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Why Your Brain Still Craves Print Media
When was the last time you sat down and read something without a notification interrupting you? Venelize de Lange from media update looks at the science behind print media's appeal in a world of distracting screens.
Debating Our Way Out of Marketing Growth
Debating has become more of a performance than about understanding opposing perspectives — and marketing may be making a similar mistake. Venelize de Lange from media update considers how by comparing performance-driven debating to consumer-facing messaging.
Raising a Nostalgic Youth — The Editor's Note
From vintage aesthetics to classic sitcom reruns, nostalgia is constantly shaping youth culture. Venelize de Lange from media update considers why so many young people are romanticising a pre-digital life.
Creating Meaningful Consumer Connections — A Q&A With Murat Gebeceli
media update's Venelize de Lange talks to Murat Gebeceli about how cross-functional intelligence — from retail performance to partner feedback — is used to guide marketing decisions and improve execution across Sony's diverse MEA markets.
Why Brands Continue to Chase Industry Recognition
Award ceremonies — the moment of validation for brands. Venelize de Lange from media update looks at how brands can easily miss the opportunity to convert industry recognition into meaningful media visibility and audience insights.
Clover Mama Afrika has announced that it has received a new vehicle from Eqstra — a division of Nedbank. This investment aims to extend far beyond mobility by being a practical enabler of access, reach and sustained community impact.
McDonald's South Africa has announced that it is bringing the excitement of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ closer to home with a nationwide campaign designed to unite fans through great food, exclusive collectibles, family experiences and moments of national pride.
Aimed at recognising the growing impact of creators across every aspect of modern media, the Content Creator Awards has announced a new partnership with Cars.co.za and the introduction of two new award categories for 2026.
Musa Kalenga, Chief Executive Officer of The Brave Group, one of Africa's independent marketing and communications groups, has been confirmed as a panellist at the Daily Maverick Marketing Masterclass, Season 3.
This World Oceans Day, Canon South Africa has aimed to shine a light on the critical, hidden science of coral restoration across the Western Indian Ocean.
KFC Africa has announced that, as the Proteas Women head into the T20 World Cup looking to claim their first world title, some of South Africa's smallest players are training very hard to ensure they are well prepared for the call up as the nation's back up team.
The World Out of Home Organization has announced the award winners for Individuals, Digital, Classic and Special Build Creative, Sustainability and Technical Innovation, at its annual Global Congress in London on the fourth of June.
L'Oréal South Africa has welcomed the recent decision by the Advertising Regulatory Board (ARB), to uphold the company's claim that La Roche Posay is the No. 1 Most Recommended Brand by Dermatologists in South Africa.
Lucky Chery, a purpose-built agency team created by award-winning creative agency Lucky Hustle, has been appointed as the lead agency for Chery South Africa following a competitive pitch process.
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