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| Cannes Lions |
 | Ogilvy and Halo are named in the latest shortlists released by Cannes Lions... Read |
 | DANETTE BREITENBACH Cannes Lions 2024 has awarded its first Grands Prix... Read |
 | The first Silver and Bronze Lions have been announced at the Cannes Lions 2024... Read |
 | DANETTE BREITENBACH Promise Agency has a second entry shortlist for The Vluit Project at Cannes Lions... Read |
 | DANETTE BREITENBACH TBWA\Hunt\Lascaris and Joe Public were again shortlisted on the third day of the Cannes Lions releasing shortlists... Read |
 | DANETTE BREITENBACH Four South African agencies feature in the shortlists released for the Cannes Lions 2024... Read |
 | The Loudest Roar, the space for young talents to vote for their Cannes favourites, is back... Read |
 | CARL WILLOUGHBY Cannes 2024. What a start. We are back. Attendance is at at an all-time high and clearly, so is the standard of the work... Read |
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| |  | KHENSANI NOBANDA Khensani Nobanda, IAB SA Bookmark Awards jury president and group executive for group marketing and corporate affairs at Nedbank says the digital marketing landscape is a canvas stretched wide... Read |  | Tickets for both the Bookmark Awards 2024 ceremony and the Finalists’ Showcase are now available... Read |  | ISSUED BY PUBLICIS GROUPE AFRICA The IAB Bookmark Awards measure not only excellence in craft and original, innovative work, but true effectiveness in the digital media and marketing industry. Publicis Groupe Africa is proud to have 12 jury members from the group across eight different panels... Read |
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 | ISSUED BY IMC CONFERENCE This year Africa’s biggest marketing conference, the Nedbank IMC, is all about challenges and how to keep pace with an industry constantly catching up to change... Read |
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 | ISSUED BY HEINEKEN BEVERAGES In a world where frustration levels can reach boiling point faster than you can say: ‘Savanna Premium Cider’, South Ahhs favourite cider is here to cool things down with the crisp, witty, and expressive Anger Manenja... Read |
 | Under Armour's latest campaign, To the greatest team the world has never seen pays tribute to the unsung heroes of sport... Read |
 | ISSUED BY JOE PUBLIC Nedbank’s latest campaign is centred on a game-changing idea for a financial institution: allowing customers to bank their time, and not just their money. This is based on the insight that time is more valuable than money... Read |
 | Pinterest is gaining commercial traction at an accelerating pace, marking its swiftest surge in both advertising revenue and monthly active user (MAU) growth since 2021... Read |
 | DAWN ROWLANDS, ISSUED BY DENTSU In today's market, fostering a connected creative society and business environment in Africa is crucial. Creativity transcends industries - from media and data to advertising... Read |
 | Eleven mentees from Ghana, Kenya, Mauritius, and South Africa are among 200 participants in the London International Awards - Creative LIAisons Virtual Coaching programme... Read |
 | White Square International Festival of Creativity has announced the winners for its 2024 awards... Read |
 | ISSUED BY BROAD MEDIA BusinessTech has seen a record number of advertising campaigns being booked with it in Q1... Read |
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 | ISSUED BY AHEAD MARKETING SERVICES Who would give up a coveted advertising job in New York to come home to start to fix Jozi? Not many, but then Melusi Mhlungu isn’t your regular, run-of-the-mill creative... Read |
| Branding |
 | DANETTE BREITENBACH Brand South Africa's Today I woke up in South Africa is the campaign that has resonated with South Africans over the past 30 years... Read |
 | ISSUED BY KANTAR Apple marks an historic milestone, becoming the world’s first trillion-dollar brand, according to the newly released Kantar BrandZ Most Valuable Global Brands Report 2024... Read |
 | KARABO LEDWABA We sit down with marketer Silke Bucker, senior director for the Coca-Cola category, about the brand's first 100% made-in-Africa product, Coca-Cola Wozzaah Zero Sugar... Read |
 | TT Mbha, a man of many talents and an unwavering commitment to social causes, is set to drive Subaru's values forward with his unique flair... Read |
| CRM, CX, UX |
 | GARY BOWERS & SHAUN SHEHAB Retailers need to keep costs under control and reduce complexity in economic conditions that can best be described as uncertain and challenging... Read |
 | The Customer Experience Africa Awards (CXAs) have swiftly become one of the continent’s most esteemed platform, recognising the trailblazers and visionaries who are redefining the standards of customer service and engagement... Read |
| Design |
 | Bos Ice Tea and Monkeybiz have announced a partnership to show the importance of communities and share the African spirit with the world through art and design... Read |
| Digital |
 | ISSUED BY BRAVE GROUP African excellence is taking its rightful spot on the global stage as the continent’s development and prosperity continue to accelerate... Read |
 | ISSUED BY ROGERWILCO Digital marketing agency Rogerwilco welcomes Dominic Anschutz to the board of its UK-based parent company, Rogerwilco Limited... Read |
 | Manuela Dias De Deus founder of the DStv Content Creators Awards talks about the evolution of the awards... Read |
| Education |
 | ISSUED BY IGNITION GROUP Ignition Group, in collaboration with The Learn Project, has been enhancing literacy and reading programmes in less privileged schools since 2022... Read |
| ESG |
 | Ocean Basket's innovative partnership with Abalobi has transformed small-scale fishing communities in South Africa, ensuring fair prices, sustainable practices, and improved food security... Read |
 | The Future Supplier Initiative offers a collective financing model to support deep decarbonisation in the apparel sector... Read |
| Events & Conferencing |
 | ISSUED BY TOPCO MEDIA The Standard Bank Top Women EmpowHER Conference, hosted by Topco Media, took place at the elegant Rockefeller Hotel on 23 May, bringing together an inspiring array of female entrepreneurs and business leaders... Read |
 | ISSUED BY HOWARD AUDIO From the producers that brought you Swingle Bells - don’t miss Swingin' Las Vegas - live on stage at The Teatro, Montecasino for eight shows only - from 12-21 July 2024... Read |
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 | ISSUED BY HEINEKEN BEVERAGES New stories and voices for the South African stage are essential if theatre is to reflect the hearts and minds of the country’s people... Read |
 | The recent surge in child pornography cases in SA underscores the urgent need for robust measures to combat child online sexual exploitation... Read |
| Marketing |
 | JHENE NEL A few years ago, as the whispers of artificial intelligence (AI) began to permeate the marketing sector, there was a palpable mix of excitement and skepticism... Read |
 | DR NIKOLAI REYNOLDS Ipsos global head of product testing Dr Nikolai Reynolds examines the use of AI in the market research industry... Read |
 | ISSUED BY DMASA We are thrilled to announce an exciting new addition to the Assegai Awards for 2024. In response to numerous requests from our valued community, we are introducing a new entry category: Influencer Marketing... Read |
 | CAROLINE HILLARY, ISSUED BY DARKMATTER Have you ever considered that the key element missing from your B2B marketing strategy might be an influencer... Read |
| Media |
 | NQOBILE DLUDLA South African pay television company MultiChoice Group swung into a R706m loss before tax in the year to March, it said on Wednesday, hit by currency volatility and weak consumer spending... Read |
 | ISSUED BY PRIMEDIA BROADCASTING Primedia Cares, the corporate social investment arm of Primedia Broadcasting, has chosen PinkDrive NPC, a recognised leader in cancer screening and awareness... Read |
 | OMBUD WATCHER The Press Council has dismissed News24’s complaint against Sunday Independent. But News24 may feel aggrieved that the Deputy Press Ombud did not call a hearing where Independent could have had the opportunity to prove the existence of one of its commentators. Read |
 | ISSUED BY IKAWU MEDIA Ikawu Media, a full-service biddable agency, proudly announces the appointment of Zia Namooya as partner. Namooya will lead the company's expansion efforts across Africa, leveraging his extensive experience to drive growth for Ikawu Media and its subsidiaries... Read |
| Mobile |
 | LINDSEY SCHUTTERS Apple Introduces 'Apple Intelligence' and overhauls operating systems… Read |
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 | EL BROIDE The Platinum Club’s El Broide shares a few key reasons why the travel industry should embrace PR to get ahead, stand out, and ensure customers have a positive perception... Read |
 | ISSUED BY HOOK, LINE & SINKER In a strategic move to enhance brand visibility and market presence, leading tech company Cisco South Africa has announced the appointment of Hook, Line & Sinker (HLS) as its trusted PR partner... Read |
| Printing |
 | ANTON OOSTHUIZEN, ISSUED BY QUICKEASY SOFTWARE In the fast-paced and competitive world of printing, efficiency is key. Yet, many printing companies in South Africa still rely on disparate systems for their accounting, estimating, and production processes... Read |
| Promotions & Activations |
 | Ster-Kinekor is continuing Throwback Cinema through June and into July... Read |
 | Jägermeister has launched an immersive pop-up experience in Braamfontein, Johannesburg. This initiative brings the e-commerce shop, "Meister Market," into the physical realm... Read |
 | Sasko’s limited Kwazulu-Natal (KZN) Youth Day campaign, #BreakingBreadwithYouth, looks to bridge the generational gap by sharing slices of wisdom... Read |
| Retail |
 | Stokka Fela's primary focus is the selling and distribution of national and international brands to spaza shops... Read |
 | Nine out of 10 consumers opt for at least one of 10 fast food outlets; 1.4 million South Africans prefer having takeaways delivered... Read |
 | Yda van Gass, chief executive of planning at Ackermans, shares insights on how the clothing retail industry is evolving in South Africa... Read |
 | TFG revealed its annual financial results for the year ending 31 March 2024, demonstrating the retailer’s continued operating strength despite macroeconomic headwinds in all territories... Read |
 | Strong performance from the US subsidiary, Daybrook, and a solid performance from the Lucky Star brand contributed to a strong first half for the Oceana Group... Read |
 | Group buying, a concept deeply rooted in community and cooperation, has been a longstanding practice in societies worldwide... Read |
 | Woodlands Dairy, producers of the High Protein Recovery (HPR) drink, has partnered with Springbok rugby player, Manie Libbok... Read |
 | Bull Brand has launched three new ready-to-eat canned mince meals: Bolognaise Mince, Chilli Mince and Savoury Mince... Read |
| Streaming |
 | In 2023, the South African dance genre Amapiano surpassed 1.4 billion streams on Spotify... Read |
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 | Angela Russell, CEO of DF-SA, discusses the newly relaunched Communications Code of Conduct, and the important step forward that it takes in encouraging ethical and responsible communication, promotion, and brand marketing in the alcohol industry... Read |
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 | The World Bank approved a $2.25bn loan for Nigeria to stabilise its economy, support reforms, and assist the poor amidst inflation... Read |
 | ALAN DIXON New research has found that smallholder farmers in Malawi can grow bigger maize crops if they plant maize with legumes in deep beds with natural ditches to catch water... Read |
 | MAYTAAL ANGEL AND MAXWELL AKALAARE ADOMBILA The world's second largest cocoa producer Ghana is looking to delay delivery of up to 350,000 tonnes of beans to next season due to poor crops... Read |
 | The Southern African Development Community (SADC) Business Council Tourism Alliance is voicing strong opposition to Namibia's planned restrictive visa policies. The Alliance warns these policies could cripple the nation's tourism sector and hinder economic growth... Read |
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 | The NHI Bill aims for Universal Health Coverage in South Africa, yet misconceptions threaten medical schemes. Expert analysis disputes these claims, advocating for balanced healthcare reform... Read |
 | President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed into law the National Land Transport Amendment Bill, the Economic Regulation of Transport Bill, and the Municipal Fiscal Powers and Functions Amendment Bill... Read |
 | Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Ebrahim Patel, has designated Hardin Ratshisusu as acting deputy commissioner and acting commissioner of the National Consumer Commission... Read |
 | TANIA BROUGHTON The tribunal, however, finds that it is gross negligence to fail to deliver 27 judgments within accepted time-frames... Read |
 | The Department of Transport says it is on track to deliver a new driver's licence card and printing equipment for the country... Read |
 | KATJA HAMILTON The 50-year petro-dollar deal between the US and Saudi Arabia expired on 9 June... Read |
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