media update

Godrej Consumer Products Appoints WPP Media as Global Partner

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Godrej Consumer Products Ltd. (GCPL), an emerging markets FMCG company, has appointed WPP Media as its global media agency partner for its international business spanning South Africa, Nigeria, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Argentina and Chile.

Taking Local Global — What Durban FilmMart 2026 Asks of African Storytellers

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Africa's leading film finance market returns this coming October under the theme Shifting Worlds: Turning Towards Ourselves. media update looks at how local stories reach global audiences without losing what makes them local.

The Unlimited Appoints Bryan Habana as Brand Ambassador

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:30:00 GMT

The Unlimited has appointed former Springbok winger Bryan Habana as its brand ambassador as the company looks to increase awareness of its brand and introduce audiences to its business and people.

Flow Communications Announces Five New Tourism Clients

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:15:00 GMT

Flow Communications has announced that, among five new of its clients are aha Hotels & Lodges and Few & Far Luvhondo, a carbon-neutral luxury lodge in Limpopo's Soutpansberg, adding to a growing cohort of tourism customers.

The Good Life Show Announces Full Programme

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT

The Good Life Show Johannesburg has announnced that it will bring together leading voices across food, agriculture, retail, business, wellness and conscious living as part of the Africa Food, Wellness & Lifestyle Trade Summit 2026.

When the Cost of Coping Becomes Part of the Township Customer Experience

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Rogerwilco's 2026 Township Customer Experience Report, in collaboration with Field & Insights Africa, explores how shrinking budgets, infrastructure disruptions and changing consumer behaviour are reshaping South Africa's township economy.

WOO Study Finds Global Programmatic DOOH Market Reached USD$1.339-Billion in 2025

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:30:00 GMT

The World Out of Home Organization (WOO) has published the inaugural WOO Global pDOOH Expenditure Study 2026, revealing that global programmatic Digital Out-of-Home (pDOOH) advertising reached USD$1.339-billion in full-year 2025 — representing 7.0% of total global DOOH advertising spend.

5FM 5 Breakfast Heritage Tour Celebrates Tenth Year

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 10:00:00 GMT

5FM has announced that, ten years ago, for Nick Hamman, walking from Johannesburg to Polokwane seemed like a reasonable way to take a radio show on the road.

PRISA Announces PRISM Summit and Awards to be Hosted at the Indaba Hotel

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Celebrating its 29^thyear, the 2026 PRISMS Summit and Awards has announced that the three-day Summit will be taking place from Thursday, 22 to Saturday, 24 October at the Indaba Hotel in Johannesburg.

How Spaces Shape the Stories We Tell About Them

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:15:00 GMT

media update considers how the way we experience our surroundings can influence what we believe about them, and why changing that perception requires more than a fresh coat of paint.

Magdaleen Krüger Departs From Loof die Here on RSG

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

SABC has announced that Magdaleen Krüger, presenter on RSG, will be presenting Loof die Here (Praise the Lord) for one final time on Sunday, 27 September.

FOUR PAWS Encourages Braaing With Compassion This Heritage Day

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

As South Africans prepare to gather around for Heritage Day observed on Thursday, 24 September, FOUR PAWS has encouraged South Africans to make compassion part of the celebration by enjoying plant-based dishes.

Creativity Beyond the Work

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Creativity has never respected office hours. Some of my best ideas have arrived at the most inconvenient times. Very rarely do they arrive neatly between nine and five, exactly when the brief asks them to, says Sohyeon Bang, Senior Conceptual Art Director at Machine_.

FAME Shorts 2026 Programme Unveiled

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 11:45:00 GMT

The FAME Shorts Film Festival 2026 has announced that its programme is officially live, and tickets are now on sale for three days of short-form cinema taking place from Friday, 30 October to Sunday, 1 November at The Rockefeller Hotel in Cape Town.

Hippo Refreshes Brand Identity and Releases New TVC

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 10:30:00 GMT

Hippo has announced that in an effort to help consumers make better insurance decisions with less effort and more confidence, it has invested in a new customer and digital experience accompanied by a refreshed brand identity and television commerical (TVC).

New Mazda CX-5 Campaign Suggests the World is More Interesting When You're Not Swearing At It

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Boundless, dedicated to making the world's loved ideas, has announced that it has created a new campaign for the all-new Mazda CX-5.

Telkom Radio Awards Launch 'The Listening Panel'

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT

The Telkom Radio Awards has launched 'The Listening Panel', a new initiative aimed at broadening participation in the awards' judging process and ensuring greater representation from across South Africa's diverse radio and audio industry.

How a South African Gaming Creator is Building a 4-Million Monthly-View Audience

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Social media has made it possible for creators to build audiences around almost any interest imaginable. In South Africa, this is creating new opportunities for niche creators who may not have millions of followers, but have something arguably more valuable: a highly engaged community, says BigJoe, Gaming Content Creator and Founder of BigJoe.

Reach for a Dream Raffle Offers New Jetour T2 Aspire

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Reach For A Dream has announced the launch of its annual Dream Raffle, a draw aimed at making the dreams of children facing life-threatening illnesses come true.

Red Ribbon Secures Cloudera's South African PR account

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Red Ribbon Communications has secured the South African public relations mandate for Cloudera following a competitive pitch process.

Why South Africa's Recycling Future Starts With Collection

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:30:00 GMT

The Glass Recycling Company (TGRC) has announced that from September to December it will take its glass recycling message directly into communities across five provinces, building on its ongoing work to grow the country's collection network and create greater participation and opportunity across the glass recycling value chain.

Cape Town to Host Loeries Creative Week 2026

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Loeries has announced that the City of Cape Town will be hosting African and Middle Eastern creatives from Sunday, 4 October to Friday, 9 October for Loeries Creative Week 2026, a six-day programme aimed at bringing together creative professionals, brands, agencies, marketers, media, educators and emerging talent from across the region.

Top African Marketing Voices Confirmed for AMC 2026

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

The African Marketing Confederation (AMC) has announced that it will tackle the topics of AI and the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)'s role in reshaping the marketing industry, with talks from continental and global visionaries at its 2026 AMC Conference.

Halo Strengthens Senior Leadership Team for Next Phase of Growth

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Johannesburg and Cape Town-based independent agency, HALO, has solidified a senior leadership team to drive its next phase of growth. The team aims to bring together expertise across creative, strategy, design and client leadership, with a shared focus on creating work that delivers both cultural impact and commercial results.

Re.Bag.Re.Use Celebrates World Crochet Day

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT

With World Crochet Day being celebrated on Friday, 12 September, Re.Bag.Re.Use has used this as an opportunity to celebrate a craft passed down through generations and to explore the potential benefits of crochet.

Retina SA Marks Three Milestones in the Fight Against Inherited Blindness

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Retina South Africa, a South African advocacy for people living with inherited retinal conditions, has announced three milestones in its mission to prevent and treat retinal blindness.

Independent Newsrooms Build Digital Audiences With the Digital News Transformation Fund

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT

From a 144-year-old local newspaper launching its first digital presence to community publishers reaching audiences of more than a million people, the Digital News Transformation Fund (DNTF) has been aiming to help independent South African newsrooms achieve digital growth.

Motion Story Aims to Redefine Virtual Production in Africa

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMT

The South African filmmakers behind films and television series including Shadow, Dead Places, Office Invasion, In Your Dreams and The Nowhere Man, have announced the opening of the Motion Story Studio, a virtual production facility in Johannesburg.

Rethinking DOOH: A Q&A With Remi du Preez — Part Two

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 14:30:00 GMT

As with any advertising medium, implementing programmatic Digital Out-of-Home (DOOH) is only strategically sound if you can trust the numbers behind it. media update's talks to Remi du Preez about aggregation and independent verification to understand how to build DOOH into a genuine omnichannel campaign.

Boston Media House PR3 Class of 2026 Donate R6 500 to Hearts of Hope

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

A recent campus-led initiative called 'Hearts2Hope' has seen the PR3 Class of 2026 at Boston Media House combine creativity, energy, teamwork and their Public Relations skills with the aim to raise awareness and rally the community behind Hearts of Hope.

Jacaranda FM Reveals the Top 10 Entrepreneurs in 'Her Perfect Pitch' Competition

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Jacaranda FM has announced the Top 10 entrepreneurs selected for the latest edition of its flagship female empowerment initiative, 'Her Perfect Pitch'.

OFM Announces PinkTober Campaign

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 10:00:00 GMT

This October, OFM has announced that it is taking its 'PinkTober' campaign to new heights with more fundraising events, a wider reach across Central South Africa, a new beneficiary, and an ambitious R1-million fundraising goal in support of people affected by breast cancer.

New CMO Council Research Highlights the Blind Spot in Martech Investment

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 09:30:00 GMT

The CMO Council and MartechTribe have released a report, Apex Martech Matrix 2026: A New Metric for Evaluating the Business Value of Martech Spend, aimed at addressing a blind spot in martech investment.

Gerety Awards 2026 Announces Winners

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT

This year, more than 250 judges from over 50 countries took part in the Gerety Awards, bringing together creative leaders from different fields of advertising, marketing, production, design and media, who showed their powerful perspective by choosing the best creative work.

When Literacy Development Meets Easy Answers: A Deeper Look at South Africa’s Literacy Crisis

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 16:15:00 GMT

media update considers how our relationship with AI and the decline in reading for pleasure fit into South Africa's literacy crisis.

Micca and Juba Continue to Thrive at LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT

FOUR PAWS has announced that it is celebrating the eighth "rescueversary" of lions Micca and Juba, who arrived at LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary on 13 September 2018 after being rescued from a farm where they had been kept for security purposes.

Animal Clinic and Shelter Celebrates 30 Years of Transforming Animal Welfare in Khayelitsha

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT

For 30 years, Mdzananda Animal Clinic and Shelter has been at the heart of animal welfare in Khayelitsha, providing essential veterinary care, education and support to animals and their families in one of Cape Town's largest and most impoverished communities.

Publicis Groupe Africa Celebrates 100 Years of Publicis Groupe

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Publicis Groupe Africa has marked a historic milestone as it joined Publicis Groupe in celebrating 100 years of innovation and reinvention, while recognising the talent and work shaping the future of marketing and communications across the continent at the 2026 Giraffe Awards.

Castle Milk Stout Expands South African Sign Language by Turning Clan Names into Living Language

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 11:30:00 GMT

'Sign Your Clan' has brought South African Sign Language, African heritage and linguistic innovation together, creating a more inclusive way for more than 4-million Deaf and hard-of-hearing South Africans to connect with their cultural identity and heritage.

Southpaw Launches as Slightly Dangerous Co.'s Sport and Culture Agency

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Southpaw, a specialist sport and culture agency, is the latest agency to emerge from the recently formed independent group Slightly Dangerous Co. Already in operation, the public launch comes off the back of significant early client wins that include Betway, LIV Golf, Icons Series, Auto & General and NTT DATA among others.

Rise Against Hunger and Clover Mama Afrika Partnership Delivers Meals to Princess Community

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 09:30:00 GMT

Less than a year after joining forces to tackle food shortages, Rise Against Hunger South Africa (RAH) and Clover Mama Afrika have announced that they are making a difference in the Princess community, with more than 11 800 nutritious meals provided to children and families in Roodepoort.

Emeris to Sponsor the 2026 Effie Awards

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Emeris has announced that it will be a sponsor the Effie Awards South Africa, hosted by the Association for Communication and Advertising (ACA).

How Retailers Can Use Product Curation to Support Small Producers

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Retailers can play an important role in helping smaller producers reach consumers, particularly in industries where access to established distribution networks and retail shelf space can be difficult.

TEARS Animal Rescue and AfriPaw Bring Veterinary Care to Vrygrond

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 15:30:00 GMT

TEARS Animal Rescue and AfriPaw Animal Welfare have teamed up with the aim to give the many dogs and cats living in the community of Vrygond, Western Cape, a chance at a healthy life.

How to Use Your Agency Internship to Set Up a Successful Career

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Twelve talented new recruits recently joined the team at VML South Africa after completing a year-long internship with the agency. "Each intern was placed in a department related to their field of study or interest for hands-on exposure to meaningful work in a supportive learning environment," says Khumo du Toit, Learning and Development Manager at VML South Africa.

The Ethics of Purpose-Led Communication: A Q&A With Palesa Mokomele

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 14:30:00 GMT

Real stories power awareness campaigns, but whose voice really shapes them? media update's talks to Palesa Mokomele about consent, dignity and building trust in purpose-led communication.

NutriDay's 'Tubs2Classrooms' Project Helps Lift Learner Comprehension to 70%

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

NutriDay has announced that, on International Literacy Day, it is celebrating measurable progress at Morojaneng Primary School in Katlehong, where its 'Tubs2Classrooms' project has helped improve learner reading fluency, comprehension and confidence over two years.

5FM's Brionne Olsen Nominated for 2026 SA Voice Over Awards

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 11:30:00 GMT

5FM has announced that Brionne Olsen has been nominated for the 2026 South African Voiceover Awards, a platform aimed at honouring excellence in voice artistry.

The Era of "Feel-Good Marketing": Why Positivity and Purpose-Driven Storytelling is Cutting Through the Noise

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT

From rising living costs and global uncertainty to the relentless pace of the 24-hour news cycle, consumers are navigating an increasingly overwhelming world. According to Andrion van der Merwe, Head of Production at Penquin, this is fundamentally changing how people respond to brands, and those creating positive, meaningful experiences are emerging as the biggest winners.

The Qualification That Walks With You: Why the World of Credentials is Coming to Cape Town

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Somewhere in South Africa this morning, someone is being treated by a person whose qualification does not exist. Somewhere else, a Congolese engineer with twelve years of experience is stacking shelves, because the university that awarded his degree no longer answers its phone, says Navin Vasudev, International Education and Qualifications Specialist and Former Manager at the SAQA.

Good Things Guy Celebrates 11 Years of Changing South Africa's News Narrative

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Eleven years after publishing its very first story, Good Things Guy has become a recognisable and influential positive news platform, celebrating a milestone year that has also seen its long-running podcast emerge as one of the country's independent podcasts.

New South African Research Initiative Helping Journalists Cover Consumer Debt

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT

In January 2022 the National Credit Regulator put out a statement about adverts running on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. They promised debt "written off" and "government approved" relief, and some carried images of senior public officials. The regulator's verdict on the lot of it was "all lies", says Rowan Breeds, Debt Counsellor, Debt Solutions 4U.

Stitching Together Skills, Opportunity and Community With Clover Mama Afrika

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 11:30:00 GMT

In Upington, a sewing machine has been helping Mama Yvonne du Preez do more than turn pieces of fabric into garments. It has aimed to become a tool for creating opportunity, sharing knowledge and helping people in her community discover what they are capable of.

Blok Calls On Capetonians To Join Annual Sea Point Beach Clean-Up

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 10:30:00 GMT

Blok, in collaboration with Pristine Earth Collective and Statistics South Africa, along with their Neighbourhood Heroes, is inviting residents and visitors to help restore Sea Point's coastline during its fourth annual Blok Spring Clean.

The One Club Announces Global Partnership With CapCut

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 16:15:00 GMT

The One Club for Creativity, a nonprofit organisation whose mission is to support the global creative community, has announced a major agreement with CapCut, part of ByteDance, to serve as the club's premier global AI partner.

Chappies Announces Khuliso Mudau as New Brand Ambassador

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Chappies has announced Khuliso Mudau as its new Brand Ambassador, bringing together one of South Africa's brands with one of the country's football talents.

The Future of Communications Depends on Better Intelligence

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT

For years, communicators have been told that data is the answer. Measure, track and monitor more. Today, thanks to advances in technology and the rapid adoption of AI, we have access to more information than ever before, says Wynand Coetzer, Head of Strategy at Razor PR.

Time Out South Africa Signs Rory Petzer as Culture Connector for Sport

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Time Out South Africa has announced Rory Petzer as its new Culture Connector covering sport. The collaboration brings together Petzer's passion for sport and his ability to find humour in everyday South African life.

KFC Supports Temba Bavuma Foundation's Expansion of the Frida Hartley Shelter Lunchbox Project

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 10:15:00 GMT

The Temba Bavuma Foundation has partnered with KFC to expand the FHS Lunchbox Project, a nutrition initiative run by the Frida Hartley Shelter (FHS) that currently provides around 200 meals a day to vulnerable schoolchildren in Yeoville.

Rodney Trudgeon Celebrates 50 years in Broadcasting

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 10:00:00 GMT

This September, Rodney Trudgeon marks 50 years in broadcasting, a career that has included senior roles and presenting positions at the SABC, Classic FM and Fine Music Radio.

Content Creator Awards Launch Free Creator Labs to Equip South Africa's Next Generation of Creators

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 08:15:00 GMT

The Content Creator Awards, sponsored by Samsung, are taking their commitment to growing South Africa's creator economy beyond the annual celebration with the introduction of two free Creator Labs designed to educate, connect and equip creators with practical skills for building sustainable careers in the industry.

Rethinking DOOH: A Q&A With Remi du Preez — Part One

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Digital advertising gets more crowded as Digital Out-of-Home (DOOH) keeps growing into a flexible and measurable medium. media update talks to Remi du Preez about what marketers misunderstand about outdoor advertising and how to use it more strategically.

Good Hope FM Announces Launch of Third Annual Warrior Woman Awards

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Good Hope FM has announced the launch of the 2026 Warrior Woman Awards during a live broadcast and event at the SABC's Sea Point studios. It's a celebration of women who are putting in the work to build a better city, province, and nation.

The One Club Establishes Brand Hall of Fame

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMT

In recognition of 50 years of design, branding, and communications leadership, Apple has been selected as the first brand to be inducted into The One Club for Creativity's newly established Brand Hall of Fame, part of the global Creative Hall of Fame.

The Growing Influence of News Creators in South Africa

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

South African news creators are drawing audience attention on par with traditional outlets. media update looks at how independent creators are rivalling legacy media for reach and whether the industry's fears around algorithms and misinformation hold up locally.

Time Out South Africa Launches Time Out Durban

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Time Out South Africa has launched a dedicated Time Out Durban platform, bringing the city-guide brand to KwaZulu-Natal.

Network X OOH Partners With Rogerwilco on the 2026 Township CX Report

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Network X OOH, a South African out-of-home (OOH) media owner and township advertising specialist, has announced that is collaborating with Rogerwilco on the independently researched 2026 Township CX Report.

FAME Week Africa and Pressure Cooker Studios Launch Songwriting Camp

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT

FAME Week Africa and Pressure Cooker Studios are joining forces to launch the FAME Week Africa × Pressure Cooker Studios Songwriting Camp 2026, a three-day creative initiative designed to connect African music makers directly with filmmakers, directors, production companies, brands, agencies and content creators looking for original music.

OFM Breakfast Presenter Shandor Potgieter Nominated for Forty Under 40 Award

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT

OFM has announced that Shandor Potgieter, host of the flagship Good Morning Breakfast show, has been nominated in the Forty Under 40 Awards, in the Journalism (Radio, TV & Newspaper) category.

Entries Open for the 2026 Telkom Radio Awards

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Entries are officially open for the 2026 Telkom Radio Awards, where radio stations and industry professionals — broadcasters, journalists, producers, and audio creators from across South Africa — are invited to showcase their best work and compete for one of the industry's most coveted accolades.

Roots to Reinvention — The Editor's Note

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 15:15:00 GMT

Spring notoriously signals new beginnings, meaning most industries lean on this symbolism for their own gain. media update considers how publicity campaigns can offer an edge to an overdone story by rooting a brand's future in its own history.

eXplore Joins Openview With Wildlife, Survival and True Crime

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 10:15:00 GMT

Openview has announced that it is adding eXplore to its channel offering from Tuesday, 1 September, giving viewers a new source of wildlife, survival, real-life mysteries and true crime.

Does Advertising Still Matter in the Age of AI Slop?

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 09:40:00 GMT

Advertising has always evolved alongside technology, but generative AI is accelerating that change at remarkable speed, says Anthea Whitehead, Cape Town Campus Manager, AAA School of Advertising.

AI Rarely Cites Local Sources When Explaining African Humanitarian Crises

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT

When communicators publish a report, press release or research finding, we usually want to know one thing: did the right people see it? That question is starting to change, says Hezron Ochiel, Deputy Corporate Communications Manager at Kenya Medical Training College, and Founder of Hezron Insights.

Allan Gray's 'A Seat at the Table' Women's Month Campaign

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Allan Gray has announced its new campaign, 'A Seat at the Table', aimed at using Women's Month to inspire deeper reflection on the seat women occupy, how they use their influence and the legacy they can leave for future generationns of women.

Tiger Brands' Albany BOTS Initiative Targets 3 000 Entrepreneurial Opportunities

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Tiger Brands has recently launched Albany Bread-On-The-Streets (BOTS) initiative, aimed at creating income-generating opportunities for entrepreneurs in communities across South Africa, while expanding route-to-market for its Albany bread business.

Digital Out-of-Home is Rewriting the Rules of Game Day

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT

As fans take the action beyond the stands, digital out-of-home (DOOH) gives brands a way to become part of the game-day experience, says Remi du Preez, Managing Director at Polygon.

FAME Week Africa Announces Finalists for the 2026 Inclusive Lens Awards

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:30:00 GMT

FAME Week Africa has announced the finalists for the 2026 Inclusive Lens Awards, celebrating film and television productions that are helping reshape representation on African screens.

Hook, Line & Sinker Secures JOBJACK to Lead B2B Public Relations

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

South African FIT-based hiring platform, JOBJACK, has appointed award-winning PR and marketing agency Hook, Line & Sinker (HLS), to lead its B2B public relations and aimed at strengthen the company's profile.

The Jester Group Unveils New Structure

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT

The Jester Group has brought its sports, marketing and talent businesses together under a single group structure, aimed at formalising the way its different areas of expertise will operate under the Jester name.

BRC Issues Update on Progress of RAMS

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT

The Broadcast Research Council of South Africa (BRC) has issued an update on the progress of its new Radio Audience Measurement Survey (RAMS), as the programme moves towards completion of its first full annual reporting sample.

Eight Artists Reimagine Script by Oscar-Nominated Efthimis Filippou

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT

HUMANCENTRIC is a new storytelling project created, curated, and produced by creative production partner MikeTeevee, designed to cut through the noise around AI by focusing on what happens when artists push the technology creatively.

Penquin Appoints Albert De Andrade and Lerato Moleko

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT

South African brand and communications agency, Penquin, has announced the appointment of Albert De Andrade as Chief Creative Officer and Lerato Moleko as Strategy Director, aimed at strengthening its leadership team as the agency continues to evolve its integrated offering.

What Happens to Agency Fees When AI Halves the Hours?

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT

When artificial intelligence halves the hours a job takes, time-based billing quietly halves the agency's fee too. Here's a candid look at a broken commercial model. It includes the one question every CMO should ask on Monday morning, says Musa Kalenga, CEO of Brave Group.

Westin Hotels and Resorts Reclaims Sleep as Power in New 'Own Your Mornings' Campaign by BBH Singapore

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT

BBH Singapore has created a campaign for Westin Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott Bonvoy's global portfolio of 30 hotel brands, that challenges traditional hospitality ads with a bold new brand point of view — sleep isn't passive, it's preparation and power — to show how true restoration gives guests the power and energy to 'Own Your Mornings'.

ASEZ and ASEZ WAO Partner With JCPZ and UJ to Create Green Urban Oasis in Sandton

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

On Sunday the 23, August, 80 volunteers from Save the Earth from A to Z (ASEZ) and ASEZ WAO have gathered at Mushroom Farm Park in Sandton, with the aim to actively boost urban greening, local biodiversity and community climate action in the heart of the Sandton business district.

The Great Advertising Divorce

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT

The separation of creative and media disciplines was born from a 1990s holding group billing decision, rather than via strategic logic. While it successfully optimised agency margins for decades, this historical divide fundamentally undermines marketing efficacy in today's digital landscape, says Pieter Geyser, Commercial Director at Humanz.

Taste as an Editorial Skill

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:30:00 GMT

media update considers how technology and trend culture shape our relationship with taste, and why developing discernment and an independent perspective remains essential to editorial judgement.

Why Dogs Remain One of South Africa's Most Loyal Companions

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT

This International Dog Day, celebrated annually on 26 August, FOUR PAWS has been encouraging the public to honour the unique human-canine bond while supporting the welfare of dogs in need.

Reputation Isn't a Message, It's a Discipline

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 15:00:00 GMT

In my experience leading reputation for one of Africa's largest financial services groups, one shift is unmistakable: reputation is no longer built by what we say, but by what we do — especially under pressure. It is one of the most valuable, least understood assets an organisation holds, says Wendy Tlou, Chief Communications and Reputation Officer at Old Mutual.

15 Rescued Big Cats Arrive Safely at LIONSROCK

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Fifteen big cats rescued from the former Zoo Luján in Argentina have arrived safely at LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary, aimed at marking a significant milestone in an international rescue mission led by global animal welfare organisation FOUR PAWS.

Every Agency Needs a Swiss Army Knife

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT

People love to use "jack of all trades, master of none" as a criticism, usually to suggest that someone should specialise rather than spread themselves too thin, says Yolisa Mkele, Senior Writer at Tribeca Public Relations.

TEARS Animal Rescue Encourages Adopting an Adult Dog or Cat

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Since pet adoption is often associated with the adoption of puppies and kittens, TEARS Animal Rescue has aimed to prove that some of the best companions waiting for adoption are older animals.

Mpumelelo Zondi Joins Humanz as South Africa Country Manager Amid Major AI Expansion

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 10:15:00 GMT

Humanz, pioneering AI-powered creator marketing and creator commerce platform, has announced the appointment of Mpumelelo Zondi as its new Country Manager for South Africa.

The Women Building AI-first Global Creative Work From South Africa

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 10:00:00 GMT

South African women have been helping shape how generative AI is changing creative work for global brands, spanning business leadership, creative optimisation, operations, talent, motion design and copywriting.

CX Releases 2026 South African Customer Experience Report

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:30:00 GMT

With a 5% inflation rate — the highest in two years — the oscillating oil price and stagnant economic growth of 1.2%, consumers have been disputing with brands and businesses that show little empathy for their customers.

The Human Edge in an Automated Communications Industry: A Q&A With Kevin Welman

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 15:30:00 GMT

media update talks to Kevin Welman about how agencies can balance integration with specialist knowledge, creativity with commercial value and technological efficiency with human relationships to build lasting credibility.

Sunlight Green Bar Launches Raised by the Bar Platform

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Celebrating its 135^thanniversary, Sunlight Green Bar has launched Raised by the Bar — a new national platform aimed at giving back to the communities that have shaped the brand.

The New Front Page of TV: Where the Viewing Journey Begins

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT

When you switch on your TV, what do you see? The home screen, where you decide your next move. Should you stream a movie? Catch up on your series? Watch the live game? Whatever you choose, it starts right there — and that makes the home screen one of the most valuable pieces of advertising real estate on televisions today, says Adiela Dramat, Senior Client Partner at Reach Africa.

INGO Creates Deutsche Telekom's 'Not a Passenger' Campaign Starring Rhian Teasdale

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Deutsche Telekom has launched the 'Not a Passenger' campaign created by INGO aimed at inspiring Gen Z audiences to reclaim their agency and identity in an overwhelming online landscape.