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Capturing the Dezemba Mindset: MTN SA's 'Do Not Disturb The Season' Unpacked
Seasonal campaigns are evolving as brands respond to changing audience expectations. Venelize de Lange from media update considers how MTN SA's recent campaign reflects broader shifts in brand strategy.
Understanding How Trust Is the Currency of Modern Newsrooms: A Q&A With Zukiswa Cetywayo
As journalism evolves, trust remains central. Venelize de Lange from media update spoke to Zukiswa Cetywayo about the realities shaping modern newsroom practices.
From Channels to Dividends: DStv's Lesson For Brand Communication
Brand transitions test more than just strategy. Venelize de Lange from media update examines how audience response, shareholder engagement and media coverage can quickly shape a broader reputational challenge.
Cape Town's N2 Wall Controversy — and the Media's Role in Shaping Public Perception
As debate intensifies around Cape Town's proposed N2 wall, the story offers a case study in modern media challenges. Venelize de Lange from media update looks at framing, sourcing and how public narratives take shape.
The UAE's US$1-billion 'AI for Development' initiative has aimed to mark a strategic shift from aid to capability-building in Africa. Announced at the G20, and has aimed to leverage AI, blend finance and partnerships to modernise public services, boost productivity and accelerate inclusive growth.
Why does global luxury still treat African consumers as if they haven't learned "good taste" yet? In this opinion piece, Ray Langa, Group Chief Executive of Leagas Delaney South Africa, dismantles the tired assumption that visible luxury is unsophisticated while European restraint represents refinement.
South Africa has headed into one of its busiest travel periods with new road safety data painting a concerning picture.
As brands rethink how they connect with diverse audiences, language is becoming a strategic focus. media update's Venelize de Lange spoke with Eben Keun about the evolving role of multilingual marketing in South Africa.
Everest Outdoor Media has announced the launch of its new brand awareness campaign, a bold strategic move designed to establish the company as one of South Africa's disruptive and high-impact players in the out-of-home (OOH) advertising industry.
Every marketer has been bombarded with "must watch" trends for 2026. Red September's new report has aimed to focus on what will actually move the needle for South African brands in 2026.
2025 was a watershed year for marketers in South Africa. Consumer behaviour shifted, technology accelerated and brands that once relied on traditional media rhythms found themselves needing to rethink everything from strategy to storytelling to speed.
Salesforce has hosted its 2025 Trailblazer Awards in Johannesburg, recognising the South African organisations using Salesforce's platform and partner ecosystem to cut costs, accelerate sales cycles and improve operational performance.
Established in 1995, the iPendoring Awards has aimed to celebrate excellence in creative communication across South Africa's indigenous languages. By promoting multilingualism, the awards have aimed to play a vital role in fostering the growth of the country's diverse cultural and linguistic heritage.
Time Out South Africa has launched the local edition of Time Out's, The Joy Revolution insight series, a community-led study that calls on brands to prioritise real, meaningful joy in their advertising, content and experiences.
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