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Donald Trump elected US president in stunning comebackSteve Holland, Nandita Bose, Stephanie Kelly and Joseph Ax

Lidl's global holiday campaign was created by BBDO Germany and its chief creative officer, South African-born Jonathan Deeb and Academy Award-winning filmmaker Tom Hooper (Image supplied)

BBDO Germany's 6 minute brand film for Lidl's global holiday campaign

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Report uncovers the reality of PR internships in SA - strengths and gaps

Source: © 123rf If you are worried about the dangers of AI taking over the world, the interview with Nobel winner Geoffrey Hinton is chilling and essential viewing

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Transformation in South Africa's advertising industry: Moving beyond compliance to genuine change

Transformation in South Africa's advertising industry: Moving beyond compliance to genuine changeSharleen James, Association for Communication and Advertising

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MultiChoice and law enforcement crack down on streaming device piracy rings

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ChatGPT the fastest-growing subscription-based service worldwide growing 296%

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Why seamless digital experiences are crucial for South African retailers

Why seamless digital experiences are crucial for South African retailers

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African publishing is being revolutionised – report explores trends in 6 countriesTinashe Mushakavanhu

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Zero Positive: #GBCSA2024 champions climate-integrated construction solutionsKatja Hamilton

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The WHO is nearing a Global Pandemic Agreement - the impact on SA and the Global South

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Standard Chartered, BII renew $350m for trade finance

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SA’s MellowVans brings mobile EV stores to African telcos

SA’s MellowVans brings mobile EV stores to African telcos

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Royal Bafokeng Holdings wins big at Gender Mainstreaming Awards

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GMO debate reignited as SA sets new precedent in courtKatja Hamilton

KZN South Coast set for tourism surge with record Blue Flag beaches

KZN South Coast set for tourism surge with record Blue Flag beaches

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Public-private collaboration: The key to South Africa's logistics transformation

Public-private collaboration: The key to South Africa's logistics transformation

Lidl's global holiday campaign was created by BBDO Germany and its chief creative officer, South African-born Jonathan Deeb and Academy Award-winning filmmaker Tom Hooper (Image supplied)

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LIA announces Jury for 2 competitions

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Could local street traders ease the burden of soaring food prices?

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Marc Wegerif 12 May 2023

Oil prices fall, set for fourth weekly drop, as demand fears weigh

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Oil prices fall, set for fourth weekly drop, as demand fears weigh

Yuka Obayashi and Andrew Hayley 12 May 2023

Source © Piyawat Nandeenopparit A press statement on social media from the SABC introducing a licence for car radios this week proved to be fake news

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Kwanulu Young Farmer of the Year now open for entries

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Thanda Safari Lodge itself rises up out of the land, blending perfectly with its surroundings, with spectacular views of the 35,000 acre reserve (Image supplied)

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Thanda Safari: An indulgent wildlife experience

Danette Breitenbach 12 May 2023

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How ESG can benefit supply chain: Making business and environmental sense

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Mark Wilson 12 May 2023

Sylvester Mokgope has been promoted to marketing manager. Source: Supplied.

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Open Book Festival's Workshop Week returns in June 2023

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Eduvos takes next step in esports for higher education

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Eduvos 12 May 2023

What's shaping SA's spirits consumption this World Cocktail Day?

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What's shaping SA's spirits consumption this World Cocktail Day?

OnPoint PR 12 May 2023

Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town to debut in Zanzibar

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Neela Boutique Hotel Stone Town to debut in Zanzibar

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South African manufacturing output dips slightly in March

11 May 2023

1,500ha of land in the process of being acquired, says human settlements minister

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1,500ha of land in the process of being acquired, says human settlements minister

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Jani Cronjé and Jared de Canha 11 May 2023

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Pandor signals SA's likely move to adopting new global trading currency

Katja Hamilton 11 May 2023

#MusicExchange: Last Days of Disco releases "Right in Front of my Eyes"

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Martin Myers 11 May 2023

Sage survey: SA small businesses remain resilient despite challenges

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11 May 2023

Why React Native is a leading mobile application framework

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Bluegrass Digital 11 May 2023

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Outdoor Network launches its first rotating digital billboard in East London

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Huawei calls for solar industry to work together on high-quality PV benchmarks

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Huawei Technologies 11 May 2023

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Source © Ballito Lifestyle Centre Woolies' response to the recent chicken-mouse incident was spot on says PR experts

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Danette Breitenbach 11 May 2023

The Golden Age for B2B brands with opportunity to untapped a further $1tn of business value

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Lipstick effect predicted to bump up beauty sales this Mother's Day

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11 May 2023

Image supplied. African Bank’s Group chief marketing officer, Sbusiso Kumalo will highlight Africa as a creative force at Cannes 2023

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The winners of the International Council for Advertising Self-Regulation awards. Source: LinkedIn.

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ARB wins ICAS Special Recognition Award

11 May 2023

Source: Shoprite Group

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Prime Hydration: 5 factors that drove the hype

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Woolworths' new electric delivery vans hit the road in green logistics push

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Woolworths' new electric delivery vans hit the road in green logistics push

10 May 2023

Source: © IOL Viasen Soobramoney has been appointed as CEO at IOL

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Viasen Soobramoney appointed IOL CEO

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Modern African design on display at London Craft Week

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10 May 2023

Late copywriter's book The Hidden Star now available in isiXhosa

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10 May 2023

ESG & Sustainability

Food Lover's Market feeds the hungry for only 56c a meal this Hunger Month

11 May 2023

Finance

SA entertainment spend on the up, despite rising food and fuel prices - FNB

10 May 2023

Agriculture

SA's top butcheries honoured at 18th annual Cleaver Awards

11 May 2023

Healthcare

Pharmaceutical manufacturers must hedge against rand volatility

Carlos Martins 11 May 2023

SAISC event addresses challenges key to sectors of the steel industry

Construction & Engineering

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11 May 2023

These countries buy the majority of SA-built cars and bakkies

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Ryan Bubear 10 May 2023

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Mehnaaz Bux and Keah Challenor 10 May 2023

Healthcare

"Change the name. End the stigma": Why it's time to rename HIV

10 May 2023

NetCredit names Pretoria the most affordable capital city in the world

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10 May 2023

File photo: A view shows the Bonny oil terminal in the Niger delta in Port Harcourt, Nigeria 1 August 2018. Reuters/Ron Bousso/File Photo

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Shell wins UK Supreme Court case on 2011 oil spill off Nigerian coast

Estelle Shirbon 10 May 2023

CILTSA conference to explore future of robots in the warehouse, safe racking

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11 May 2023

Congo in discussions with Uganda over use of crude pipeline

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Congo in discussions with Uganda over use of crude pipeline

Elias Biryabarema and Sonia Rolley 11 May 2023

Source: Supplied | Wrenelle Stander, CEO, Wesgro

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Unlocking the full potential of air cargo to lift economic growth

Wrenelle Stander 10 May 2023

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