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 | DANETTE BREITENBACH Miss Albany or the Albany Bread Girl photographer has hit out at the brand on social media...read |
|  | BRENDAN SEERY No one likes being stopped by the cops, so it was quite a brave move on the part of Checkers to pull a bit of a “Leon Schuster”...read |
|  | | Nedbank, Nando's and Absa are the top three brands that professionals would like to work with says Scopen’s Best Marketer to Work with Study...read |
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 | Joe Public and Mindshare the most attractive creative and media agencies to work for finds Scopen study... Read |
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| Advertising |
 | The Odd Number bolsters the creative leadership team with two new appointments... Read |
 | On the eve of the long weekend for Easter, Checkers You've been egg-ed video went live on social media... Read |
 | ISSUED BY WETPAINT ADVERTISING Picture this: You visit a doctor to seek their specialised advice on a medical issue. You listen attentively as they diagnose your condition and recommend a treatment plan. You don't argue or challenge their expertise because you trust that they know best. Read |
 | ISSUED BY JOE PUBLIC Joe Public was recently acknowledged as South Africa’s Best Agency to Work For, for the second year in a row according to the latest Scopen study... Read |
 | New York Festivals Advertising Awards (NYF) has announced the 2024 NYF Advertising Awards Shortlist Jury with two from Africa. Read |
 | Johannesburg City has initiated a crackdown on advertising signs, with the Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) swiftly taking action... Read |
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| Branding |
 | KARABO LEDWABA Since its inception in South Africa four decades ago, Dimension Data swiftly rose to prominence in the IT industry, earning accolades and expanding its reach. As the company approaches its next chapter, a significant transformation looms on the horizon... Read |
 | Adams & Adams, an African legal company, has introduced its new corporate identity that signifies its growth as a proudly African firm... Read |
 | MONGEZI MTATI In today’s increasingly globalised and hyper-competitive marketplace, it’s difficult to overstate the importance of a strong brand... Read |
 | ISSUED BY PENQUIN In an era where change is the only constant, businesses must adapt and evolve to stay ahead. Penquin, the brand and communication agency based in Johannesburg, is leading by example, embracing transformation with open arms... Read |
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| Design |
 | Tristan du Plessis, the founder of the eponymous Cape Town and Johannesburg-based interior architecture firm has been selected as Decorex’s Designer of the Year for 2024... Read |
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 | LINDSEY SCHUTTERS Google put out a notice of a 1 July deadline for full adoption of Google Analytics 4... Read |
 | JUDITH MIDDLETON Judith Middleton, CEO of DUO Marketing + Communications, examines the Sports Illustrated AI-generated content scandal and what it means for public relations... Read |
 | ISSUED BY DENTSU In all honesty, I have always had an intellectual crush on the McKinsey reports and having eagerly poured over their latest report and absorbed it almost word for word... Read |
 | The Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB) South Africa Digital Influencer Marketing Committee is conducting its first survey on the influencer marketing industry... Read |
 | JOCHEN BISсHOFF Jochen Bisсhoff, head of global business solutions, Africa, TikTok asks, "What drives brands?"... Read |
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 | ISSUED BY DMASA We are thrilled to announce that the entry season for the prestigious Assegai Awards has officially opened as of 2 April 2024! It's time to showcase your exceptional achievements in the field of marketing, advertising, and communication... Read |
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 | ISSUED BY RED & YELLOW The Red & Yellow Creative School of Business (Red & Yellow) has launched a new online short course on understanding and leveraging artificial intelligence (AI)... Read |
 | The R24m Création Africa programme’s shortlist of 40 creative and cultural initiatives has been announced... Read |
| Events & Conferencing |
 | ISSUED BY MEDIA24 LIFESTYLE Santam, in association with Fairlady and True Love magazines, is thrilled to announce the launch of the 10th annual Santam Women of the Future Awards... Read |
 | ISSUED BY BROAD MEDIA As South Africa’s premier cloud event, the conference will be attended by the IT industry’s most influential executives and professionals... Read |
| Exhibitions |
 | The Organic and Natural Products Expo is set to hit the shores of Cape Town for the first time from 26-28 April 2024... Read |
| Film & Cinematography |
 | EARLE HOLMES, ISSUED BY AFDA Imagine being able to say that you played a key role on a film that served as a source of inspiration for Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter... Read |
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 | The MMA Smarties 2023 finalists have been announced... Read |
 | Sehloho brings over two decades of experience in strategic brand and marketing to her new role, further strengthening the organisation's marketing capabilities... Read |
 | ISSUED BY TOPCO MEDIA Topco Media, a leading B2B media, digital and events company, announces the highly anticipated 7th Annual Africa Tech Week Awards... Read |
 | ISSUED BY TLC WORLDWIDE AFRICA We are thrilled to announce that TLC Worldwide has been shortlisted for the prestigious International Loyalty Awards... Read |
 | ISSUED BY PENQUIN Get ready to delve into the story of Mandy Davis, the woman behind the title, as she shares her insights, challenges, and plans for the future... Read |
 | ISSUED BY LEVERGY Levergy, the passions agency, is thrilled to announce its outstanding outcomes at the 2023/4 Marketing Achievement Awards.... Read |
 | ISSUED BY BRAND INFLUENCE Brand Influence, a local trailblazer in large-scale nano influencer campaigns, recently orchestrated its first-ever property-based campaign for Live Easy apartments in Gauteng... Read |
| Media |
 | NQOBILE DLUDLA French media group Vivendi's Canal+ on Monday made a mandatory offer to buy all the shares of South African broadcaster MultiChoice it does not already own, both companies said... Read |
 | CHRISTINA KENNEDY In the era of AI, deepfakes, and intellectual property (IP) theft, sourcing and publishing images have become a minefield for journalists... Read |
 | ISSUED BY NEWZROOM AFRIKA Newzroom Afrika CEO and co-founder Thabile Ngwato has been announced as one of the Young Global Leaders Class of 2024 – she is one of two South Africans selected to join the group of exceptional leaders... Read |
| PR & Communications |
 | ISSUED BY LITHA COMMUNICATIONS PR is crucial for sustainability in South Africa's challenging business climate, where cost-saving is vital and confidence is low... Read |
| Publishing |
 | ANUSHA ALIKHAN We can celebrate the achievements of African women like Tyla because their contributions are recognised and well-documented... Read |
| Radio |
 | Radio is in a good place as the latest Radio Audience Measurement (Rams) data shows says the BRC of SA... Read |
 | ISSUED BY GAGASI FM The leading regional commercial radio station, Gagasi FM, has announced its lineup for the new season, starting on 1 April 2024... Read |
 | ISSUED BY YFM 99.2 Y, South Africa’s trailblazing commercial radio station known for its commitment to showcasing emerging talent and pushing the boundaries of conventional broadcasting, is thrilled to announce its 2024 lineup... Read |
 | ISSUED BY OFM RADIO OFM, the Sound of Your Life, is thrilled to announce Ilze Basson-Eva as the grand prize winner of R20,024 during our Big Radio Registration campaign... Read |
 | Icasa publishes the Draft Radio Frequency Migration Plan and the Draft International Mobile Telecommunication Roadmap for public consultation... Read |
| Research |
 | ISSUED BY BMI RESEARCH South Africans are changing the way they eat their main meals as a result of loadshedding, recent research from BMi Research shows... Read |
| Retail |
 | The rising cost of living has seen many South African parents considering private labels as a cheaper alternative to established baby brands... Read |
 | Following a several-months process, the Competition Tribunal has officially approved the acquisition of Absolute Pets by Woolworths Holdings Limited... Read |
 | The South African retail sector is facing an uphill battle. Businesses need innovative tools and strategies to mitigate risks, optimise operations, and stay ahead of the competition... Read |
 | In a landscape where rising electricity costs, inflation, and ongoing concerns about loadshedding loom large, South African households are closely monitoring their expenditures... Read |
| Social Media |
 | PIERRE LE ROUX The courts have sent a strong message to influencers, a growing group of celebrities made famous by their commercial interventions and paid handsomely to drive consumers towards certain brands, suppliers or advertisers... Read |
 | ISSUED BY BRANDFUNDI According to Hootsuite’s recently launched Social Media Consumer Report 2024, marketers are getting it wrong when building relationships with consumers online through social media... Read |
| Sponsorship |
 | ISSUED BY PROVANTAGE Outsurance is proud to announce their partnership with South African Schools Netball (SASN), in sponsoring the attire of approximately 3,000 nationally accredited umpires while officiating netball matches... Read |
 | ISSUED BY IGNITION GROUP Leading technology company, Ignition Group (Ignition), has announced its title sponsorship of the 2024 Polocrosse World Cup taking place from 15-28 July 2024 at Durban Shongweni Club near Westown... Read |
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 | NYASHA CHINGONO Zimbabwe is replacing its collapsing local currency with a new one backed by gold and foreign currencies that it hopes will be more stable and help bring down inflation, the central bank said on Friday, 5 April... Read |
 | CAMILLUS EBOH One of the two executives from Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, detained in Nigeria appeared in an Abuja court on Thursday, 4 April, to face tax evasion and money laundering charges... Read |
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 | Selling a house in South Africa can incur over R150,000 in expenses. Property bridging finance provides immediate relief amid delays... Read |
 | LDV South Africa will open its showroom floors starting with a selection of T60 double cab bakkies... Read |
 | ZANO KUNENE State doctors underpaid despite funding boosts. 694 unemployed graduates await positions amid wage disputes and retention challenges... Read |
 | Nzimande said in making the decision, the department considered the potential impact on students... Read |
 | LINDSEY SCHUTTERS The Competition Commission has approved the acquisition of the Kohler Co. energy business by Discovery Energy Holdings... Read |
 | Hawks assert that more suspects will join Fidelis Moema in facing prosecution for embezzling R16.5m in bursary funds... Read |
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