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How to Become an Influencer: A 2025 Guide
If you're trying to build a social media career or just dipping your toes into content creation, let media update's Joreke Kleynhans coach you towards influencer success. This article guides you all the way from setting up your accounts to keeping your audience happy.
Defensible Versus Indefensible PR Crises — In 300 Words or Less
There are times when PR crises should be met with serious solutions and sombre apologies, and there are times when it's appropriate to approach them more lightheartedly. This can be determined by whether a crisis is defensible or indefensible. media update's Joreke Kleynhans explains the difference between defensible and indefensible PR crises.
Community Radio Versus Commercial Radio: What Is the Difference? [Infographic]
Radio has been around for such a long time, and to many people it is all the same thing. However, there is a difference between a community radio station and a commercial one. media update's Saads Abrahams is breaking down the differences in our latest infographic!
What the POPI Act Means for Direct Marketing in South Africa: A Q&A With David Dickens
The Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) is a South African law that heavily influences the marketing industry, especially direct marketing. Joreke Kleynhans from media update got insights from David Dickens, CEO of the Direct Marketing Association of Southern Africa (DMASA), on the POPI Act and how it impacts South African brands and consumers.
Re.Bag.Re.Use has highlighted the value of recycling and upcycling in honour of Global Recycling Day on Tuesday 18 March. Re.Bag.Re.Use says waste holds significant value, and by embracing recycling and upcycling, people can unlock value and create an entire secondary resource value chain — one that drives sustainability, economic opportunities and environmental impact.
Glenfiddich has released the latest film in its 'The Challengers Club' campaign series. The newest instalment, shot in Matatiele, Eastern Cape, explores the relationship between water, whisky craftsmanship and communities.
Simply Black Côte d'Ivoire has been awarded Bronze in the Digital Campaign category at the 2025 Pikasso d'Or Awards for its work on French multinational Bel's 'Back to School' campaign. The award recognises the team's ability to develop and execute effective digital marketing strategies that drive engagement and deliver measurable results.
IMM Institute has announced the top South African supply chain and marketing specialists who walked away with awards at this year's IMM Excellence Awards held during the IMM Institute Gala Dinner on Friday, 7 March. The award winners were selected from 57 entries spanning students, entrepreneurs, teams and emerging talent.
The Interactive Advertising Bureau South Africa (IAB SA) has announced nine jury chairs and a full panel of judges, alongside Elizabeth Mokwena as the Jury President for the 17th annual Bookmark Awards, set to take place in August 2025.
With 39 years of dedicated service to local communities, the Mustadafin Foundation has announced that it is inviting South Africans to contribute to its food programme. With hunger levels soaring and more families facing empty plates and uncertain tomorrows, the foundation is amplifying its efforts to bring dignity, relief and sustenance to those who need it most.
Penquin has launched its latest culture reel, which encapsulates Penquin's creativity and commitment to not taking itself too seriously. With a clear focus on fostering a collaborative and fun working environment, the reel mirrors the agency's mantra of 'Inspiring Awesome Together.'
WARC has announced that it has released the WARC Creative 100, an independent global benchmark of the world's most awarded campaigns and companies for creativity. Compiled by WARC Creative, the annual Creative 100 Ranking brings together the results of the most important global and regional creative awards of 2024.
BusinessTech has unveiled a new campaign to promote the power of its advertising solutions. At the heart of the campaign is a new tagline: 'News done right. Advertising done better.'
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