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 | DANIEL STEYN, JOSEPH BRACKEN AND RAYMOND JOSEPH The Gauteng Department of Social Development and the Department of Agriculture, Rural Development and Land Reform, both of which Mbali Hlophe is the MEC for, have funded dozens of paid-for articles (advertorials) in the media promoting her personal leadership... Read |
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 | The Geena Davis Institute has published its latest Cannes report on representation, titled The Power of Portrayal... Read |
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| |  | KARABO LEDWABA In honour of Youth Month, we're spotlighting two emerging talents who have just embarked on their careers in communications... Read |  | KATJA HAMILTON Meet Nokuthula Khumalo, Elastoplast SA's brand manager, blending health advocacy with innovative marketing, like welcoming rugby stars Eben Etzebeth and Ox Nche into the fold to educate on wound care... Read |  | SHAN RADCLIFFE For years, Charlise Finch has dreamed of becoming a legal professional. The opportunity to fulfil this dream is a liberty that was fought for and won by generations past, and - in the wake of her success - is something for which Finch is eternally grateful... Read |  | KATJA HAMILTON Phathutshedzo "Pathu" Ngwana overcame unemployment and challenges, becoming an IT systems operator at Investec through resilience and transformative learnership... Read |  | ISSUED BY SUMITOMO DUNLOP In celebration of Youth Month, 60 Grade 9 learners from Colenso Combined School were led on a fascinating journey into the world of tyre manufacturing at Sumitomo Rubber South Africa’s (SRSA) Dunlop Tyres plant in Ladysmith... Read |  | ISSUED BY PUBLICIS GROUPE AFRICA Publicis Groupe Africa has evolved its youth development and internship programmes to ensure real, sustainable impact and growth for young individuals looking to work in the creative industry across Africa... Read |  | AA-ISHA HASSIEM Mbongo Junior Koyana, CEO at Oryx+Crake, has a postgraduate degree in management from the University of the Witwatersrand... Read |  | ISSUED BY VARSITY VIBE The future of the South African economy rests on the shoulders of our youth, making it crucial to address and illuminate the unemployment crisis they face... Read |  | DANETTE BREITENBACH In conversation with TBWA's Yoshin Leonard on youth matters... Read |  | PREMLIN PILLAY As AI takes over routine tasks in the workplace, the future job market demands innovation, adaptability and continuous learning... Read |  | IMRAN SALIE As Youth Month draws to a close, we are shining the spotlight on young talent one last time... Read |  | IMRAN SALIE At 34 years old, Thamsanqa Tembani is one of the youngest executives at Isuzu South Africa and a member of its managerial team... Read |
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 | LINDSEY SCHUTTERS RIAA has taken legal action against AI music services Suno and Udio for copyright infringement… Read |
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 | ISSUED BY AAA SCHOOL OF ADVERTISING When we look at where advertising stands today, locally, and internationally, there is a thrilling crossroads where technology meets creativity, and humour paves the way for deeper consumer connections... Read |
 | ISSUED BY TOPCO MEDIA Topco Media, a leading B2B media, digital, and events company, unveils the latest highlights for the upcoming Nedbank Top Empowerment Conference, scheduled for 17 and 18 July 2024 in Johannesburg... Read |
| Branding |
 | ISSUED BY HUMAN8 With consumers expecting more and more from brands in the changing world we live
in, many companies are struggling to keep up with the rising expectations and
changing needs of their audiences... Read |
 | LEIGH KELLY ANDREWS AND MARK FISHER, ISSUED BY KANTAR Brand LGBTQ+ allyship is more important than ever. This short article sets out the case for allyship based on the data from Kantar’s partnerships with GLAAD, Diva magazine and Global Monitor... Read |
 | ISSUED BY MOTHERLAND OMNI Motherland OMNi understands that authenticity in brand messaging is crucial for brand success in the community. As a community and brand experience partner, we are dedicated to assisting businesses in distinguishing themselves and becoming genuine leaders in their communities... Read |
 | To celebrate three decades in the telematics and vehicle tracking industry, Netstar has revealed a brand refresh to mark the anniversary... Read |
 | KARABO LEDWABA Uncle Waffles, the talented DJ and entertainer has successfully built her brand through a variety of strategic and impactful actions that have catapulted her from Southern Africa to the world... Read |
 | ISSUED BY EPIC LION Some of the world’s most exciting growth markets are in Southern and East Africa. Urbanisation, digitalisation and global access are shifting mindsets and linking people to broader prospects and income potential. Out of this, a middle class emerges that is optimistic about the future, has access to more opportunities than previous generations, and is generally curious and hungry for exciting new offerings... Read |
| CRM, CX, UX |
 | ISSUED BY LOCATION BANK Real-time updates and centralised data eliminated discrepancies across online channels, SEO-
friendly features and reporting tools enhanced tracking and analysis... Read |
| Design |
 | In celebration of Mandela Day, 67 designers will unite nationwide to design 67 logos, for 67 small businesses.... Read |
| Digital |
 | MIKE BRYER Zapper champions QR codes for seamless payment experiences, emphasising convenience, security, and merchant-customer dialogue amid evolving digital payment landscapes... Read |
 | Netcare’s CareOn digital platform set to revolutionise healthcare globally... Read |
 | The Mama Money card, integrated with WhatsApp, offers international transfers, utility payments, and advanced security, simplifying banking for South African immigrants... Read |
 | ISSUED BY HAPPY FRIDAY The Happy Friday Group, a collective movement born out of the commitment to redefine workplace dynamics in the creative industry, is proud to announce its official launch... Read |
 | ISSUED BY OGILVY SOUTH AFRICA Ogilvy South Africa has been recognised by the Effie Index Awards as both the Most Effective Brand and the Most Effective Agency Network in South Africa... Read |
| Education |
 | ISSUED BY RED & YELLOW Join us for an insightful and engaging session at Red & Yellow, where we are committed to shaping the leaders, inventors, creators, and entrepreneurs of tomorrow. Ashley Young, our head of sales, will introduce you to the essence of Red & Yellow and our mission to prepare the next generation for the future of work... Read |
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 | ISSUED BY THE FOSCHINI GROUP It has been estimated that a woman is killed in South Africa every four hours, and at least half of them murdered by an intimate partner - five times higher than the global average... Read |
| Events & Conferencing |
 | Entries for this year’s Vodacom Journalist of the Year Awards (VJOY) open 10 July. Entrants can choose from 12 categories in which to enter... Read |
 | PMI will unveil the project skills it helps professionals sharpen during their work in some of the world's most complex industries... Read |
 | Suzanne Powers has been announced as the 2024 Creative Strategy and Transformative Business Impact Jury President... Read |
| Marketing |
 | ISSUED BY DMASA Everybody loves an award – and winning agencies almost always get a second look... Read |
 | ISSUED BY TAG COLLECTIVE Founded by entrepreneurs in Africa for Africa, The Tag Collective is dedicated to helping businesses grow with a belief in the future of South Africa and building a sustainable future.. Read |
 | DASHNI VILAKAZI The world of influencer marketing can be confusing, especially in a dynamic market like South Africa. While it offers numerous benefits, such as reaching new audiences and building brand loyalty, the sector also presents several challenges... Read |
 | ISSUED BY PREBO DIGITAL Prebo Digital and Mr Price Home's collaboration is built on a strong alignment of values, fostering a solid foundation for this partnership... Read |
| Media |
 | CANDY DEMPERS, ISSUED BY MEDIAHEADS 360 The Goo Goo Dolls are coming in December and I won’t be buying a ticket. They’re not my jam... Read |
 | The Fundza Literacy Trust has announced the continuation of its Fellowship Programme for South African youth passionate about writing and content creation... Read |
 | ISSUED BY SPARK MEDIA Despite some national print titles being under pressure, local media still enjoys strong support... Read |
 | MARILETTE PRETORIUS, ISSUED BY RED & YELLOW If there's one thing that spreads like wildfire, it's fake news, misinformation, and disinformation on digital platforms. The notorious trend hit South Africa hard in the lead-up to our recent democratic election... Read |
| Online Media |
 | ISSUED BY BIZCOMMUNITY.COM The second quarter of the year and the annual industry events calendar for 2024 is upon us! Read |
| OOH |
 | ISSUED BY PROVANTAGE This installation marks the 21st digital rotator in Outdoor Network’s growing footprint, expanding Outdoor Network’s national reach and providing advertisers with targeted and engaging advertising solutions... Read |
| Radio |
 | ISSUED BY ALGOA FM Popular Algoa FM presenter Kea Zawadi is about to become the first female presenter of the award-winning Algoa FM Top 30... Read |
 | ISSUED BY PRIMEDIA BROADCASTING Primedia Group has announced that Primedia Sport will be led by Tobie Badenhorst as vice president from July 2024... Read |
 | ISSUED BY EAST COAST RADIO East Coast Radio (ECR), KZN’s No.1 Hit Music Station, is thrilled to announce its refreshed line-up, designed to deliver unparalleled entertainment and engagement to listeners across KwaZulu-Natal (KZN). This strategic update introduces fresh talent while maintaining consistency by retaining listeners' favourite radio personalities... Read |
| Retail |
 | VANESSA BOSMAN Welcome to neuromarketing - the science that can help agencies and marketers understand and control this moment of inception... Read |
 | ISSUED BY KANTAR Tracking households’ FMCG purchase decisions and usage provides a unique, complete view of consumers in the market... Read |
| Social Media |
 | ISSUED BY ORNICO The highly anticipated Social Media Landscape Report will be released on Friday, 28 June 2024... Read |
 | ISSUED BY ARORA ONLINE Recognising the increasingly powerful role that TikTok plays, Jekyll and Hide enlisted social media experts Arora Online to launch their TikTok account in a way that would add value and deliver results... Read |
 | ALEXANDER BRAND Less than three months ago, I decided to venture into the world of Instagram and TikTok. Last week, one of the videos hit over 2.5m views... Read |
| The One Club of Creativity |
 | Lufuno Mavhungu who is a creative director and partner at Promise Agency Johannesburg is the South African representative... Read |
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 | ISAAC ANYAOGU Nigeria on Tuesday announced a ban on single-use plastics in government offices as a prelude to a nationwide ban set to begin in January next year, a move that could stir a storm in a country hugely dependent on plastics... Read |
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 | President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed John Steenhuisen, leader of the Democratic Alliance (DA), as the new Minister of Agriculture, with Rosemary Capa as his Deputy... Read |
 | NELSON BANYA Poultry producer Rainbow Chicken began trading on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange today, Wednesday, 26 June, following its unbundling from RCL Foods... Read |
 | ALWYN PRETORIUS Hghlighting the evolving role of financial officers as strategic advisors in businesses, with an emphasis on the need for digitisation, collaboration, and modern reporting tools... Read |
 | The NCOP Rules Committee restructured its select committees from 11 to 10, creating Governance, Economic, Finance, Social, and Security clusters. The Social Cluster now has two committees... Read |
 | KATJA HAMILTON Enoch Godongwana continues as South Africa's Finance Minister under President Ramaphosa's newly announced National Executive for the seventh Democratic Administration... Read |
 | RAYMOND PARSONS The new GNU Cabinet announced by President Ramaphosa boosts business and investor confidence, with markets likely to respond positively... Read |
 | ANDRE CILLIERS President Ramaphosa's 32-minister cabinet was revealed, strengthening the rand by 0.5% to R18.09. Gold dipped; oil rose on weak Chinese data... Read |
 | REO BOTES The recent enactment of the NHI Bill aims for universal healthcare but requires years of financial and infrastructural development; no immediate changes are necessary... Read |
 | ABIGAIL MOYO Stats SA's latest employment data reveal a grim reality: 67,000 job losses in Q1 2024, marking a persistent crisis amid sectoral declines and minimal government intervention... Read |
 | Afreximbank has signed deals totalling $80m with CBZ Bank to strengthen financial intermediaries, support SMEs, and enhance Zimbabwe's trade activities and foreign exchange... Read |
 | In May 2024, nominal take-home pay increased by 10% from a year ago, with average salaries reaching R15,888, reflecting improved business conditions... Read |
 | GRAEME PALMER The Covid-19 pandemic caused a rapid and widespread adoption of video conferencing platforms such as Teams and Zoom. As governments worldwide implemented social distancing measures and encouraged remote work, organisations swiftly turned to virtual collaboration tools to maintain productivity and connectivity... Read |
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