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Inflationary pressures see alcohol and fast food purchases decline

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Bash acquires the Zando.co.za domain

Why South Africa is the most expensive country for international money transfers

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Tyla makes history at the 2024 MTV EMAs

Urgent warning as fake Ozempic infiltrates South African market

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#Loeries: Offical After-Party

#Loeries: Offical After-Party

#Loeries: Awards Night 2

#Loeries: Awards Night 2

Birdwatching at The Loeries Episode 3: The Energy Episode

#Loeries: International Seminar of Creativity

#Loeries: International Seminar of Creativity

Derya Matras was announced as Meta’s vice president of Europe, the Middle East and Africa (Image supplied)

New Meta EMEA VP looks to unlock region’s potential

Source: © 123rf The number of people living alone has grown steadily over the past few decades. Brands have a real opportunity to target this audience

Marketers optimistic as Warc forecasts global ad spend of $1.15tr in 2025

For advertisers, South African sports fanaticism presents a unique opportunity, as the country’s Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Middleweight champion, Dricus du Plessis proves (Image supplied: Picture: Jeff Bottari/Zuff LLC via Getty)

Dricus du Plessis a viewer magnet for local sports fans; an advertising opportunity

How skater brand Bullyboy found a place in Cape Town's heart through viral campaignKarabo Ledwaba

Merchant Capital’s Here We Grow campaign was conceived to redefine how South African SMEs perceive growth capital (Image supplied)

#BehindtheCampaign: Merchant Capital’s Here We Grow campaign reflects SMEs' entrepreneurial journey

Angela Wamola, head of GSMA for sub-Saharan Africa presents the latest GSMA report.

GSMA report spotlights Africa’s ‘billion strong digital divide’Lindsey Schutters

Tyla makes history at the 2024 MTV EMAs

Tyla makes history at the 2024 MTV EMAs

Source: © 123rf Financial Narrative has launched the Financial Narrative Independent Agency Network, a new global network of independent marketing and communications consultancies

Financial Narrative launches specialist financial services communications consultancy

Mateen Suliman, Business Development Executive at new-age systems and solutions integrator, +OneX (Image supplied)

Key campaign insight + medium-first execution = Cannes Lion Grand PrixMateen Suliman

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TV advertising still king, US-based SMMEs reap rewardsKarabo Ledwaba

Source: © 123rf South Africans are demonstrating resilience and adaptability in response to inflationary pressures, but this has led to a decline in alcohol and fast food purchases

Inflationary pressures see alcohol and fast food purchases declineDanette Breitenbach

Outstanding Performance 2024 winner Deli Malinga from Umkhokha – The Curse (Image supplied)

Best of local talent named at the National Film & TV Awards South Africa 2024

#OrchidsandOnions: Spar reminds us why we're special with Christmas ad

#OrchidsandOnions: Spar reminds us why we're special with Christmas adBrendan Seery

Boxer formally announces its intention to list on JSE

Boxer formally announces its intention to list on JSE

Malatsi follows through on DA policy plans in withdrawal of SABC Bill

Malatsi follows through on DA policy plans in withdrawal of SABC BillLindsey Schutters

Source: © 123rf Competition for viewership remains fragmented across various platforms, as multi-platform behaviour highlights high levels of social media interaction while watching television and radio listening

Maps highlights high levels of social media interaction while watching TV and radio listeningDanette Breitenbach

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SAB triumphs with 9 Effie Awards, cementing its position as SA's Most Effective Marketer

SAB triumphs with 9 Effie Awards, cementing its position as SA's Most Effective MarketerSouth African Breweries

The dolls are marketed to children. Source: Mattel.

Mattel scrambles after Wicked doll packaging links to explicit site

Christophe Deloire was the head of media freedom group Reporters Without Borders (RSF). Source: RSF.

Meet the world's bravest reporters at CPJ's 34th annual awards, hosted by John Oliver

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Cannes Lions 2025 to boost creative diversity with €2m funding

Source: © Cottonbro Studio There is uncertainty for advertisers on TikTok as the platform's future hangs in the balance with Trump’s return to power

Uncertainty for TikTok advertisers with Trump’s return to power

State of the Retail Nation Q3: Consumer confidence starts to recover ahead of Black Friday

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Empowering designers the Nando’s way: Andani.Africa celebrates emerging creatives in the sector

Empowering designers the Nando’s way: Andani.Africa celebrates emerging creatives in the sectorAndani.Africa

Last night, Thursday 8 November, the national winners of the 2024 Vodacom Journalist of the Year Awards’ (VJOY) were honoured at a ceremony in Johannesburg (Image supplied)

News24 journalists take top honours in 2024 Vodacom Journalist of the Year Awards

Source: © 123rf The number of people living alone has grown steadily over the past few decades. Brands have a real opportunity to target this audience

Marketers optimistic as Warc forecasts global ad spend of $1.15tr in 2025

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For advertisers, South African sports fanaticism presents a unique opportunity, as the country’s Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Middleweight champion, Dricus du Plessis proves (Image supplied: Picture: Jeff Bottari/Zuff LLC via Getty)

Dricus du Plessis a viewer magnet for local sports fans; an advertising opportunity

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African creatives score spots in Rolex Mentor and Protégé Arts Initiative

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Nadia Bulbulia inducted into Radio Awards Hall of Fame

13 Sep 2022

Image supplied. Chicke Licken's SoulSister campaign d shows the SoulSister ‘effect’ involuntarily taking over Mzansi

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New postgrad degree for future-focused design leaders

Vega School 13 Sep 2022

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Arora Online 13 Sep 2022

ESPN Africa and Play.co.za sign multi-event sponsorship

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The Walt Disney Company Africa 13 Sep 2022

Southfields acquires global consultancy, Migration

Southfields acquires global consultancy, Migration

Southfields 13 Sep 2022

Long-term digital marketing - the winning strategy

Long-term digital marketing - the winning strategy

Broad Media 13 Sep 2022

Should brands be buying metaverse advertising real estate?

Should brands be buying metaverse advertising real estate?

Richard Frank 12 Sep 2022

Why data management is key to unlocking the digital transition of African banks

Why data management is key to unlocking the digital transition of African banks

Gary Allemann 12 Sep 2022

Report: Young Africans not spending money on local creative work

12 Sep 2022

Image supplied. This month the 5FM Drive team launched their sixth edition of the heritage tour, a series of outside broadcasts that focus on showcasing the country’s top (and perhaps some “not so top”!) destinations

5FM's Heritage Tour takes radio to listeners

12 Sep 2022

Image supplied. Art and Activism: In December last year, activists began a successful campaign against Shell’s attempt to prospect for gas off the Eastern Cape Wild Coast, amplifying it with short films, street art and even dedicated music tracks which helped to bring more people out to support frontline communities, and help protect our marine life. It is this creative energy that the Climate Story Lab aims to harness

Southern African creatives called on to make an impact on the climate crisis

12 Sep 2022

#OrchidsandOnions: Bravo to uniquely South African ads

#OrchidsandOnions: Bravo to uniquely South African ads

Brendan Seery 12 Sep 2022

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Parodies in advertising: Addressing the hippo in the room

Jani Cronjé and Jared de Canha 12 Sep 2022

Campaign calls for warning labels on foods high in unhealthy ingredients

Campaign calls for warning labels on foods high in unhealthy ingredients

12 Sep 2022

Ads are coming to Netflix soon - here's what we can expect and what that means for the streaming industry

Oliver Eklund 12 Sep 2022

Image supplied. All the inaugural DStv content Creators Awards winners

All the DStv Content Creator Awards winners

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Fresh line-up at Algoa FM

Fresh line-up at Algoa FM

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Hoorah Digital welcomes Distell's premium Cruz Vodka to its portfolio of brands

Hoorah Digital welcomes Distell's premium Cruz Vodka to its portfolio of brands

Hoorah Digital 12 Sep 2022

East Coast Radio wins top accolade at the Most Awards

East Coast Radio wins top accolade at the Most Awards

East Coast Radio 12 Sep 2022

Judges of the IAS Agency Credentials Award announced

Judges of the IAS Agency Credentials Award announced

DMASA 12 Sep 2022

The marketing technology nexus and the power of Thrivers

The marketing technology nexus and the power of Thrivers

De Wet Bisschoff, Stone 12 Sep 2022

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The Pendoring Awards are now open for entries!

9 Sep 2022

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Queen Elizabeth II: the end of the 'new Elizabethan age'

Laura Clancy 9 Sep 2022

#LunchtimeMarketing: E-marketing to consumers and Amazon's influence

#LunchtimeMarketing: E-marketing to consumers and Amazon's influence

9 Sep 2022

All the winners of the Most Awards 2022!

9 Sep 2022

Ogilvy appoints Devika Bulchandani global chief executive officer

Ogilvy appoints Devika Bulchandani global chief executive officer

Ogilvy South Africa 9 Sep 2022

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African creatives score spots in Rolex Mentor and Protégé Arts Initiative

African creatives score spots in Rolex Mentor and Protégé Arts Initiative

13 Sep 2022

Why data management is key to unlocking the digital transition of African banks

Why data management is key to unlocking the digital transition of African banks

Gary Allemann 12 Sep 2022

Report: Young Africans not spending money on local creative work

12 Sep 2022

Image supplied. Art and Activism: In December last year, activists began a successful campaign against Shell’s attempt to prospect for gas off the Eastern Cape Wild Coast, amplifying it with short films, street art and even dedicated music tracks which helped to bring more people out to support frontline communities, and help protect our marine life. It is this creative energy that the Climate Story Lab aims to harness

Southern African creatives called on to make an impact on the climate crisis

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Equipping Black property leaders to take their place in the SA economy

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Equipping Black property leaders to take their place in the SA economy

Bathobile Chime 12 Sep 2022

Wind energy allocation doubled for REIPPPP Bid Window 6

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Wind energy allocation doubled for REIPPPP Bid Window 6

12 Sep 2022

Seedstars Africa Ventures names Bruce Nsereko-Lule as a general partner

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Seedstars Africa Ventures names Bruce Nsereko-Lule as a general partner

12 Sep 2022

New government tax on car tyres hits consumers hard

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New government tax on car tyres hits consumers hard

12 Sep 2022

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Parodies in advertising: Addressing the hippo in the room

Jani Cronjé and Jared de Canha 12 Sep 2022

Cape Town rings in #TourismMonth with several initiatives for locals

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Cape Town rings in #TourismMonth with several initiatives for locals

Robin Fredericks 12 Sep 2022

Unveiled: The all-new Honda BR-V

Automotive

Unveiled: The all-new Honda BR-V

Naresh Maharaj 12 Sep 2022

Campaign calls for warning labels on foods high in unhealthy ingredients

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Campaign calls for warning labels on foods high in unhealthy ingredients

12 Sep 2022

African nations push for more climate finance ahead of COP27

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African nations push for more climate finance ahead of COP27

Aidan Lewis 12 Sep 2022

Source: Crédit Agricole Group

Finance

Credit Agricole takes majority stake in Egypt subsidiary

Patrick Werr 12 Sep 2022

Mine dam wall in Free State collapses, killing 1 and injuring 40

Energy & Mining

Mine dam wall in Free State collapses, killing 1 and injuring 40

Nqobile Dludla 12 Sep 2022

#TourismMonth: Rebuilding SA's tourism sector

Tourism & Travel

#TourismMonth: Rebuilding SA's tourism sector

Robin Fredericks 12 Sep 2022

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HR & Management

Top Employers Institute launches World of Work Trends Report 2022

9 Sep 2022

Source: Dr Carolyn Chinsinga.

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Real-time data monitoring drives superior hospital-at-home care

Katja Hamilton 9 Sep 2022

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Have your say on Spectrum Policy

9 Sep 2022

Retail

Impact of inflation on food retailers vs manufacturers

Dhersan Chetty 9 Sep 2022

2 new judges join PG Bison 1.618 Education Initiative panel

Construction & Engineering

2 new judges join PG Bison 1.618 Education Initiative panel

9 Sep 2022

How Hyundai became the world's 3rd biggest car company

Automotive

How Hyundai became the world's 3rd biggest car company

Lance Branquinho 9 Sep 2022

The metaverse reality check that businesses need

ICT

The metaverse reality check that businesses need

Pankaj Bhula 9 Sep 2022

Retail property mildly more pressured in Q2, Covid-19 impacts not over yet

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Retail property mildly more pressured in Q2, Covid-19 impacts not over yet

John Loos 9 Sep 2022

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Education

ACU pays tribute to the late Queen Elizabeth II

9 Sep 2022

Finance

Dollar retreats in Asian markets

Andre Cilliers 9 Sep 2022

Western Cape targets US to increase trade between destinations

Tourism & Travel

Western Cape targets US to increase trade between destinations

9 Sep 2022

#OnTheBigScreen: The retelling and reshowing of classics

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#OnTheBigScreen: The retelling and reshowing of classics

Daniel Dercksen 9 Sep 2022

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Legal

The complex indirect tax challenges of NFTs in South Africa

Jana Botha and Francis Mayebe 9 Sep 2022

Nigerian oil workers threaten to strike if government doesn't stem theft

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Nigerian oil workers threaten to strike if government doesn't stem theft

Camillus Eboh 9 Sep 2022

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Country's top-rated olive oils announced at SA Olive Awards 2022

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