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The value of a quality online advertising environment
SPARK Media has always touted the value that advertisers get by advertising in quality online environments. A new study overseas proves that these quality online environments are actually 42% more cost effective. “This recent study conducted by GroupM UK and Newsworks is what many publishers have been waiting for and what we’ve always said,” says... Continue reading→
AfricaOnline Launches JET-Powered Wireless Network to Deliver Fast Broadband in Namibia
Marc Gregan, MD, AfricaOnline: “We have launched a new 5GHz JET and customer feedback is that they are ecstatic with the 100Mbps they’re getting” AfricaOnline, one of the largest ISPs in Nambia, has launched a wireless broadband network powered by RADWIN’s JET 5GHz Point-to-Multipoint (PtMP) smart Beamforming solutions. AfricaOnline has complemented its’ long-standing WiMAX service... Continue reading→
New appointments at Ogilvy
Ogilvy is proud to announce three new senior appointments that deepen the client-centric approach at the recently re-founded agency. Luca Gallarelli is appointed MD of the Ogilvy Group, while Vicki Buys is appointed MD of the Ogilvy Cape Town operation and Tassin Albertyn becomes Head of Delivery. New Ogilvy Group MD Gallarelli was instrumental in... Continue reading→
FCB Joburg’s TVC for Toyota’s new SUV a ‘Total Rush’
FCB Joburg’s television commercial launching Toyota South Africa’s new compact SUV is a ‘total rush’, pun intended. Dubbed ‘Rush Squad’, the TVC was created by Creative Director Tian van den Heever, Art Directors Georja Romano & Fezi Mpembe and Copywriters Tracy-Lynn King & Nhlanhla Ngcobo off a brief put together by Toyota SA’s Senior Manager... Continue reading→
Roster arrangements under review at 74% of multinational brands
New study finds widespread dissatisfaction on both sides of the advertiser agency divide New research has found that nearly three-quarters of major multinationals are reviewing their current agency arrangements, looking at whether they have the right mix of agencies and capabilities in their external partners. The Future of Agency Rosters by the WFA (World Federation of... Continue reading→
Data Protection in South Africa – sleep s little easier
Many facets of the digital ecosystem are complex and fragmented but, as the opaque and largely unverified world of data collection comes under scrutiny and the new General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) come into force in Europe, ignoring a data’s source is no longer an option. This is a new era of transparency, verification and... Continue reading→
First Choice winter custard campaign launches
Building on the corporate identity seen in the summer custard campaign, the First Choice custard winter campaign created by Boomtown sees the custard character ready for the colder temperatures. Building on previous campaign lines, and understanding that during good times or bad, comfort food makes anything better, #custardmakesitbetter will be used in all communication alongside... Continue reading→
Smart Media and Dis-Chem championing Youth Month initiatives
In-store advertising innovators Smart Media are working with Dis-Chem Pharmacies to drive awareness for two CSI campaigns, FOR YOUth and Million Comforts. Building on the theme of Youth Month that took place in June in South Africa, these campaigns are focused on benefitting critically important demographics of the country. FOR YOUth is a benefits programme... Continue reading→
Engen strengthens partnership with FNB eBucks
Engen’s partnership with the revitalised FNB’s eBucks programme continues to flourish. As from the 1 July 2018, Engen has confirmed exclusivity as the programme’s fuel partner of choice when earning and redeeming rewards. Clients can also look forward to earning up to R4 back in eBucks on every litre of fuel purchased. The new rewards... Continue reading→
Africa’s biggest business show celebrates ten years
There is an unmissable opportunity in August for anyone looking to kick-start their own business or wanting growth and success from existing entities. This one-day showcase takes place on 2 August 2018 at the Gallagher Convention Centre, Johannesburg and is hosted by the National Small Business Chamber (NSBC) and World Famous Events. The Business Show... Continue reading→