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Week in review: Week ending 26 June 2012

Tuesday, 19 June 2012
Publicity NewsGearhouse SA planning technical production for 5fm Music FestivalGearhouse is set to rock Jeffrey’s Bay with an exciting design and some of the most up-to-date technology for the upcoming 5fm Music Festival.
Publicity NewsKFC uses Tradeway Promotions to introduce its new a.m. breakfast rangeKFC appointed Tradeway Promotions to run a nationwide sampling campaign to introduce the a.m. Riser breakfast meal to customers in store during April and May 2012.
Editorial DeskEvents: The good, the bad and the blehMatthew Savides of The Sunday Times tweeted last week “Got a press invite this morning. Tells me to RSVP by June 7. Today's June 12. I guess I won't be going, then ...”. It’s a common gripe in the local media industry. Some of my best friends work in public relations and do the job well, but as with anything in life, there are times when things go wrong. This week, I investigate.
Publicity NewsProminent Paints restores colour to underpriviledged Soweto schoolsAs part of a Prominent Paints’ Corporate Social Investment (CSI) initiative to mark Youth Day, the paint supplier joined forces with the Cheesekids organisation to help paint and restore colour to two underprivileged schools in Soweto.
Publicity NewsMutual & Federal deems most interactive at Insurance ConferenceMutual & Federal, a member of the Old Mutual Group, was named the winner of the most interactive stand at the annual Insurance Conference that took place at Sun City from 10 to 12 June.
Publicity NewsNew era for HIP2B²The management team of HIP2B² is taking ownership of the brand and is growing it as a social enterprise. The youth organisation promotes the study of maths, science and technology-related subjects, entrepreneurial skills and analytical thinking, and was started as the inspirational outreach for Mark Shuttleworth’s trip into space in 2002.
Publicity NewsEskom Foundation and Standard Bank renew and increase their commitment to BOFEThe Business Opportunities & Franchise Expo has announced that both the Eskom Foundation and Standard Bank have confirmed their involvement for 2012.
Publicity NewsJust ten days left to nominate your philanthropy heroes for awardsNominations for the prestigious annual Inyathelo Philanthropy Awards close on Friday, 29 June. The annual national awards were established six years ago to acknowledge, celebrate and honour those whose personal giving has contributed towards sustainable social change in South Africa and has inspired others to give.
Publicity NewsBring the family to the Wonder MarketThere will be food, craft and treasures at the Wonder Market at Chris Saunders Park in Umhlanga on 1 July from 09:00 to 14:00.
Tuesday, 19 June 2012
Publicity NewsGearhouse SA planning technical production for 5fm Music FestivalGearhouse is set to rock Jeffrey’s Bay with an exciting design and some of the most up-to-date technology for the upcoming 5fm Music Festival.
Publicity NewsKFC uses Tradeway Promotions to introduce its new a.m. breakfast rangeKFC appointed Tradeway Promotions to run a nationwide sampling campaign to introduce the a.m. Riser breakfast meal to customers in store during April and May 2012.
Editorial DeskEvents: The good, the bad and the blehMatthew Savides of The Sunday Times tweeted last week “Got a press invite this morning. Tells me to RSVP by June 7. Today's June 12. I guess I won't be going, then ...”. It’s a common gripe in the local media industry. Some of my best friends work in public relations and do the job well, but as with anything in life, there are times when things go wrong. This week, I investigate.
Publicity NewsProminent Paints restores colour to underpriviledged Soweto schoolsAs part of a Prominent Paints’ Corporate Social Investment (CSI) initiative to mark Youth Day, the paint supplier joined forces with the Cheesekids organisation to help paint and restore colour to two underprivileged schools in Soweto.
Publicity NewsMutual & Federal deems most interactive at Insurance ConferenceMutual & Federal, a member of the Old Mutual Group, was named the winner of the most interactive stand at the annual Insurance Conference that took place at Sun City from 10 to 12 June.
Publicity NewsNew era for HIP2B²The management team of HIP2B² is taking ownership of the brand and is growing it as a social enterprise. The youth organisation promotes the study of maths, science and technology-related subjects, entrepreneurial skills and analytical thinking, and was started as the inspirational outreach for Mark Shuttleworth’s trip into space in 2002.
Publicity NewsEskom Foundation and Standard Bank renew and increase their commitment to BOFEThe Business Opportunities & Franchise Expo has announced that both the Eskom Foundation and Standard Bank have confirmed their involvement for 2012.
Publicity NewsJust ten days left to nominate your philanthropy heroes for awardsNominations for the prestigious annual Inyathelo Philanthropy Awards close on Friday, 29 June. The annual national awards were established six years ago to acknowledge, celebrate and honour those whose personal giving has contributed towards sustainable social change in South Africa and has inspired others to give.
Publicity NewsBring the family to the Wonder MarketThere will be food, craft and treasures at the Wonder Market at Chris Saunders Park in Umhlanga on 1 July from 09:00 to 14:00.
Tuesday, 19 June 2012
Publicity NewsDurban to host next Home Channel Décor and Design MorningShifting its focus to KwaZulu Natal, the next Home Channel Décor and Design Morning sponsored by Plascon and hosted by Edith Venter of Edith Unlimited will be held on Thursday, 28 June at the Zimbaii Fairmont Resort.
Publicity NewsAccsys takes part in Cell C's 'Bring a Girl Child to Work Day' initiativeThe annual Cell C ‘Bring a Girl Child to Work Day’ initiative has kept the role of women in the workplace on the minds of decision makers and business leaders claims management at Accsys.
Publicity NewsSA Post Office teaming up with Good Hope FM for its winter campaignAs the logistics partner for the Good Hope FM ’s annual ‘Keep Cape Town Warm’ campaign in partnership with Absa, the SA Post Office will be accepting donations at all their branches in the Western Cape.
Publicity NewsSnapComms introduces a new urgent and emergency alertIn response to clients’ needs to communicate directly with their staff, bypassing traditional and largely immeasurable tools such as email, SnapComms has introduced a new urgent and emergency alert, brought into Africa by Talk2Us.
Publicity NewsReuben Riffel caters for major Compass Group SA eventFood doesn’t have to be fancy and extravagant to be delicious. Too much messing about makes it lose its identity and essence, maintains South African celebrity chef, Reuben Riffel.
Publicity NewsJet Club partners with Nashua Children's Charity FoundationIn partnership with the Nashua Children’s Charity Foundation, Jet Stores provided the Strathyre Girls Home with pajamas and underwear for their 47 young charges, who range from 3 to 18 years.
Publicity NewsDécor, design heavyweights join Decorex SA teamTwo new décor and design heavyweights have joined the Decorex SA team on the eve of the Johannsburg show.
Publicity NewsOnline maths tuition to meet learners' needsAccording to a recent Unisa study, which investigated the state of supplementary maths tuition in South Africa, three barriers were identified that prevent learners from accessing extra help with mathematics ...
Publicity NewsRoman’s Pizza sells almost 1-million pizzas; hands over R1-million to Matla a BanaRoman’s Pizza has broken all sales records in May following its commitment to share R1 off every pizza sold with children’s care organisation Matla a Bana. Pizza sales exceeded all expectations as the brand rallied consumers to participate in raising much needed funds.
Tuesday, 19 June 2012
Publicity NewsGearhouse SA planning technical production for 5fm Music FestivalGearhouse is set to rock Jeffrey’s Bay with an exciting design and some of the most up-to-date technology for the upcoming 5fm Music Festival.
Publicity NewsKFC uses Tradeway Promotions to introduce its new a.m. breakfast rangeKFC appointed Tradeway Promotions to run a nationwide sampling campaign to introduce the a.m. Riser breakfast meal to customers in store during April and May 2012.
Editorial DeskEvents: The good, the bad and the blehMatthew Savides of The Sunday Times tweeted last week “Got a press invite this morning. Tells me to RSVP by June 7. Today's June 12. I guess I won't be going, then ...”. It’s a common gripe in the local media industry. Some of my best friends work in public relations and do the job well, but as with anything in life, there are times when things go wrong. This week, I investigate.
Publicity NewsProminent Paints restores colour to underpriviledged Soweto schoolsAs part of a Prominent Paints’ Corporate Social Investment (CSI) initiative to mark Youth Day, the paint supplier joined forces with the Cheesekids organisation to help paint and restore colour to two underprivileged schools in Soweto.
Publicity NewsMutual & Federal deems most interactive at Insurance ConferenceMutual & Federal, a member of the Old Mutual Group, was named the winner of the most interactive stand at the annual Insurance Conference that took place at Sun City from 10 to 12 June.
Publicity NewsNew era for HIP2B²The management team of HIP2B² is taking ownership of the brand and is growing it as a social enterprise. The youth organisation promotes the study of maths, science and technology-related subjects, entrepreneurial skills and analytical thinking, and was started as the inspirational outreach for Mark Shuttleworth’s trip into space in 2002.
Publicity NewsEskom Foundation and Standard Bank renew and increase their commitment to BOFEThe Business Opportunities & Franchise Expo has announced that both the Eskom Foundation and Standard Bank have confirmed their involvement for 2012.
Publicity NewsJust ten days left to nominate your philanthropy heroes for awardsNominations for the prestigious annual Inyathelo Philanthropy Awards close on Friday, 29 June. The annual national awards were established six years ago to acknowledge, celebrate and honour those whose personal giving has contributed towards sustainable social change in South Africa and has inspired others to give.
Publicity NewsBring the family to the Wonder MarketThere will be food, craft and treasures at the Wonder Market at Chris Saunders Park in Umhlanga on 1 July from 09:00 to 14:00.
Tuesday, 19 June 2012
Publicity NewsDurban to host next Home Channel Décor and Design MorningShifting its focus to KwaZulu Natal, the next Home Channel Décor and Design Morning sponsored by Plascon and hosted by Edith Venter of Edith Unlimited will be held on Thursday, 28 June at the Zimbaii Fairmont Resort.
Publicity NewsAccsys takes part in Cell C's 'Bring a Girl Child to Work Day' initiativeThe annual Cell C ‘Bring a Girl Child to Work Day’ initiative has kept the role of women in the workplace on the minds of decision makers and business leaders claims management at Accsys.
Publicity NewsSA Post Office teaming up with Good Hope FM for its winter campaignAs the logistics partner for the Good Hope FM ’s annual ‘Keep Cape Town Warm’ campaign in partnership with Absa, the SA Post Office will be accepting donations at all their branches in the Western Cape.
Publicity NewsSnapComms introduces a new urgent and emergency alertIn response to clients’ needs to communicate directly with their staff, bypassing traditional and largely immeasurable tools such as email, SnapComms has introduced a new urgent and emergency alert, brought into Africa by Talk2Us.
Publicity NewsReuben Riffel caters for major Compass Group SA eventFood doesn’t have to be fancy and extravagant to be delicious. Too much messing about makes it lose its identity and essence, maintains South African celebrity chef, Reuben Riffel.
Publicity NewsJet Club partners with Nashua Children's Charity FoundationIn partnership with the Nashua Children’s Charity Foundation, Jet Stores provided the Strathyre Girls Home with pajamas and underwear for their 47 young charges, who range from 3 to 18 years.
Publicity NewsDécor, design heavyweights join Decorex SA teamTwo new décor and design heavyweights have joined the Decorex SA team on the eve of the Johannsburg show.
Publicity NewsOnline maths tuition to meet learners' needsAccording to a recent Unisa study, which investigated the state of supplementary maths tuition in South Africa, three barriers were identified that prevent learners from accessing extra help with mathematics ...
Publicity NewsRoman’s Pizza sells almost 1-million pizzas; hands over R1-million to Matla a BanaRoman’s Pizza has broken all sales records in May following its commitment to share R1 off every pizza sold with children’s care organisation Matla a Bana. Pizza sales exceeded all expectations as the brand rallied consumers to participate in raising much needed funds.
Tuesday, 19 June 2012
Publicity NewsCavendish Square to cater for children during school holidaysCavendish Square has announced its plans to provide children’s entertainment during the upcoming school holidays in the form of old-fashioned fun.
New AccountsFleishman-Hillard appointed as the PR partner for Discovery Networks CEEMEAFleishman-Hillard has been appointed as the PR partner to Discovery Networks Central & Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa (CEEMEA) in South Africa.
Publicity NewsVolvo Big Drive campaign exceeding expectationsSor far, the Volvo Big Drive has delivered exceptional results and over-achieved on expectations.
Publicity NewsINHOUSE adds Coastlands Umhlanga to its KwaZulu Natal portfolioThe recent addition of Coastlands Umhlanga Hotel and Convention Centre to the INHOUSE Venue Technical Management (IVTM), KwaZulu Natal portfolio, proved what hard work can achieve.
Publicity NewsPandora jewellery to add pieces to its breast cancer collectionPandora has added some distinctive jewellery pieces to mark its seventh year of commitment to breast cancer awareness.
Tuesday, 19 June 2012
Publicity NewsGearhouse SA planning technical production for 5fm Music FestivalGearhouse is set to rock Jeffrey’s Bay with an exciting design and some of the most up-to-date technology for the upcoming 5fm Music Festival.
Publicity NewsKFC uses Tradeway Promotions to introduce its new a.m. breakfast rangeKFC appointed Tradeway Promotions to run a nationwide sampling campaign to introduce the a.m. Riser breakfast meal to customers in store during April and May 2012.
Editorial DeskEvents: The good, the bad and the blehMatthew Savides of The Sunday Times tweeted last week “Got a press invite this morning. Tells me to RSVP by June 7. Today's June 12. I guess I won't be going, then ...”. It’s a common gripe in the local media industry. Some of my best friends work in public relations and do the job well, but as with anything in life, there are times when things go wrong. This week, I investigate.
Publicity NewsProminent Paints restores colour to underpriviledged Soweto schoolsAs part of a Prominent Paints’ Corporate Social Investment (CSI) initiative to mark Youth Day, the paint supplier joined forces with the Cheesekids organisation to help paint and restore colour to two underprivileged schools in Soweto.
Publicity NewsMutual & Federal deems most interactive at Insurance ConferenceMutual & Federal, a member of the Old Mutual Group, was named the winner of the most interactive stand at the annual Insurance Conference that took place at Sun City from 10 to 12 June.
Publicity NewsNew era for HIP2B²The management team of HIP2B² is taking ownership of the brand and is growing it as a social enterprise. The youth organisation promotes the study of maths, science and technology-related subjects, entrepreneurial skills and analytical thinking, and was started as the inspirational outreach for Mark Shuttleworth’s trip into space in 2002.
Publicity NewsEskom Foundation and Standard Bank renew and increase their commitment to BOFEThe Business Opportunities & Franchise Expo has announced that both the Eskom Foundation and Standard Bank have confirmed their involvement for 2012.
Publicity NewsJust ten days left to nominate your philanthropy heroes for awardsNominations for the prestigious annual Inyathelo Philanthropy Awards close on Friday, 29 June. The annual national awards were established six years ago to acknowledge, celebrate and honour those whose personal giving has contributed towards sustainable social change in South Africa and has inspired others to give.
Publicity NewsBring the family to the Wonder MarketThere will be food, craft and treasures at the Wonder Market at Chris Saunders Park in Umhlanga on 1 July from 09:00 to 14:00.
Tuesday, 19 June 2012
Publicity NewsDurban to host next Home Channel Décor and Design MorningShifting its focus to KwaZulu Natal, the next Home Channel Décor and Design Morning sponsored by Plascon and hosted by Edith Venter of Edith Unlimited will be held on Thursday, 28 June at the Zimbaii Fairmont Resort.
Publicity NewsAccsys takes part in Cell C's 'Bring a Girl Child to Work Day' initiativeThe annual Cell C ‘Bring a Girl Child to Work Day’ initiative has kept the role of women in the workplace on the minds of decision makers and business leaders claims management at Accsys.
Publicity NewsSA Post Office teaming up with Good Hope FM for its winter campaignAs the logistics partner for the Good Hope FM ’s annual ‘Keep Cape Town Warm’ campaign in partnership with Absa, the SA Post Office will be accepting donations at all their branches in the Western Cape.
Publicity NewsSnapComms introduces a new urgent and emergency alertIn response to clients’ needs to communicate directly with their staff, bypassing traditional and largely immeasurable tools such as email, SnapComms has introduced a new urgent and emergency alert, brought into Africa by Talk2Us.
Publicity NewsReuben Riffel caters for major Compass Group SA eventFood doesn’t have to be fancy and extravagant to be delicious. Too much messing about makes it lose its identity and essence, maintains South African celebrity chef, Reuben Riffel.
Publicity NewsJet Club partners with Nashua Children's Charity FoundationIn partnership with the Nashua Children’s Charity Foundation, Jet Stores provided the Strathyre Girls Home with pajamas and underwear for their 47 young charges, who range from 3 to 18 years.
Publicity NewsDécor, design heavyweights join Decorex SA teamTwo new décor and design heavyweights have joined the Decorex SA team on the eve of the Johannsburg show.
Publicity NewsOnline maths tuition to meet learners' needsAccording to a recent Unisa study, which investigated the state of supplementary maths tuition in South Africa, three barriers were identified that prevent learners from accessing extra help with mathematics ...
Publicity NewsRoman’s Pizza sells almost 1-million pizzas; hands over R1-million to Matla a BanaRoman’s Pizza has broken all sales records in May following its commitment to share R1 off every pizza sold with children’s care organisation Matla a Bana. Pizza sales exceeded all expectations as the brand rallied consumers to participate in raising much needed funds.
Tuesday, 19 June 2012
Publicity NewsCavendish Square to cater for children during school holidaysCavendish Square has announced its plans to provide children’s entertainment during the upcoming school holidays in the form of old-fashioned fun.
New AccountsFleishman-Hillard appointed as the PR partner for Discovery Networks CEEMEAFleishman-Hillard has been appointed as the PR partner to Discovery Networks Central & Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa (CEEMEA) in South Africa.
Publicity NewsVolvo Big Drive campaign exceeding expectationsSor far, the Volvo Big Drive has delivered exceptional results and over-achieved on expectations.
Publicity NewsINHOUSE adds Coastlands Umhlanga to its KwaZulu Natal portfolioThe recent addition of Coastlands Umhlanga Hotel and Convention Centre to the INHOUSE Venue Technical Management (IVTM), KwaZulu Natal portfolio, proved what hard work can achieve.
Publicity NewsPandora jewellery to add pieces to its breast cancer collectionPandora has added some distinctive jewellery pieces to mark its seventh year of commitment to breast cancer awareness.
Tuesday, 19 June 2012
Publicity NewsNative helps to raise online support for Chevrolet initiativesWhen Chevrolet decided to launch its all-new Chevrolet Utility with the idea to bring more heart and soul into it, full service digital marketing agency, Native stepped up to assist.
Publicity NewsTheme of 5th International Halaal Conference announced‘Navigating in the Halaal Economy’ is the theme of the 5 th International Halaal Conference , which forms part of Africa’s Big Seven (AB7), the biggest food and beverage trade expo on the African continent.
Publicity NewsElvis Blue Music Academy honours its first class of graduatesThe Elvis Blue Music Academy, named after SAMA -winning musician, Elvis Blue, honoured the children who took part in its programmes with a special ceremony for its first class of graduates in Sandton.
Publicity NewsDStv donates R200 000 to the Rena le Lona Creative Centre for ChildrenThe Rena le Lona Creative Centre for Children in Soweto has received an aid package valued at R200 000 from DStv, after a subscriber entered its name in the DStv Care More customer community support initiative.
Publicity Newshuman.kind advertising begins fundraising initiative for WESSAhuman.kind advertising views CSI as a sustained practise that incorporates its business ethos: to act with purpose. With that in mind, human.kind started a fundraising initiative for NGO, WESSA (the Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa).
Publicity NewsPRISA appoints Tshepo Matseba as its new president33-year-old corporate communication strategist, Tshepo Matseba APR, has been elected as president of the Public Relations Institute of Southern Africa (PRISA).
Publicity NewsTSiBA launches Perspectives: The Search for Tomorrow’s Leaders Perspectives: The Search for Tomorrow’s Leaders , a book that features leaders and those that are committed to shaping the next generation has been launched by Tertiary School in Business Administration (TSiBA).
Publicity NewsTiamara Williams to host two one-day seminars in JohannesburgNew Zealand talk show host, Tiamara Williams is coming South Africa to host two, one-day ‘Inspire Your Life’ seminars. The seminars will be taking place in Johannesburg on Saturday 20 and 27 October 2012 from 09:00 to 17:00.
Publicity NewsEntries for Mr. Gay South AfricaTM 2012/2013 are now openEntries for Mr. Gay South Africa TM 2012/2013 have opened, the winner of which will represent South Africa in August 2013 in Antwerp, Belgium at Mr Gay World 2013. Mr. Gay World 2013 will form part of the cultural programme at the 2013 worldOutgames .
Tuesday, 19 June 2012
Publicity NewsGearhouse SA planning technical production for 5fm Music FestivalGearhouse is set to rock Jeffrey’s Bay with an exciting design and some of the most up-to-date technology for the upcoming 5fm Music Festival.
Publicity NewsKFC uses Tradeway Promotions to introduce its new a.m. breakfast rangeKFC appointed Tradeway Promotions to run a nationwide sampling campaign to introduce the a.m. Riser breakfast meal to customers in store during April and May 2012.
Editorial DeskEvents: The good, the bad and the blehMatthew Savides of The Sunday Times tweeted last week “Got a press invite this morning. Tells me to RSVP by June 7. Today's June 12. I guess I won't be going, then ...”. It’s a common gripe in the local media industry. Some of my best friends work in public relations and do the job well, but as with anything in life, there are times when things go wrong. This week, I investigate.
Publicity NewsProminent Paints restores colour to underpriviledged Soweto schoolsAs part of a Prominent Paints’ Corporate Social Investment (CSI) initiative to mark Youth Day, the paint supplier joined forces with the Cheesekids organisation to help paint and restore colour to two underprivileged schools in Soweto.
Publicity NewsMutual & Federal deems most interactive at Insurance ConferenceMutual & Federal, a member of the Old Mutual Group, was named the winner of the most interactive stand at the annual Insurance Conference that took place at Sun City from 10 to 12 June.
Publicity NewsNew era for HIP2B²The management team of HIP2B² is taking ownership of the brand and is growing it as a social enterprise. The youth organisation promotes the study of maths, science and technology-related subjects, entrepreneurial skills and analytical thinking, and was started as the inspirational outreach for Mark Shuttleworth’s trip into space in 2002.
Publicity NewsEskom Foundation and Standard Bank renew and increase their commitment to BOFEThe Business Opportunities & Franchise Expo has announced that both the Eskom Foundation and Standard Bank have confirmed their involvement for 2012.
Publicity NewsJust ten days left to nominate your philanthropy heroes for awardsNominations for the prestigious annual Inyathelo Philanthropy Awards close on Friday, 29 June. The annual national awards were established six years ago to acknowledge, celebrate and honour those whose personal giving has contributed towards sustainable social change in South Africa and has inspired others to give.
Publicity NewsBring the family to the Wonder MarketThere will be food, craft and treasures at the Wonder Market at Chris Saunders Park in Umhlanga on 1 July from 09:00 to 14:00.
Tuesday, 19 June 2012
Publicity NewsDurban to host next Home Channel Décor and Design MorningShifting its focus to KwaZulu Natal, the next Home Channel Décor and Design Morning sponsored by Plascon and hosted by Edith Venter of Edith Unlimited will be held on Thursday, 28 June at the Zimbaii Fairmont Resort.
Publicity NewsAccsys takes part in Cell C's 'Bring a Girl Child to Work Day' initiativeThe annual Cell C ‘Bring a Girl Child to Work Day’ initiative has kept the role of women in the workplace on the minds of decision makers and business leaders claims management at Accsys.
Publicity NewsSA Post Office teaming up with Good Hope FM for its winter campaignAs the logistics partner for the Good Hope FM ’s annual ‘Keep Cape Town Warm’ campaign in partnership with Absa, the SA Post Office will be accepting donations at all their branches in the Western Cape.
Publicity NewsSnapComms introduces a new urgent and emergency alertIn response to clients’ needs to communicate directly with their staff, bypassing traditional and largely immeasurable tools such as email, SnapComms has introduced a new urgent and emergency alert, brought into Africa by Talk2Us.
Publicity NewsReuben Riffel caters for major Compass Group SA eventFood doesn’t have to be fancy and extravagant to be delicious. Too much messing about makes it lose its identity and essence, maintains South African celebrity chef, Reuben Riffel.
Publicity NewsJet Club partners with Nashua Children's Charity FoundationIn partnership with the Nashua Children’s Charity Foundation, Jet Stores provided the Strathyre Girls Home with pajamas and underwear for their 47 young charges, who range from 3 to 18 years.
Publicity NewsDécor, design heavyweights join Decorex SA teamTwo new décor and design heavyweights have joined the Decorex SA team on the eve of the Johannsburg show.
Publicity NewsOnline maths tuition to meet learners' needsAccording to a recent Unisa study, which investigated the state of supplementary maths tuition in South Africa, three barriers were identified that prevent learners from accessing extra help with mathematics ...
Publicity NewsRoman’s Pizza sells almost 1-million pizzas; hands over R1-million to Matla a BanaRoman’s Pizza has broken all sales records in May following its commitment to share R1 off every pizza sold with children’s care organisation Matla a Bana. Pizza sales exceeded all expectations as the brand rallied consumers to participate in raising much needed funds.
Tuesday, 19 June 2012
Publicity NewsCavendish Square to cater for children during school holidaysCavendish Square has announced its plans to provide children’s entertainment during the upcoming school holidays in the form of old-fashioned fun.
New AccountsFleishman-Hillard appointed as the PR partner for Discovery Networks CEEMEAFleishman-Hillard has been appointed as the PR partner to Discovery Networks Central & Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa (CEEMEA) in South Africa.
Publicity NewsVolvo Big Drive campaign exceeding expectationsSor far, the Volvo Big Drive has delivered exceptional results and over-achieved on expectations.
Publicity NewsINHOUSE adds Coastlands Umhlanga to its KwaZulu Natal portfolioThe recent addition of Coastlands Umhlanga Hotel and Convention Centre to the INHOUSE Venue Technical Management (IVTM), KwaZulu Natal portfolio, proved what hard work can achieve.
Publicity NewsPandora jewellery to add pieces to its breast cancer collectionPandora has added some distinctive jewellery pieces to mark its seventh year of commitment to breast cancer awareness.
Tuesday, 19 June 2012
Publicity NewsNative helps to raise online support for Chevrolet initiativesWhen Chevrolet decided to launch its all-new Chevrolet Utility with the idea to bring more heart and soul into it, full service digital marketing agency, Native stepped up to assist.
Publicity NewsTheme of 5th International Halaal Conference announced‘Navigating in the Halaal Economy’ is the theme of the 5 th International Halaal Conference , which forms part of Africa’s Big Seven (AB7), the biggest food and beverage trade expo on the African continent.
Publicity NewsElvis Blue Music Academy honours its first class of graduatesThe Elvis Blue Music Academy, named after SAMA -winning musician, Elvis Blue, honoured the children who took part in its programmes with a special ceremony for its first class of graduates in Sandton.
Publicity NewsDStv donates R200 000 to the Rena le Lona Creative Centre for ChildrenThe Rena le Lona Creative Centre for Children in Soweto has received an aid package valued at R200 000 from DStv, after a subscriber entered its name in the DStv Care More customer community support initiative.
Publicity Newshuman.kind advertising begins fundraising initiative for WESSAhuman.kind advertising views CSI as a sustained practise that incorporates its business ethos: to act with purpose. With that in mind, human.kind started a fundraising initiative for NGO, WESSA (the Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa).
Publicity NewsPRISA appoints Tshepo Matseba as its new president33-year-old corporate communication strategist, Tshepo Matseba APR, has been elected as president of the Public Relations Institute of Southern Africa (PRISA).
Publicity NewsTSiBA launches Perspectives: The Search for Tomorrow’s Leaders Perspectives: The Search for Tomorrow’s Leaders , a book that features leaders and those that are committed to shaping the next generation has been launched by Tertiary School in Business Administration (TSiBA).
Publicity NewsTiamara Williams to host two one-day seminars in JohannesburgNew Zealand talk show host, Tiamara Williams is coming South Africa to host two, one-day ‘Inspire Your Life’ seminars. The seminars will be taking place in Johannesburg on Saturday 20 and 27 October 2012 from 09:00 to 17:00.
Publicity NewsEntries for Mr. Gay South AfricaTM 2012/2013 are now openEntries for Mr. Gay South Africa TM 2012/2013 have opened, the winner of which will represent South Africa in August 2013 in Antwerp, Belgium at Mr Gay World 2013. Mr. Gay World 2013 will form part of the cultural programme at the 2013 worldOutgames .
Tuesday, 19 June 2012
Publicity NewsVodacom teams up with celebrities for its Birdies for Kiddie campaignThe Pretoria Country Club hosted a celebrity-studded charity event featuring players from Vodacom-sponsored teams Kaizer Chiefs, Orlando Pirates, the Vodacom Bulls as well as professional golfers playing in the Vodacom Origins of Golf Tour.
Publicity NewsACSA Disability Trade and Lifestyle Expo and Conference coming up in SeptemberThe 8 th ACSA Disability Trade and Lifestyle Expo and Conference is set to place from 6 to 8 September at Sandton Convention Centre.
Publicity NewsProject Lungisela aims to give young disadvantaged people the skills to succeedAccording to a study done in 2011 by the National Youth Development Agency, over 70% of young people in South Africa between the ages of 18 and 24 are not in formal education or employment.
Publicity NewsWhat to look for when choosing a professional conference organiserEvents and conferences have come a long way since the days when you could hand them over to the departmental assistant and expect a good event and even a great outcome. Today’s event-goers are more sophisticated, discerning and demanding by far, says Fizz Marketing owner, Celeste Whitaker.
Publicity NewsHavas Sports & Entertinament launches the Citroën DS5 in styleTrueto, the spirit of Citroën’s ‘Creative Technologie’, Havas Sports & Entertainment conceptualised what has been hailed as an industry first, the DS5 Explore Challenge, to introduce Citroën’s flagship model to South Africa.
Publicity NewsMail&Guardian nominates Mandla Ndlovu as a future leaderOn Friday, 22 June the Mail&Guardian announced that Mandla Ndlovu has been nominated as one of the 200 young future South Africans leaders.
New AccountsGreenQueen wins Geberit Southern Africa accountGreenQueen Communications has been awarded the public relations account for Geberit Southern Africa.
Publicity NewsStand a chance to win a signed Manchester United shirtThe Children’s Hospital Trust has received a Manchester United jersey signed by such legends as Gary Pallister, Denis Irwin and André Richie and the public has until the end of June to stand a chance to win it. A donation of R50 places anyone in line to win the jersey with 100% of all money raised going directly to the Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital.
Publicity NewsSouth African wins at 2012Oguntê Global Women Social Leadership AwardsDuring a ceremony in Westminster, London, the Oguntê Global Women Social Leadership champions were announced. Supported by WeightWatchers International, the Awards have recognised women in the UK and abroad, influential leaders, connectors, campaigners and social entrepreneurs, who offer innovative and sustainable solutions to pressing social issues, and can evidence their social impact.
Publicity News2012 IP Expo cancelled as the recession continues to biteDespite the successful launch of 2011 IP Expo , Montgomery Africa has announced that the technology show will not take place as planned in August this year.
New AccountsRed Carpet Concepts wins two new accountsBoutique PR, marketing, social media and events agency, Red Carpet Concepts, has announced the appointment of two new accounts namely, Goldfish and Crystal Creations TM .
Publicity NewsEllies Renewable Energy successfully completes P1Ellies Renewable Energy (ERE) has successfully completed the first phase of the national 'project power save' campaign, ahead of the end-June scheduled deadline.
Tuesday, 19 June 2012
Publicity NewsGearhouse SA planning technical production for 5fm Music FestivalGearhouse is set to rock Jeffrey’s Bay with an exciting design and some of the most up-to-date technology for the upcoming 5fm Music Festival.
Publicity NewsKFC uses Tradeway Promotions to introduce its new a.m. breakfast rangeKFC appointed Tradeway Promotions to run a nationwide sampling campaign to introduce the a.m. Riser breakfast meal to customers in store during April and May 2012.
Editorial DeskEvents: The good, the bad and the blehMatthew Savides of The Sunday Times tweeted last week “Got a press invite this morning. Tells me to RSVP by June 7. Today's June 12. I guess I won't be going, then ...”. It’s a common gripe in the local media industry. Some of my best friends work in public relations and do the job well, but as with anything in life, there are times when things go wrong. This week, I investigate.
Publicity NewsProminent Paints restores colour to underpriviledged Soweto schoolsAs part of a Prominent Paints’ Corporate Social Investment (CSI) initiative to mark Youth Day, the paint supplier joined forces with the Cheesekids organisation to help paint and restore colour to two underprivileged schools in Soweto.
Publicity NewsMutual & Federal deems most interactive at Insurance ConferenceMutual & Federal, a member of the Old Mutual Group, was named the winner of the most interactive stand at the annual Insurance Conference that took place at Sun City from 10 to 12 June.
Publicity NewsNew era for HIP2B²The management team of HIP2B² is taking ownership of the brand and is growing it as a social enterprise. The youth organisation promotes the study of maths, science and technology-related subjects, entrepreneurial skills and analytical thinking, and was started as the inspirational outreach for Mark Shuttleworth’s trip into space in 2002.
Publicity NewsEskom Foundation and Standard Bank renew and increase their commitment to BOFEThe Business Opportunities & Franchise Expo has announced that both the Eskom Foundation and Standard Bank have confirmed their involvement for 2012.
Publicity NewsJust ten days left to nominate your philanthropy heroes for awardsNominations for the prestigious annual Inyathelo Philanthropy Awards close on Friday, 29 June. The annual national awards were established six years ago to acknowledge, celebrate and honour those whose personal giving has contributed towards sustainable social change in South Africa and has inspired others to give.
Publicity NewsBring the family to the Wonder MarketThere will be food, craft and treasures at the Wonder Market at Chris Saunders Park in Umhlanga on 1 July from 09:00 to 14:00.
Tuesday, 19 June 2012
Publicity NewsDurban to host next Home Channel Décor and Design MorningShifting its focus to KwaZulu Natal, the next Home Channel Décor and Design Morning sponsored by Plascon and hosted by Edith Venter of Edith Unlimited will be held on Thursday, 28 June at the Zimbaii Fairmont Resort.
Publicity NewsAccsys takes part in Cell C's 'Bring a Girl Child to Work Day' initiativeThe annual Cell C ‘Bring a Girl Child to Work Day’ initiative has kept the role of women in the workplace on the minds of decision makers and business leaders claims management at Accsys.
Publicity NewsSA Post Office teaming up with Good Hope FM for its winter campaignAs the logistics partner for the Good Hope FM ’s annual ‘Keep Cape Town Warm’ campaign in partnership with Absa, the SA Post Office will be accepting donations at all their branches in the Western Cape.
Publicity NewsSnapComms introduces a new urgent and emergency alertIn response to clients’ needs to communicate directly with their staff, bypassing traditional and largely immeasurable tools such as email, SnapComms has introduced a new urgent and emergency alert, brought into Africa by Talk2Us.
Publicity NewsReuben Riffel caters for major Compass Group SA eventFood doesn’t have to be fancy and extravagant to be delicious. Too much messing about makes it lose its identity and essence, maintains South African celebrity chef, Reuben Riffel.
Publicity NewsJet Club partners with Nashua Children's Charity FoundationIn partnership with the Nashua Children’s Charity Foundation, Jet Stores provided the Strathyre Girls Home with pajamas and underwear for their 47 young charges, who range from 3 to 18 years.
Publicity NewsDécor, design heavyweights join Decorex SA teamTwo new décor and design heavyweights have joined the Decorex SA team on the eve of the Johannsburg show.
Publicity NewsOnline maths tuition to meet learners' needsAccording to a recent Unisa study, which investigated the state of supplementary maths tuition in South Africa, three barriers were identified that prevent learners from accessing extra help with mathematics ...
Publicity NewsRoman’s Pizza sells almost 1-million pizzas; hands over R1-million to Matla a BanaRoman’s Pizza has broken all sales records in May following its commitment to share R1 off every pizza sold with children’s care organisation Matla a Bana. Pizza sales exceeded all expectations as the brand rallied consumers to participate in raising much needed funds.
Tuesday, 19 June 2012
Publicity NewsCavendish Square to cater for children during school holidaysCavendish Square has announced its plans to provide children’s entertainment during the upcoming school holidays in the form of old-fashioned fun.
New AccountsFleishman-Hillard appointed as the PR partner for Discovery Networks CEEMEAFleishman-Hillard has been appointed as the PR partner to Discovery Networks Central & Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa (CEEMEA) in South Africa.
Publicity NewsVolvo Big Drive campaign exceeding expectationsSor far, the Volvo Big Drive has delivered exceptional results and over-achieved on expectations.
Publicity NewsINHOUSE adds Coastlands Umhlanga to its KwaZulu Natal portfolioThe recent addition of Coastlands Umhlanga Hotel and Convention Centre to the INHOUSE Venue Technical Management (IVTM), KwaZulu Natal portfolio, proved what hard work can achieve.
Publicity NewsPandora jewellery to add pieces to its breast cancer collectionPandora has added some distinctive jewellery pieces to mark its seventh year of commitment to breast cancer awareness.
Tuesday, 19 June 2012
Publicity NewsNative helps to raise online support for Chevrolet initiativesWhen Chevrolet decided to launch its all-new Chevrolet Utility with the idea to bring more heart and soul into it, full service digital marketing agency, Native stepped up to assist.
Publicity NewsTheme of 5th International Halaal Conference announced‘Navigating in the Halaal Economy’ is the theme of the 5 th International Halaal Conference , which forms part of Africa’s Big Seven (AB7), the biggest food and beverage trade expo on the African continent.
Publicity NewsElvis Blue Music Academy honours its first class of graduatesThe Elvis Blue Music Academy, named after SAMA -winning musician, Elvis Blue, honoured the children who took part in its programmes with a special ceremony for its first class of graduates in Sandton.
Publicity NewsDStv donates R200 000 to the Rena le Lona Creative Centre for ChildrenThe Rena le Lona Creative Centre for Children in Soweto has received an aid package valued at R200 000 from DStv, after a subscriber entered its name in the DStv Care More customer community support initiative.
Publicity Newshuman.kind advertising begins fundraising initiative for WESSAhuman.kind advertising views CSI as a sustained practise that incorporates its business ethos: to act with purpose. With that in mind, human.kind started a fundraising initiative for NGO, WESSA (the Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa).
Publicity NewsPRISA appoints Tshepo Matseba as its new president33-year-old corporate communication strategist, Tshepo Matseba APR, has been elected as president of the Public Relations Institute of Southern Africa (PRISA).
Publicity NewsTSiBA launches Perspectives: The Search for Tomorrow’s Leaders Perspectives: The Search for Tomorrow’s Leaders , a book that features leaders and those that are committed to shaping the next generation has been launched by Tertiary School in Business Administration (TSiBA).
Publicity NewsTiamara Williams to host two one-day seminars in JohannesburgNew Zealand talk show host, Tiamara Williams is coming South Africa to host two, one-day ‘Inspire Your Life’ seminars. The seminars will be taking place in Johannesburg on Saturday 20 and 27 October 2012 from 09:00 to 17:00.
Publicity NewsEntries for Mr. Gay South AfricaTM 2012/2013 are now openEntries for Mr. Gay South Africa TM 2012/2013 have opened, the winner of which will represent South Africa in August 2013 in Antwerp, Belgium at Mr Gay World 2013. Mr. Gay World 2013 will form part of the cultural programme at the 2013 worldOutgames .
Tuesday, 19 June 2012
Publicity NewsVodacom teams up with celebrities for its Birdies for Kiddie campaignThe Pretoria Country Club hosted a celebrity-studded charity event featuring players from Vodacom-sponsored teams Kaizer Chiefs, Orlando Pirates, the Vodacom Bulls as well as professional golfers playing in the Vodacom Origins of Golf Tour.
Publicity NewsACSA Disability Trade and Lifestyle Expo and Conference coming up in SeptemberThe 8 th ACSA Disability Trade and Lifestyle Expo and Conference is set to place from 6 to 8 September at Sandton Convention Centre.
Publicity NewsProject Lungisela aims to give young disadvantaged people the skills to succeedAccording to a study done in 2011 by the National Youth Development Agency, over 70% of young people in South Africa between the ages of 18 and 24 are not in formal education or employment.
Publicity NewsWhat to look for when choosing a professional conference organiserEvents and conferences have come a long way since the days when you could hand them over to the departmental assistant and expect a good event and even a great outcome. Today’s event-goers are more sophisticated, discerning and demanding by far, says Fizz Marketing owner, Celeste Whitaker.
Publicity NewsHavas Sports & Entertinament launches the Citroën DS5 in styleTrueto, the spirit of Citroën’s ‘Creative Technologie’, Havas Sports & Entertainment conceptualised what has been hailed as an industry first, the DS5 Explore Challenge, to introduce Citroën’s flagship model to South Africa.
Publicity NewsMail&Guardian nominates Mandla Ndlovu as a future leaderOn Friday, 22 June the Mail&Guardian announced that Mandla Ndlovu has been nominated as one of the 200 young future South Africans leaders.
New AccountsGreenQueen wins Geberit Southern Africa accountGreenQueen Communications has been awarded the public relations account for Geberit Southern Africa.
Publicity NewsStand a chance to win a signed Manchester United shirtThe Children’s Hospital Trust has received a Manchester United jersey signed by such legends as Gary Pallister, Denis Irwin and André Richie and the public has until the end of June to stand a chance to win it. A donation of R50 places anyone in line to win the jersey with 100% of all money raised going directly to the Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital.
Publicity NewsSouth African wins at 2012Oguntê Global Women Social Leadership AwardsDuring a ceremony in Westminster, London, the Oguntê Global Women Social Leadership champions were announced. Supported by WeightWatchers International, the Awards have recognised women in the UK and abroad, influential leaders, connectors, campaigners and social entrepreneurs, who offer innovative and sustainable solutions to pressing social issues, and can evidence their social impact.
Publicity News2012 IP Expo cancelled as the recession continues to biteDespite the successful launch of 2011 IP Expo , Montgomery Africa has announced that the technology show will not take place as planned in August this year.
New AccountsRed Carpet Concepts wins two new accountsBoutique PR, marketing, social media and events agency, Red Carpet Concepts, has announced the appointment of two new accounts namely, Goldfish and Crystal Creations TM .
Publicity NewsEllies Renewable Energy successfully completes P1Ellies Renewable Energy (ERE) has successfully completed the first phase of the national 'project power save' campaign, ahead of the end-June scheduled deadline.
Tuesday, 19 June 2012
Publicity NewsCape Town hotel pledges its suppot for Children in Distress initiativeThe Constantia Hotel and Conference Centre in Midrand, said that it was committed to bettering the lives of the underprivileged through helping provide monthly food supplies for the Children in Distress initiative.
Publicity NewsCorobrik finds success with its latest CSI projectThe strawberry farming initiative at Corobrik’s Rietvlei factory near Pretoria is bearing fruit – and the latest achievements not only include a successful harvest that regularly makes its way to leading retailers but also the formation of a trust that will give members of the local community who are working on the farm an opportunity to share in the profits.
Editorial DeskThe importance of images in press releasesThe relationship between PR professionals and journalists has been a love/hate one for years, but very few ever speak about the relationship between the PR and the layout designer. This relationship is more of frustration than anything else and this is due to lack of understanding the importance of images in a release.
People on the MoveGo4ward expands with two new appointmentsPR and Communications agency, go4word has appointed social media manager Jacobus van Eeden to its expanding team. In addition Lisa Sharland joins go4word as an account director.
Publicity NewsEduloan believes today is the day to build your dreamEducation financier and bursary administrator Eduloan has launched a new campaign to challenge the thinking around the saying ‘one day is one day’. The mythical ‘one day’ is actually today, according to the campaign, which presents an open letter that aims to rally South Africans to change and become proactive masters of their destinies.
Publicity NewsSAITEX Conference to reveal online retail secrets SAITEX (the Southern African International Trade Exhibition), the continent’s biggest retail goods trade fair, will be host a three-day conference exploring online retailing from 16 to 18 July 2012 at Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand, Johannesburg.
New AccountsVolcano Group to produce creative campaign for BMW SA stand at BMW Group IT FairFollowing a week of award-winning stand and exhibition projects, through-the-line agency Volcano Group has won the pitch to produce the creative campaign, promotional collateral and AV requirements for the BMW South Africa stand at the BMW Group IT Fair to be held in Germany in October 2012.
Publicity NewsThe Wildlife Society and WESSA to co-host 2012 International Wildlife Management CongressThe Wildlife Society and WESSA (the Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa), together with key South African partners; namely SANParks and Ezemvelo KwaZulu-Natal Wildlife, are set to co-host the IV International Wildlife Management Congress 2012 from 9 to12 July, in Durban at the International Convention Centre.
Publicity NewsOrganisers putting on the final touches ahead of Decorex Joburg 2012With only a few weeks to go, the team at Decorex SA are busy putting the finishing touches to the annual Gauteng showcase of the finest décor, design and lifestyle trends and accessories the country has to offer. Decorex Joburg kicks off on 8 August.
Publicity NewsFerrari and clients demonstrate generosityFerrari’s clients and enthusiasts across the world have once again demonstrated their generosity. Over the last two weeks, their online auction has raised over 1.8-million Euros. That significant sum will now be donated to help the families of the victims of the earthquakes that struck Emilia-Romagna on 20 and 29 May, many of whom died at their workplace.

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