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Real stories, real influence, real Africa
By Albert Makoeng, Managing Director of Nfinity Influencer Group Brands venturing into the African market are quickly discovering one thing: you can’t buy authenticity. You must earn it. Award-winning influencer […]
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Local male celebrities share mental health journeys as Jacaranda FM launches #SafeSpace campaign
Jacaranda FM and October Health are teaming up for the third consecutive year to champion men’s wellness through their #SafeSpace campaign launched on Breakfast With Martin Bester – Jacaranda FM’s award winning breakfast […]
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Transformation in South Africa’s advertising industry: Moving beyond compliance to genuine change
By Sharleen James, Chairperson of the Association for Communication and Advertising (ACA) & Associate Director at Accenture Song The debate on transformation in South Africa’s advertising industry touches on a […]
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Coca-Cola ad campaigns during Q3 2024 celebrate culture, togetherness and refreshment, reveals GlobalData
Coca-Cola’s advertising campaigns during the third quarter (Q3) (01 July to 30 September) of 2024 showcased a diverse range of strategies tailored to specific cultural contexts and demographics. This targeted […]
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Proudly South African and Adreach announce strategic partnership to uplift local businesses
Proudly South African and Adreach are excited to announce a strategic partnership aimed at uplifting local businesses and benefitting the South African economy. This partnership reflects a shared commitment from […]
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To realise the promise of AI in Africa, we need to make AI work for workers
By Zuko Mdwaba, Salesforce area vice president/Africa executive and South Africa country leader Just as generative AI continues to open opportunities for businesses in Africa to change customer experiences and […]
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Pay-as-you-go everything – innovation, the African way
In a Johannesburg township lives an entrepreneur; one who is going about his business in a uniquely African way. Miles Kubheka’s business, “Gcwalisa” is a shipping container-based retail outlet kitted out with […]
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Seasoned PR leader, Katie Andrews, takes the helm at Irvine Partners, London
Irvine Partners, a leading creative communications agency with a presence across the UK, Europe and the global South, has appointed Katie Andrews, a seasoned PR leader and former Head of […]
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You’ve been doing QR Codes wrong – Here’s the evolution you didn’t see coming
If you’re still using those old, boring, single-purpose QR codes, we’ve got news for you – QR Fox is here to make your world fully shoppable, engaging and interactive. From […]
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Penquin celebrates big wins at the 2024 Assegai Awards
Penquin, the brand and communication agency known for its strategic and innovative approach, celebrated several prestigious wins at the 2024 Assegai Awards, held at The Venue in Melrose Arch last […]
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A transformative journey in action
As a leading out-of-home media, marketing services and business solutions company, Provantage has consistently remained committed to creating sustainable opportunities for all South Africans through its Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment […]
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South African Breweries cements its position as SA’s most effective marketer with nine Effie Awards
South African Breweries (SAB) solidified its standing as South Africa’s most effective marketer, garnering nine impressive awards at the esteemed Effie Awards Gala. This achievement underscores SAB’s commitment to creating […]
Heinz is bringing more than 150 years of heritage to South Africa with a Heinz Before you rewrite the strategy, check whether execution is the real problem
By James Hughes, Business Coach at Grow Leaders are often too quick to blame the Provantage changes the question with Programmatic-Enabled Digital Place-Based Networks
Provantage’s launch of programmatic buying on Mall TV, the first of its Digital Place-Based Networks Why TVCs still matter in a hyper-digital world
In a world of scrolling feeds, six-second videos, personalised algorithms and audiences moving constantly between Menlyn Park Shopping Centre takes home 14 awards at 2026 SACSC Footprint Marketing Awards
Menlyn Park Shopping Centre has taken home 14 awards – including one Gold, nine Silver Why Kaya 959 backs the case for continued marketing investment
Every recession produces the same instinct: when budgets tighten, marketing is the first line cut. The real test of agentic AI is accountability, not autonomy
By Nicol Germishuis, vCIO at IPT When businesses talk to me about agentic AI, the Navigating the intersection of sanctions and international arbitration
By Trevor Versfeld (partner), Chandni Gopal (partner) and Katy Hindle (consultant) at Webber Wentzel It Employee engagement runs on an emotional contract
By Lianne Booth, Strategic Projects Director at Achievement Awards Group Every employee signs a formal Why businesses must shift focus from printer price to total cost of ownership
