Thanda, an NPO, has announced that many areas have been bracing for worsening water shortages amid the annual dry season. In some areas, up to 70% of residents rely on rivers for their daily water needs, with no access to formal water services.

'Music for Wildlife', a groundbreaking concert series that merges music and wildlife conservation, has launched on Trace Global Network TV channels and streaming platforms. This initiative brings together Africa's musical talent to raise awareness of and support for wildlife conservation in Africa. 

Leading social impact consultancy, Brands on a Mission and the Ogilvy Africa Network, have signed a collaboration agreement aimed at transforming how brands approach social impact initiatives across Sub-Saharan Africa.

Career Indaba®, an African media and broadcasting network, has announced the appointment of its Strategic Advisory Board, effective July 2025. Career Indaba® has dedicated itself to driving critical conversations that uncover actionable solutions to employment, skills development and labour market challenges across industries.

Is PR dead or evolving? With technology, data and transparency reshaping the landscape, PR professionals that know how to balance human creativity with data-driven ingenuity will shape the future of communication, says icandi CQ.

Ever heard the phrase, "learn from the best"? In PR, that's more than just good advice — it's strategy. Venelize de Lange from media update explores what budding PR pros can learn from industry professionals and why mastering the basics is the key to long-term success.

Helm has announced that, in recent years, there's been a dramatic shift in the way people shop and the way brands connect with them. And while much of this shift might seem seamless from the outside, more often than not, it's quietly being powered by artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML).

The role of marketing in technology companies is evolving from a siloed function focused on promoting products or solutions and generating leads to a strategic orchestrator of value across complex networks, says Ifeoma Jibunoh, Chief Marketing Officer at Cassava Technologies.

Launched in 1995, the Clicks ClubCard has grown into South Africa's longest-running and most used retail loyalty programme. With 13-million active members and R7.5-billion paid out in cashback, it's a business success story and a staple of South Africa's shopping heritage.

The power of networking is more important than ever, for personal growth and business longevity. Sean Devlin, Business Development Director of brand and communication agency, Penquin, has announced, "Newtworking isn't just 'nice to have', it's a business essential."