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Social Media Lessons From the Central Perk Couch — In 300 Words Or Less
Looking for ways to turn followers into a tight-knit community? Take a seat on the Central Perk couch. Venelize de Lange from media update uncovers why Friends remains an emblem of lasting community and how you can incorporate it into your social media strategy.
Why PR Is Different From Marketing, Advertising and Communications — In 300 Words Or Less
Public relations can be confusing at times, especially when trying to distinguish it from intersecting disciplines. Venelize de Lange from media update explains how you can differentiate public relations from other disciplines and why it is important.
Tips On Pinterest: How to Build Your Pin Community [Infographic]
Venelize de Lange from media update unpacks Pinterest's latest tips for content creators, showing how to grow a loyal following and foster engagement on the platform. With audiences actively searching for ideas on Pinterest, these insights will help you shape your 2025 content strategy.
Mastering The Algorithms
Every social media platform runs on an algorithm — the invisible hand that decides who sees your content and when. For creators, brands and businesses, understanding these algorithms is the key to boosting visibility and engagement. So, read along as Saads Abrahams from media update breaks down how to master each platform's algorithm.
Content Creator Red Flags, Reality TV Style [Infographic]
Reality TV is built on drama, competition and personalities — just like the world of content creation. In this infographic, Saads Abrahams from media update is sharing some content creator red flags, reality TV style.
Telling Africa's Travel Story: A Q&A With Club Med's Brendah Nyakudya
Travel, storytelling and PR go hand in hand. In this exclusive Q&A, Saads Abrahams from media update spoke to Brendah Nyakudya, the Communications and PR Manager for Club Med Southern Africa, for her insights on telling Africa's travel story.
From Screen to Store: How Movie Remakes Guide Legacy Brands
Ever wonder why it's so easy to go back to the old classics? Venelize de Lange from media update explores what legacy brands can learn from movie remakes, and how they always keep their audiences coming back for more.
Crisis PR in the Social Media Era — In 300 Words or Less
Social media is instant, which means that the speed of a crisis is also instant. In this article, Saads Abrahams from media update unpacks the real-time nature of social media crises and how PR pros can protect — and even strengthen — brand reputation under pressure.
In today's world, leadership is no longer about command and control. It's about clarity in chaos, courage in contradiction and compassion in complexity, says Celiwe Ross, Director of Strategy, Sunstainablilty, People & Public Affairs at Old Mutual.
Discover why global companies are turning to South African app developers for innovation, cost-efficiency, and technical excellence. Learn how to hire dedicated developers to drive your business forward.
Today sees the launch of AutoTrader has announced the launch of data that aimed to reiterate that South Africa is akin to a movie, based on the snacks, chats, rock n' roll and even childbirth customers have experienced in their cars.
Africa's marketing and media sectors are shifting from outdated CV-based hiring to talent assessment tools. These tools address the limitations of resumes in evaluating crucial soft skills, offering skills-based tests and real-work simulations for accurate candidate assessment.
South Africa's critical shortage of skilled secondary school teachers particularly in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) has prompted the Regenesys School of Education to launch its CHE-accredited Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and Further Education and Training Teaching (B. Ed SP & FET).
You don't need me to tell you the world feels faster, noisier and more unpredictable than ever. For many business owners and leaders, it's like trying to steer a ship while the tide changes direction every few minutes. Markets shift. Customer expectations evolve overnight, says Jacqueline van Rooijen, Director at Ycagel.
Empact Group has taken a step forward in celebrating Women's Day by turning attention to health and wellbeing in an event that challenges convention on Friday, 8 August.
The Climate Media Awards have announced that entries have opened, this year with a total of R130 000 in prizes for the top climate stories across Africa.
Achievement Awards Group has won the Pinnacle Award at the Recognition Professionals International (RPI) 2025 Best Practice Standards® Awards held at the IMA Summit in Austin Texas, USA.
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