The Africa Tech Festival Awards (formerly known as AfricaCom Awards), turns 14 in 2021. These established industry awards acknowledge and recognize innovations and innovators who are enabling transformation, inclusivity, and digital democracy across the African continent. Winners are determined by people's choice and will be announced throughout the virtual conference…
#BehindtheBrandManager: Terri Verhoeven of Big Concerts on navigating the new events, entertainment spaceThis month, we uncover the heroes behind the brands that millions of South Africans take into their homes and hearts every day. We find out more from Terri Verhoeven, senior operations manager at Big Concerts, about managing such a well-known SA company and navigating and surviving the devastating effects of Covid-19. By Ruth Cooper
Jameson s Beatha skincare launch a PR stuntAt the end of March, whiskey brand Jameson made a surprise announcement that it was expanding into beauty with the launch of its first skincare line, Beatha. With TV host and model Ayanda Thabethe as Beatha brand ambassador, the news made headlines and had consumers across social media platforms debating Jameson s unexpected business pivot.
SABC s Noxolo Grootboom announces retirementNoxolo Grootboom has announced her retirement after working for the SABC for 37 years. The public broadcaster confirmed the news on its Twitter account.
Marketing Achievement Awards announces Rising Star finalists for 2020/21The Marketing Achievement Awards (MAAs) has announced the finalists for its Rising Star of the Year Award - the best and the brightest under the age of 35 who have consistently demonstrated excellent performance and who have the potential to become outstanding leaders in their profession.
SA Tourism, Netflix SA collaborate to showcase locally-made storiesSouth African Tourism (SA Tourism) and Netflix have agreed to explore joint opportunities that will benefit both organisations to showcase stories made in South Africa.