Standard Bank Private has worked alongside M&C Saatchi Abel, part of The Up&Up Group, to release a positioning campaign. The campaign comprises a 45-second TVC, three 20-second customer value proposition-led TVCs, three digital videos, a digital and social media campaign, Out-of-Home and Digital Out-of-Home elements and radio advertising.

The One Club for Creativity has announced the six jury members in the Middle East and Africa who are among the initial 39 creatives from 21 countries named to serve on the jury for Next Creative Leaders 2025.

APO Group has unveiled a volunteer communications programme comprising experienced communication professionals to support the Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM). This initiative aims to enhance the Roman Catholic Churches ability to communicate effectively and engage with communities across the African continent.

In an age where everyone has a platform, not every message lands. We've spent years helping brands find their voice, only to realise many were shouting into the void. Why? Because visibility without resonance is just noise, says Bradly Howland, CEO of Alkemi Collective.

SOS Children's Villages has highlighted National Child Protection Week, which is recognised annually to raise awareness of the rights of children as articulated in the Constitution of South Africa and The Children's Act.

Markham has highlighted its flagship CSI initiative, 'What About The Boys' (WATB). Since 2020, Markham has donated nearly R9-million to various CSI initiatives, with over R5-million invested in WATB. WATB is a long-term programme that gives boys the tools to redefine masculinity on their own terms.

The International News Media Association (INMA) has announced that its members have elected eight news executives to its governing Board of Directors during the non-profit organisation's annual business meeting.

Olympic Paints, a South African paint manufacturer, has launched a new chapter. The brand has undergone a refresh, revealing a modern identity, updated packaging and an online experience tailored to today's colour-loving customer.

The Marketing Research Foundation (MRF) has announced the 18^th release of the Marketing All Product Survey (MAPS®), delivering the most comprehensive and up-to-date view of South African consumer behaviour and media trends.

The Galliova Food and Health Writers' Awards, sponsored by the Egg and Broiler Producers of the South African Poultry Association (SAPA), has announced changes to the 2025 awards to include a broader scope of South Africa's media landscape and to streamline entry into the awards.