062 Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:46:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Social Media South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/meet-esmie-the-bargain-hunter-behind-the-fab-cheapskate-brand-419749a What started with a love for beautiful things, a great eye for fashion and the thrill of finding something special for less has grown into a thriving social media brand with an audience spanning Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. 1-271015 Fri, 21 Aug 2026 12:43:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Social Media South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/deutsche-telekom-pushes-gen-z-to-tune-out-online-noise-631981a Deutsche Telekom is urging Gen Z to take back control of their digital lives with its new Not a Passenger campaign, created by INGO. The campaign tackles the pressure of constant content and online expectations, encouraging young people to make their own choices rather than simply go along for the ride. 1-271031 Fri, 21 Aug 2026 11:03:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Social Media South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/pepkor-konaye-dlatu-on-creativity-connection-and-leaving-an-impact-189966a For Konaye Dlatu, digital strategist at Pepkor, creativity was never something she deliberately set out to pursue. It was simply part of who she was. 1-270988 Thu, 20 Aug 2026 11:28:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Social Media South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/humanz-appoints-new-country-manager-for-south-africa-523300a Humanz, the AI-powered creator marketing and commerce platform, has appointed Mpumelelo (Mpumi) Zondi as its new South Africa country manager. 1-270986 Thu, 20 Aug 2026 11:02:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Social Media South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/ster-kinekor-opens-sk-squad-search-for-movie-loving-content-creators-301568a If you’re the friend who knows the latest releases, books the tickets first and can tell you exactly who directed your favourite film, Ster-Kinekor wants to hear from you. 1-270893 Tue, 18 Aug 2026 10:12:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Social Media South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/africa-does-not-need-whatsapp-adoption-brands-need-a-stronger-relationship-strategy-856033a The marketing industry often recognises opportunities only after consumers have already made them part of everyday life. WhatsApp may be one of the clearest examples. 1-270889 Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:19:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Social Media South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/the-iab-sa-front-row-industry-programme-welcomes-15-delegates-for-2026-412699a The Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB) South Africa’s Education Council has announced the 15 delegates to its Front Row Youth Industry Programme for 2026. 1-270885 Tue, 18 Aug 2026 08:30:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Social Media South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/7-wins-at-the-2026-bookmark-awards-including-gold-for-escape-it-189386a Clockwork enjoyed a strong showing at the 2026 Bookmark Awards, taking home seven awards across work for The Salvation Army and Feelz. The wins included one Gold, three Silver and three Bronze, with The Salvation Army’s Escape It taking Gold in Influencer Marketing. The work spans socially conscious storytelling, influencer-led advocacy and tongue-in-cheek creative, tackling issues from gender-based violence and sexual health to safer choices and social behaviour. 1-270858 Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:07:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Social Media South Africa