CREA8 International has announced the appointment of its new general manager Basetsana Morekure. Morekure is a seasoned corporate communication specialist, with experience ranging from the advertising, marketing, reputation management, branding, retail, PR and the broadcasting space. 

MySchool MyVillage MyPlanet, the biggest community loyalty programme in South Africa, has announced that it has donated R488 000 to the National Council of Societies for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (NSPCA). The donation was made to boost inspector and field officer training. 

Isikhanyiso Creative, a new PR and Communications agency, has announced that it has officially opened its doors for business. The 100% black female owned agency aims to connect brands and consumers with the assistance well thought-out messaging of content and influencer services.

The Artificial Intelligence in Public Relations Panel (AIinPR) of the Chartered Institute for Public Relations has undertaken large-scale global research. The survey aims to assess the level of knowledge and competency in data and artificial intelligence within the global Public Relations profession.

A great public relations team is made up of all sorts of different characters, much like the classic television series The A-Team. Each squad member brings unique skills to the table, and there’s a lot that PR professionals can learn from them. Eager to learn more? Then read on!

Konica Minolta global has announced that it was recently awarded the Silver Class in the SAM Sustainability Awards by United States-based S&P Global, a globally recognised provider of research and ratings in ESG (Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance) investment.

Old Mutual Alternative Investments (OMAI) tasked 2AM Agency with devising a more effective format for its Sustainability report. 2AM's solution came in the form of a creative concept that speaks to the core values of OMAI, while simultaneously aiming to highlight the company's commitment to sustainability.

The Transport Education Training Authority (TETA) has launched an awareness campaign that aims to encourage HIV testing. It also aims to educate South Africans about prevention, change the narrative around HIV stigma and spark conversations and debate about the prevalence of HIV and its social drivers. 

The 10^th annual Eco-Logic Awards, hosted by the Enviropaedia, has opened for entries. The awards recognise and celebrate South African entities that are working toward a greener future through sustainable practice and innovation. Free to enter, submissions must be in by the end of May. The event will take place virtually on Tuesday, 21 September on World Peace Day.

As the global economy recovers from the impact of the pandemic, businesses have an opportunity to re-build with more socially and environmentally sustainable models, says WWF South Africa. There are eight sustainability trends that have been identified, which businesses should watch and focus on in 2021.