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Source: © Cottonbro Studio There is uncertainty for advertisers on TikTok as the platform's future hangs in the balance with Trump’s return to power

Uncertainty for TikTok advertisers with Trump’s return to power

Lidl's global holiday campaign was created by BBDO Germany and its chief creative officer, South African-born Jonathan Deeb and Academy Award-winning filmmaker Tom Hooper (Image supplied)

BBDO Germany's 6 minute brand film for Lidl's global holiday campaign

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Source: Reuters.

Film & Cinematography

Algeria bans Barbie movie, media and official source say

15 Aug 2023

Tradeway Promotions enhances KZN capabilities with regional CEO, Noxie Ntsoane

Marketing

Tradeway Promotions enhances KZN capabilities with regional CEO, Noxie Ntsoane

Tradeway 11 Aug 2023

Mark Mwongela, sales development director for PayPal, Africa.

E-commerce

PayPal's 4 tips to enhance buyer experience on payment platforms

10 Aug 2023

Satelite TV is a great option in countries with limited internet connectivity. Source: Pascal Muller/Unsplash

Technology

Multichoice Africa pulls DStv from Malawi

10 Aug 2023

Judah Zunze's workshop is located in Harare's Warren Park township. Source: Reuters.

Fashion & Homeware

Zimbabwean tailors cash in on party apparel demand as vote nears

7 Aug 2023

Meetings Africa 2024 registrations now open

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Meetings Africa 2024 registrations now open

3 Aug 2023

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Media Freedom

Senegal blocks TikTok in widening clampdown on dissent

Ngouda Dione and Joel Kouam 3 Aug 2023

Challengers to Watch 2023: Mejuri

Retail

Challengers to Watch 2023: Mejuri

Jenna Dougherty, eatbigfish 31 Jul 2023

Image supplied. Cathy Gathu has joined Ogilvy Africa as managing partner

Marketing

Cathy Gathu appointed Ogilvy Africa's managing partner

28 Jul 2023

The 2019 film Kijiji Changu is a story about a love triangle and the disastrous consequences of a woman’s choice. Source: Supplied.

Film & Cinematography

Here are 5 African films screening in Russia this weekend

28 Jul 2023

The winners were announced on Monday. Source: Supplied.

Film & Cinematography

SA filmmakers win 8 awards at Durban FilmMart

27 Jul 2023

#BehindTheBrandManager

#BehindtheBrandManager: Samori Gambrah, global brand director for Captain Morgan

Karabo Ledwaba 14 Jul 2023

Image supplied. Selected participants in the 7th Realness African Screenwriters’ Residency are left to right: Michael Omonua (Nigeria), Chantel Clark (South Africa), Babalwa Baartman (South Africa), Chadi Zeneddine (Gabon/Lebanon) and Amartei Armar (Ghana)

Film & Cinematography

5 African screenwriters selected to 7th Realness African Screenwriters' Residency programme

13 Jul 2023

#WPRD2023: Key findings from Africa's first PR and communications report

PR & Communications

#WPRD2023: Key findings from Africa's first PR and communications report

Ané-Sonet Bresler 12 Jul 2023

The new show airs on 17 July 2023. Source: Supplied.

TV

Meet Tobi, the unlikely hero of Africa's first Cartoon Network superhero series: Garbage Boy & Trash Can

6 Jul 2023

Image supplied. A media training workshop on violence against women in elections (VAWIE) was hosted by The Zimbabwe Election Support Network (ZESN)

Media Freedom

Zimbawe media workshop on violence against women in elections

6 Jul 2023

Addressing the information gap in Nigeria's durable and consumer electronics retail market

Retail

Addressing the information gap in Nigeria's durable and consumer electronics retail market

NIQ and GfK – an NIQ Company 6 Jul 2023

Source: © 123rf The Sanlam Group Awards for Excellence in Financial Journalism shortlisted entries for the 2022 awards have been announced

Media

The Sanlam Group Awards for Excellence in Financial Journalism shortlist announced

5 Jul 2023

Image Supplied. The front cover of the first Africa PR & Communicaitons Report

PR & Communications

PR and communications industry: A pivotal role in restoring the continent's reputation

3 Jul 2023

The panel was revealed in Taiwan. Source: Supplied.

Media

Wan-Ifra launches expert panel to guide the news industry

30 Jun 2023

Manuel Bordé is Jury President. Source: Supplied.

Advertising

NYF Advertising Awards announces inaugural Creative Commerce Category Jury

29 Jun 2023

9 female African film professionals selected for Southern Africa-Locarno Industry Academy

Film & Cinematography

9 female African film professionals selected for Southern Africa-Locarno Industry Academy

28 Jun 2023

Client training addresses skills gaps and can even help build new business units

Education

Client training addresses skills gaps and can even help build new business units

Incubeta 27 Jun 2023

The Bar (left to right) co-founders Yash Deb, Animesh Deb, Marls Truter, and Shounak Guhathakurta

Advertising

Africa's newest creative agency: Raising the Bar

Danette Breitenbach 26 Jun 2023

Source: Reuters.

FMCG

Nestle ramps up Nigeria raw material sourcing as forex squeeze bites

Richa Naidu 26 Jun 2023

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Advertising

Epica Awards introduces AI juror to enhance judging

23 Jun 2023

Source: Instagram.

Fashion & Homeware

Rihanna appoints new CEO for Savage X Fenty

23 Jun 2023

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Media Freedom

Tunisian journalist detained after criticising president

Tarek Amara, Stephen Coates 21 Jun 2023

Pharrell Williams sparks joy with his first Louis Vuitton Men's Wear Collection

Fashion & Homeware

Pharrell Williams sparks joy with his first Louis Vuitton Men's Wear Collection

21 Jun 2023

#BehindtheBrandManager: Lauren Burmeister, category lead for gum, candy, beverages & meals at Mondelēz

#BehindTheBrandManager

#BehindtheBrandManager: Lauren Burmeister, category lead for gum, candy, beverages & meals at Mondelēz

Karabo Ledwaba 20 Jun 2023

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Energy & MiningNigeria's Forcados crude oil exports have resumed, says Shell

Natalie Grover 14 Aug 2023

Japan signs deal with Namibia to explore for rare earth minerals

Energy & MiningJapan signs deal with Namibia to explore for rare earth minerals

Nyasha Nyaungwa 11 Aug 2023

Source: TV Brics.

FinanceNaledi Pandor announces SA's readiness to host 15th Brics Summit

10 Aug 2023

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HealthcareEmerging Covid-19 variant spreads across UK amidst rising cases

10 Aug 2023

Source: Twitter/@ZenithBank

FinanceZenith Bank and AfCFTA revolutionise African trade

10 Aug 2023

Mark Mwongela, sales development director for PayPal, Africa.

RetailPayPal's 4 tips to enhance buyer experience on payment platforms

10 Aug 2023

Morocco tenders for 400MW solar plant in Atlas Mountains

Energy & MiningMorocco tenders for 400MW solar plant in Atlas Mountains

Ahmed Eljechtimi 10 Aug 2023

Satelite TV is a great option in countries with limited internet connectivity. Source: Pascal Muller/Unsplash

ICTMultichoice Africa pulls DStv from Malawi

10 Aug 2023

Atlantic Lithium says it is confident of getting mining lease in Ghana

Energy & MiningAtlantic Lithium says it is confident of getting mining lease in Ghana

Seher Dareen 8 Aug 2023

Egypt's natural gas production declines and power cuts bite

Energy & MiningEgypt's natural gas production declines and power cuts bite

Sarah El Safty 8 Aug 2023

Botswana plans extra diamond sales route after De Beers deal

Energy & MiningBotswana plans extra diamond sales route after De Beers deal

Felix Njini and Clara Denina 7 Aug 2023

Global food prices rebounds in July

AgricultureGlobal food prices rebounds in July

7 Aug 2023

Judah Zunze's workshop is located in Harare's Warren Park township. Source: Reuters.

RetailZimbabwean tailors cash in on party apparel demand as vote nears

7 Aug 2023

World Bank to help fund 1,000 mini solar power grids in Nigeria

Energy & MiningWorld Bank to help fund 1,000 mini solar power grids in Nigeria

Abraham Achirga 7 Aug 2023

Source: Reuters.

HealthcareGSK Nigeria calls an end to its business, to return cash

4 Aug 2023

FlySafair expands regional reach with four new routes

Tourism & TravelFlySafair expands regional reach with four new routes

4 Aug 2023

Lung cancer: Global transformative action needed

HealthcareLung cancer: Global transformative action needed

Esra Erkomay 3 Aug 2023

Meetings Africa 2024 registrations now open

Tourism & TravelMeetings Africa 2024 registrations now open

3 Aug 2023

Britain agrees deals on clean energy, critical minerals with Zambia

Energy & MiningBritain agrees deals on clean energy, critical minerals with Zambia

Alistair Smout 3 Aug 2023

Source: Reuters.

FinanceKenya suspends crypto project Worldcoin over safety concerns

Humphrey Malalo 3 Aug 2023

Source: Reuters.

FinanceDollar shrugs off Fitch's US credit rating downgrade

Rae Wee 2 Aug 2023

SolarAfrica, Starsight Energy complete merger

Energy & MiningSolarAfrica, Starsight Energy complete merger

2 Aug 2023

Source: Dutch runner Boas Kragtwijk.

HealthcareDutchman running from Amsterdam to Kyiv to buy ambulances for Ukraine

1 Aug 2023

EU sees 'no immediate risks' if Niger cuts uranium supplies

Energy & MiningEU sees 'no immediate risks' if Niger cuts uranium supplies

Gabriela Baczynska 1 Aug 2023

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ESG & SustainabilityPesticides are harming Nigeria: it's time to update the law

Jane Ezirigwe 31 Jul 2023

Standard Chartered to provide Angola €1.29bn financing for solar infrastructure development

Energy & MiningStandard Chartered to provide Angola €1.29bn financing for solar infrastructure development

31 Jul 2023

File photo: William Ruto, President of Kenya, speaks during a joint press conference with Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund, French President Emmanuel Macron, US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen and World Bank President Ajay Banga at the end of the New Global Financial Pact Summit, Friday, 23 June 2023 in Paris, France. Lewis Joly/Pool via Reuters/File Photo

LegalKenya appeals court unfreezes finance law that sparked unrest

Humphrey Malalo and Hereward Holland 28 Jul 2023

Kampala, Uganda. Source: Keith Kasaija/Unsplash

ICTMTN launches first 5G network in Uganda

Elias Biryabarema 28 Jul 2023

CIMA partners with ICAZ to elevate the accounting and finance profession in Zimbabwe

FinanceCIMA partners with ICAZ to elevate the accounting and finance profession in Zimbabwe

AICPA & CIMA 28 Jul 2023

Why DRC mines need collaboration for water stewardship

Energy & MiningWhy DRC mines need collaboration for water stewardship

Susa Maleba and Wouter Jordaan 28 Jul 2023

SolarAfrica's David McDonald recognised among SolarQuarter's 40 under 40 for 2023

Energy & MiningSolarAfrica's David McDonald recognised among SolarQuarter's 40 under 40 for 2023

27 Jul 2023

Source: Reuters. A view shows an ecoguard walking on a path in the Arboretum Raponda Walker during a press visit of this protected forest aera on the eve of the opening of the One Forest Summit in Libreville, Gabon, February 28, 2023.

FinanceGabon launches tender for Africa's first debt-for-nature swap

Marc Jones and Rachel Savage 26 Jul 2023

Food crisis in Africa: The high cost of imported fertilisers is adding to the problem

AgricultureFood crisis in Africa: The high cost of imported fertilisers is adding to the problem

Simon Roberts and Ntombifuthi Tshabalala 26 Jul 2023

Source: Reuters.

FinanceYuan jumps as Beijing vows to bolster economy

Rae Wee 25 Jul 2023

Burnt trees and vehicles are pictured in the aftermath of a wildfire in Bejaia, Algeria, 25 July 2023. Reuters/Ramzi Boudina

ESG & SustainabilityDeadly fires rage along Algeria coast, spread to Tunisia

Tarek Amara and Michele Kambas 25 Jul 2023

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