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See: Telkom launches smart agritech initiative for wine industry innovation

See: Telkom launches smart agritech initiative for wine industry innovation

RAPT BizTrendsTV: Li Ndube on Afro-optimism - African growth vs Western degrowth

See: Argus Fertilizer Africa Conference addresses trade disruptions and climate challenges

See: Argus Fertilizer Africa Conference addresses trade disruptions and climate challenges

#BizTrends 2025: Google's Alex Okosi – Africa, an opportunity more than a challenge

Angelika Venter, graphic designer for Edge Communications discusses what makes good design vs bad design (Image supplied)

The strategic role of graphic design in branding and marketingAngelika Venter

The new digital dilemma: Proving marketing’s value in a profit-driven world

The new digital dilemma: Proving marketing’s value in a profit-driven worldJaco Lintvelt, Incubeta

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Advertisers will now be able to measure carbon impact with Google's new tool

Adetutu Laditan's mission to position the African creator

Adetutu Laditan's mission to position the African creator

The streaming giant is on an advertising hunt. Source: Netflix.

WWE RAW on Netflix creates a new advertising battleground for brands

At the start of February, The Up&Up Group appointed Deborah Whitlock (right) to the position of marketing director and Sharleen James (left) as the MD of Razor PR (Image by Bizcommunity, Lesley Svenson)

The Up&Up Group make senior appointments as part of the agency's strategic objectives

The newest instalment in Glenfiddich’s Challengers Club series, shot in Matatiele, Eastern Cape, celebrates the transformative power of water (Image supplied)

#BehindtheCampaign: Glenfiddich’s Challengers Club film a tribute to the essential role of water

Liezel Jonkheid is director and founder of the Consumer Psychology Lab. Source: Supplied.

The hidden pitfalls of relying solely on NPS and CSAT scoresLiezel Jonkheid

Google’s 2025 Hustle Academy applications now open

Google’s 2025 Hustle Academy applications now open

The Interactive Advertising Bureau South Africa's (IAB SA) 17th annual Bookmark Awards has appointed nine jury chairs and a full panel of judges alongside Elizabeth Mokwena, the jury president (Image supplied)

IAB South Africa 2025 Bookmark Awards names nine jury chairs

Source: © 123rf Scopen unveils key trends from its first creative agencies’ New Business Report in South Africa, which shows that South African creative agencies participated in an average of 47 pitches last year

Exclusive: South African creative agencies compete for new business in 47 pitches a year

Ogilvy has strengthened its senior leadership, with the appointment of Ipi Thibedi. Pictured left to right: Pete Case (CEO of Ogilvy), Ipi Thibedi (Group MD), Nkosinathi Biko (Chairman of Board, Ogilvy), Neo Makhele (Chief Strategy Officer), Angela Madlala (Chief People Officer), Graham Vivian (Chief Financial Officer)

Ipelegeng (Ipi) Thibedi joins Ogilvy South Africa’s as group managing director

Source: © 123rf The IAS Media Marketing Compliance Masterclass series, in partnership with Media Marketing Compliance (MMC), addressed one of the industry’s biggest concerns—non-disclosed media models

IAS Media Marketing Compliance Masterclass Series: Tackling non-disclosed media models head-on

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Warc's Creative 100 released, Apple no.1 brand for creativity

MultiChoice Talent Factory Day at the 7th Joburg Film Festival

MultiChoice Talent Factory Day at the 7th Joburg Film Festival

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M&C Saatchi Abel and Nando’s South Africa are to part ways. M&C Saatchi Abel founder Mike Abel reflects reflects on their incredible shared success (Image supplied)

Exclusive: After a decade of magic and success, M&C Saatchi Abel and Nando’s South Africa part ways

4 Mar 2025

Nominations open for YOBAs

Nominations open for YOBAs

4 Mar 2025

Source: © 123rf Essi Koster, paid media specialist at Special Effects Media, gives some key considerations around video content and how brands can harness this engaging format to achieve their marketing goals

How business can harness video content to to achieve its marketing goals

Essi Koster 4 Mar 2025

DarkMatter drops 2025 showreel

DarkMatter drops 2025 showreel

DarkMatter 4 Mar 2025

The Kfm stationery vehicle on The Flash Drive with Carl Wastie raises R1.7m for school kids in need

The Kfm stationery vehicle on The Flash Drive with Carl Wastie raises R1.7m for school kids in need

Primedia Broadcasting 4 Mar 2025

YOUKNOW Technologies adds HubSpot CRM to its premium technology stack

YOUKNOW Technologies adds HubSpot CRM to its premium technology stack

YOUKNOW Technologies 4 Mar 2025

2025 Effie Awards: Entry dates announced

2025 Effie Awards: Entry dates announced

Association for Communication and Advertising 4 Mar 2025

The 97th Oscars were on Sunday. Source: YouTube.

Complete winners of 97th Oscars, South Africa's The Last Ranger misses out

Karabo Ledwaba 3 Mar 2025

RCL vs Berkley: Bumpy legal battle over smooth mageu packaging

RCL vs Berkley: Bumpy legal battle over smooth mageu packaging

Nishaat Slamdien 3 Mar 2025

Daniel Sher crowned the Flight Centre Brain of 702!

Daniel Sher crowned the Flight Centre Brain of 702!

Primedia Broadcasting 3 Mar 2025

Source: © BBC The BBC Board has identified serious flaws in the making of the programme Gaza: How To Survive A Warzone

BBC News takes full responsibility for Gaza: How To Survive A Warzone shortcomings

3 Mar 2025

Source: © 123rf Founder and head social media strategist at Emma Is Social, Emma-Jane Truter, discusses how a business could align its social media strategy with its business goals

From brand awareness to sales: Mastering social media for your business

Emma-Jane Truter 3 Mar 2025

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Oscars reach unprecedented demand with sold-out ads and A-list sponsors

3 Mar 2025

Is public relations one of the most in-demand careers of 2025?

Is public relations one of the most in-demand careers of 2025?

Adam Hunter, Hook, Line & Sinker 3 Mar 2025

The hidden cost of dull, bland and boring

The hidden cost of dull, bland and boring

MediaHeads 360 3 Mar 2025

Marcel Swain joins dentsu X to redefine brand engagement in South Africa

Dentsu 3 Mar 2025

Publicis Groupe Africa CEO, Koo Govender, appointed as judge for prestigious Gerety Awards

Publicis Groupe Africa CEO, Koo Govender, appointed as judge for prestigious Gerety Awards

Publicis Groupe Africa 3 Mar 2025

Biz Most Read Award winners February 2025

Biz Most Read Award winners February 2025

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2025 CE Index reveals top performers in banking customer satisfaction

28 Feb 2025

Previdar Icons inaugural cover with Dr Esther Mahlangu

Previdar Icons inaugural cover with Dr Esther Mahlangu

28 Feb 2025

Donald Chauke discusses the era of zero-click marketing is here—where audiences consume, engage, and move on without ever clicking a link (Image supplied)

Zero-click marketing: The power of walled gardens

Donald Chauke 28 Feb 2025

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Instagram explores standalone Reels app, capitalising on TikTok's uncertain US future

28 Feb 2025

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Community media’s vital role in strengthening democracy and social change

28 Feb 2025

Stadium Management SA implements changes to ticketing system

Stadium Management SA implements changes to ticketing system

28 Feb 2025

POP Warehouse integration enhances Provantage’s retail offering

POP Warehouse integration enhances Provantage’s retail offering

Provantage 28 Feb 2025

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Leading CEOs discuss overcoming challenges in PMI's The Shift Code podcast

28 Feb 2025

Trace Awards 2025 winners announced

Trace Awards 2025 winners announced

28 Feb 2025

Disney announces 5th Descendants movie in production

Disney announces 5th Descendants movie in production

The Walt Disney Company Africa 28 Feb 2025

Gamification: The game-changer of 2025

Gamification: The game-changer of 2025

Brandfundi 28 Feb 2025

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