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 | Absa reports a record-breaking Black Friday, with transactions up 20%, R638,000 single purchase, and 26% rise in overall card transactions... Read |
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 | ISSUED BY PRIMEDIA BROADCASTING Primedia Broadcasting proudly shares the exceptional news of its outstanding performance at the South African Radio Awards, held in Sandton on Saturday, 30 November 2024... Read |
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| |  | JARRED CINMAN In our latest instalment of the AI in Advertising digest, Jarred Cinman and the ACASA Future Industry Group focus on generative video, sharing useful tools, and exploring what this tech means for the industry... Read |
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 | MUSA KALENGA, ISSUED BY BRAVE GROUP AI is a transformative, democratising force in the creative industries because it fosters greater inclusivity and efficiency in marketing... Read |
 | South Africa’s Good Things Guy, Brent Lindeque will host a new weekly show as part of MTN’s 30th anniversary Win-Win Summer campaign. Read |
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| Advertising |
 | ISSUED BY JOE PUBLIC Joe Public once again claimed the spotlight with two prestigious awards at the 2024 AdFocus Awards... Read |
 | PayJustNow has revealed its All the Things marketing campaign, being the first Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) provider in the country to use computer-generated imagery (CGI)... Read |
 | Tourism Business Council of South Africa's Tourism in South Africa with Trevor Noah campaign has come third in the Tourism Destination Country category at the 36th World Tourism Film Awards... Read |
 | In a new study from Warc it has been predicted that global advertising spend is on course to grow 10.7% this year to a total of $1.08trn... Read |
 | NICOLE GLOVER Hybrid work is no longer just a passing trend; it’s become a lasting reality. For advertising agencies, this shift presents both challenges and opportunities... Read |
 | ANKE NEL, Anke Nel, HOD: group media strategy, Rapt Creative says campaigns today should be nimble, and ready to adapt swiftly… Read |
 | ISSUED BY HAVAS JOHANNESBURG Havas, a global advertising and media powerhouse, has appointed Provit Chemmani as the new CEO of Havas Africa... Read |
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 | NIVEN SUBBADU, ISSUED BY BET SOFTWARE As a specialist UI/UX professional, I always believe that good design should be for everyone. For over a billion people living with disabilities worldwide, inclusivity is not just a preference, it’s essential... Read |
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 | NQOBILE DLUDLA Starlink pinged for operating without a license in Namibia, consumer devices confiscated... Read |
 | Petal Ads is partnering with Futuretech, one of Africa’s advertising solutions providers... Read |
 | ELMARIE CRONJE, ISSUED BY EVERLYTIC Everlytic is set to redefine customer communication with its revolutionary AI Studio, using WhatsApp for seamless chatbot interactions... Read |
 | CAYLEY JONES, ISSUED BY HELM Helm UX writer Cayley Jones on inputs, outputs, and embracing AI... Read |
| Direct Marketing |
 | ISSUED BY DMASA The 2024 Assegai Awards celebrated the pinnacle of creativity, innovation, and excellence in South Africa’s marketing industry, shining a spotlight on individuals and teams who push boundaries... Read |
| ESG |
 | From now till 10 December Nedbank’s TV, radio, print, and online adverts will carry a message about the financial abuse that forms part of the gender-based violence crisis in South Africa... Read |
 | Pick n Pay is rolling out more Reverse Vending Machines (RVMs) in stores, and has now integrated Smart Shopper, allowing customers to earn points... Read |
| Events & Conferencing |
 | ISSUED BY THE PUBLICITY WORKSHOP Live Nation, in partnership with Stadium Management South Africa and Gearhouse South Africa, has announced The Dome, a new state-of-the-art venue set to open in Johannesburg in January 2025... Read |
 | ISSUED BY HOWARD AUDIO Get ready to jazz up your holidays with an offer you simply can’t resist! This Black Friday, we're giving you an opportunity to experience ‘A Swingin' Christmas’ at an unbeatable price... Read |
| Film & Cinematography |
 | ISSUED BY GIANT FILMS Explosive, gripping, and unmissable: Death of a Whistleblower makes its NY debut at ADIFF and hits eVOD... Read |
| Marketing |
 | ISSUED BY DENTSU Dentsu SSA proudly announces its groundbreaking designation as a Google Marketing Platform Sales Partner in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA)... Read |
 | WENDY CASE, ISSUED BY INCUBETA The global marketing technology landscape is seeing significant growth as brands turn to technology to help drive performance and profits... Read |
 | Daniel Levy, Flow co-founder and co-CEO says retail media is just the starting point, signalling a shift toward the broader trend of commerce media... Read |
 | ISSUED BY OGILVY SOUTH AFRICA Ogilvy South Africa was the most awarded agency at this year’s Assegai Awards with 46 awards: 12 golds, 11 silvers, 18 bronzes and 5 leaders, across 10 clients... Read |
| Media |
 | KARABO LEDWABA Mduduzi Dlamini, a revered figure in South African journalism known for his incisive reporting on arts, culture, and fashion, passed away on 15 November at the age of 55... Read |
 | This week marks a groundbreaking moment for South Africa’s media landscape with the launch of the Digital News Transformation Fund (DNTF), a partnership between the Association of Independent Publishers (AIP) and Google... Read |
 | ISSUED BY KAGISO MEDIA RADIO Partnering with Kagiso Media Radio, Time Out South Africa will curate the best cultural and culinary experiences for both locals and tourists to inspire and enable them to experience the best of the city and beyond... Read |
 | The Oxford Word of the Year for 2024 is ‘brain rot,’ following a public vote in which more than 37,000 people participated... Read |
| Mobile |
 | LINDSEY SCHUTTERS MTN launches its first self-branded smartphone in South Africa, and it’s the cheapest 5G capable handset… Read |
| Newspapers |
 | After decades as a staple in South African homes, Sowetan is turning a fresh page... Read |
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 | CRAIG SCHWABE As more businesses adopt MAPS data for decision-making, South Africa’s retail market will benefit from improved alignment with consumer demand and a stronger competitive edge.... Read |
 | ISSUED BY TRACTOR OUTDOOR South Africa’s widely known out of home (OOH) and digital out of home (DOOH) media hotspots, such as the CBD, V&A Waterfront and Sandton, are frequent recipients of ad spend... Read |
| PR & Communications |
 | Global Alliance World PR and Communication Awards 2024 have been announced with Re.Bag.Re.Use the only winner from Africa... Read |
 | ISSUED BY HAPPY FRIDAY A new chapter in public relations is being written with the newly established Old Boys Club, an agency on a mission to challenge traditional structures and amplify underrepresented voices... Read |
 | ISSUED BY HOOK, LINE & SINKER PR and marketing professional, Adam Hunter, was named the Small Business Chamber's Entrepreneur Champion, cementing his place among South Africa's most inspiring business leaders... Read |
 | EMMA RIJKERS, ISSUED BY HOOK, LINE & SINKER Recovering from a product flop requires more than bold ideas; it demands a deep understanding of consumer sentiment and a strategic PR approach... Read |
 | ISSUED BY TBWA Magna Carta, one of Africa’s leading reputation management consultancies, took home the overall award for PR Agency of the Year at the much-anticipated AdFocus Awards 2024... Read |
| Promotions & Activations |
 | ISSUED BY DNA BRAND ARCHITECTS One of the top ice tea brands in the world, Lipton Ice Tea is embarking on the ultimate summer of giveaways this summer... Read |
| Publishing |
 | MICHEL VAN RIJMENANT Michel van Rijmenant, CEO of Chimera Creative looks at the changing role of annual reports in driving B2B narratives... Read |
| Radio |
 | ISSUED BY THOTBOX Thotbox is excited to announce its evolution as a leading creative agency dedicated to bridging the gap between brands and African communities... Read |
 | ISSUED BY JACARANDA FM For the first time in its 22-year history, Jacaranda FM has partnered with One Gospel to bring the warmth of the festive season into homes across South Africa... Read |
| Radio & Podcasts |
 | ISSUED BY BROAD MEDIA Bessy Mahopo, CIO for CIB Transformation Programmes at Standard Bank, discusses how the banking industry is evolving in the first interview... Read |
| Research |
 | ISSUED BY ASK AFRIKA For marketers and researchers making critical decisions, the Target Group Index (TGI) offers South Africa’s most robust and comprehensive consumer profiling survey... Read |
| Retail |
 | South Africa’s retail sector has been grappling with weak economic conditions, characterised by stagnant inflation-adjusted GDP over the past five years, persistently high unemployment, and elevated inflation... Read |
| Social Media |
 | The first-ever winners of the METAP region TikTok Ad Awards, which encompass Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Egypt, Turkey, Pakistan and South Africa, have been announced... Read |
 | JEAN BURGESS After Elon Musk bought Twitter (now rebranded X) in 2022, disaffected users began to seek alternatives... Read |
| Sponsorship |
 | ISSUED BY SAPPI TuksSport and the University of Pretoria is proud to announce that Sappi - global pulp and paper group headquartered in South Africa - has come on board as the new naming sponsor of the annual TuksRace. The well -known Pretoria 21/10km event arranged by TuksSport and TuksAthletics, is scheduled for 15 February, and the sponsorship agreement of the Sappi TuksRace will extend from 2025 to 2029... Read |
 | AB InBev is the official beer partner of Fifa Club World Cup 2025... Read |
| TV |
 | ISSUED BY THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY AFRICA National Geographic to premiere four-part documentary special from 28 November... Read |
 | ISSUED BY MULTICHOICE In a decisive move against piracy, MultiChoice and its partners achieved another milestone this November with a successful raid and arrest in Eldorado Park... Read |
| Youth Marketing |
 | SENAMILE ZUNGU AND ZINE MAGADLELA, ISSUED BY KANTAR How long did it take you to figure out what BRAT meant? Or are you still scratching your head wondering why everyone is suddenly obsessed with Stanley Cups – and no, we’re not talking hockey... Read |
| Pendoring |
 | ISSUED BY MACHINE_ Machine, part of the Publicis Groupe, delivered an exceptional performance at the Pendoring Awards, an event celebrating the originality of South African indigenous language creative content and local talent.... Read |
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 | JOE BAVIER, MAYTAAL ANGEL AND MAXWELL AKALAARE ADOMBILA This move follows an overhaul of the country’s cocoa marketing system, which now relies more heavily on private traders to finance and manage the crop amid financial challenges and declining production... Read |
 | Ninety One's $260m ACO Fund 3 launches, targeting African and emerging market private credit investments to foster sustainable development and infrastructure... Read |
 | KATJA HAMILTON Dr. Faustine Ndugulile, WHO Regional Director-elect for Africa, passed away at 55 on 27 November 2024 in India, prompting widespread tributes... Read |
 | Registration is now open for World Travel Market Africa, one of the continent’s premier travel events... Read |
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 | KATJA HAMILTON Sars has introduced biometric facial recognition for new eFiling registrations to enhance security, reduce fraud, and streamline the process for South African citizens... Read |
 | South Africa's R1.92tn commercial real estate market demonstrates resilience, significant growth potential, and investment opportunities, driven by reforms, economic shifts, and innovative property strategies... Read |
 | NQOBILE DLUDLA Vodacom and Remgro are following through on earlier commitment to lodge an appeal to overturn blocked fibre deal... Read |
 | Airlink CEO and managing Director Rodger Foster will step down at the end of March 2025 after nearly 33 years leading the airline. Current CFO de Villiers Engelbrecht will assume the role of CEO starting 1 April 2025... Read |
 | MATTHEW HIRSCH AND JOSEPH CHIRUME The Minister of Home Affairs has extended the ZEP to 28 November 2025... Read |
 | Santam has acquired a 60% stake in MultiChoice’s insurance business, NMSIS, for R925m, expanding its reach and boosting financial inclusion... Read |
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 | GIANLUCA LO NOSTRO AND MATHIAS DE ROZARIO Orange enlists Meta and OpenAI to develop AI language models in Africa... Read |
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