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Week in review: Week ending 4 July 2012

Wednesday, 27 June 2012
Publicity NewsBeyond the Dress to host Nadia Bilchik in AugustBeyond the Dress is set to host keynote speaker, Nadia Bilchik on 5 August at the Hyatt Regency Hotel Rosebank for a workshop.
Publicity NewsTCTS SATM celebrates five years of pioneering financial literacyTeaching children the value of money and the importance of saving and spending it wisely is the best inheritance anyone can give them. This is the legacy the Teach Children to Save South Africa TM (TCTS SA TM ) campaign wants to entrench.
New AccountsCLE Communications to manage publicity for TaxTimBoutique communications PR agency CLE Communications, has been appointed to manage the publicity for internet start-up company TaxTim.
AwardsInzalo Communication wins at Best in Biz Awards 2012Inzalo Communication has been named the gold and silver winner for PR Campaign of the Year in the Best in Biz Awards 2012 EMEA. EMEA is the only independent international business awards program judged by members of the press and industry analysts.
Publicity NewsLead SA acknowledges pensioner who leads by exampleLead SA ambassador Africa Melane and the 94.5 Kfm Ground Patrol team went out to The Good Shepherd Anglican Church in Kensington to publicly acknowledge and congratulate a Judy Mulder. Mulder has been driving for the past 45 years and has not received a single traffic fine to date.
Publicity NewsAvon shows that it is not just a beauty and cosmetics companyAccording to the Direct Selling Association of South Africa (DSA), the direct selling industry currently provides an income to over 1.3 million representatives who shared some R3.3-billion in earnings from selling R7.8-billion worth of products in 2011.
Publicity NewsDrama for Life aims to inform students about issues of HIV through latest projectAccording to the Department of Basic Education’s last survey, 49 600 students had fallen pregnant across all grades in 2008. Studies show that countries that include sex education in their school’s programme have lower teenage pregnancy rates.
Publicity NewsDulux SA looking to go the green routeDulux South Africa has gone the green route internally as it seeks to minimise the impact of its operations on the environment. In line with this commitment, the company held its first ever Global Sustainability Day which underlines the company’s commitment to ensuring that sustainability issues are at the forefront of its agenda.
Publicity NewsInternational and local speakers to share expertise at the inaugural DESTINY ForumThe first ever DESTINY Forum will commence with internationally acclaimed speakers who will share their expertise with the Forum’s attendees. Dr Iyanla Vanzant, Thebe Ikalafeng, Phuthi Mahanyele, Kuben Naidoo and Marcus Buckingham will headline the entrepreneurial conference to be held in Johannesburg on 23 July.
Publicity NewsSAITEX – business opportunities of the yearThe world is coming to Africa – SAITEX , to be specific. In the middle of July, the Southern African International Trade Exhibition will host over 800 international exhibitors from 40 countries with only one goal – to do business! Africa’s biggest business opportunities expo takes place over three days at Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand from 15 to 17 July.
Wednesday, 27 June 2012
Publicity NewsBeyond the Dress to host Nadia Bilchik in AugustBeyond the Dress is set to host keynote speaker, Nadia Bilchik on 5 August at the Hyatt Regency Hotel Rosebank for a workshop.
Publicity NewsTCTS SATM celebrates five years of pioneering financial literacyTeaching children the value of money and the importance of saving and spending it wisely is the best inheritance anyone can give them. This is the legacy the Teach Children to Save South Africa TM (TCTS SA TM ) campaign wants to entrench.
New AccountsCLE Communications to manage publicity for TaxTimBoutique communications PR agency CLE Communications, has been appointed to manage the publicity for internet start-up company TaxTim.
AwardsInzalo Communication wins at Best in Biz Awards 2012Inzalo Communication has been named the gold and silver winner for PR Campaign of the Year in the Best in Biz Awards 2012 EMEA. EMEA is the only independent international business awards program judged by members of the press and industry analysts.
Publicity NewsLead SA acknowledges pensioner who leads by exampleLead SA ambassador Africa Melane and the 94.5 Kfm Ground Patrol team went out to The Good Shepherd Anglican Church in Kensington to publicly acknowledge and congratulate a Judy Mulder. Mulder has been driving for the past 45 years and has not received a single traffic fine to date.
Publicity NewsAvon shows that it is not just a beauty and cosmetics companyAccording to the Direct Selling Association of South Africa (DSA), the direct selling industry currently provides an income to over 1.3 million representatives who shared some R3.3-billion in earnings from selling R7.8-billion worth of products in 2011.
Publicity NewsDrama for Life aims to inform students about issues of HIV through latest projectAccording to the Department of Basic Education’s last survey, 49 600 students had fallen pregnant across all grades in 2008. Studies show that countries that include sex education in their school’s programme have lower teenage pregnancy rates.
Publicity NewsDulux SA looking to go the green routeDulux South Africa has gone the green route internally as it seeks to minimise the impact of its operations on the environment. In line with this commitment, the company held its first ever Global Sustainability Day which underlines the company’s commitment to ensuring that sustainability issues are at the forefront of its agenda.
Publicity NewsInternational and local speakers to share expertise at the inaugural DESTINY ForumThe first ever DESTINY Forum will commence with internationally acclaimed speakers who will share their expertise with the Forum’s attendees. Dr Iyanla Vanzant, Thebe Ikalafeng, Phuthi Mahanyele, Kuben Naidoo and Marcus Buckingham will headline the entrepreneurial conference to be held in Johannesburg on 23 July.
Publicity NewsSAITEX – business opportunities of the yearThe world is coming to Africa – SAITEX , to be specific. In the middle of July, the Southern African International Trade Exhibition will host over 800 international exhibitors from 40 countries with only one goal – to do business! Africa’s biggest business opportunities expo takes place over three days at Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand from 15 to 17 July.
Wednesday, 27 June 2012
Publicity NewsFord releases its latest annual Sustainability ReportFord announced in its annual Sustainability Report, released on 15 June, that it has reduced the amount of energy required to produce each vehicle in its manufacturing facilities by 22% in the last six years. The company also announced plans to reduce usage by another 25% on a per vehicle basis by 2016.
Publicity NewsThe growth of the specialist PR agencyThe ability of PR agencies to build and manage consumer engagement, in an age where advertising budgets are increasingly meagre, is assisting the more forward thinking companies in prevailing (and sometimes sailing) through hard times in the industry.
Publicity NewsCookbook to help SA cater for the tastes of new tourist marketsSouth African Tourism is set to help the country’s hospitality industry to cook up a storm and better cater for the steadily growing number of tourists from emerging markets who choose South Africa as their next holiday destination.
Publicity NewsPres Les celebrates 40 years in business by giving back to the communityTo celebrate their success of 40 years in business, direct sales company Pres Les decided to give thanks by giving back to the community. On Wednesday, 20 June, Pres Les staff members visited Nazareth House in Vredehoek; the second of four charities to receive R250 000 from the company this month.
Publicity NewsPres Les gives back to Red Cross War Memorial Children's HospitalTo celebrate their success of 40 years in business, direct sales company Pres Les decided to give thanks by giving back to the community. On Monday, 25 June, Pres Les staff members visited the Red Cross War Memorial Children's Hospital in Rondebosch. The Children’s Hospital Trust is the third of four charities to receive R250 000 from the company this month.
Publicity NewsNominations for 2012 Eco-Logic Awards are now openNominations for the 2012 Eco-Logic Awards are now open for nominations. The awards, which were initiated by Enviropaedia initiated 2011, aim to recognise and honour the individuals, organisations and communities that practice eco-logical thinking and values through a product, service or initiative that helps protect and preserve the Earth and its eco-systems.
Publicity NewsNelson Mandela Square teams up with SAfm for Mandela Day initiativeIn response to the Nelson Mandela Foundation’s call for people to contribute 67 minutes of their time on Nelson Mandela’s birthday towards a humanitarian cause, Nelson Mandela Square has teamed up with SAfm to create a unique opportunity for shoppers to donate non-perishable foods and books to Iphutheng Primary School.
Publicity NewsGrindrod Bank Umngazi Pondo Pedal 2012 pedals to support social upliftmentThe Grindrod Bank Umngazi Pondo Pedal race, held annually in June, has in just two years become a popular fixture on the mountain biking calendar. Billed as the epitome of purist mountain biking, what truly sets this event apart is that it is a race with heart.
Publicity NewsAt On the Dot 1 + 1 = 2Skills development and education are the basic pillars to build a sustainable workforce for the future and with a high demand for studies in the maths and science field On the Dot partnered with TRAC to offer learners extra guidance in this area.
Wednesday, 27 June 2012
Publicity NewsBeyond the Dress to host Nadia Bilchik in AugustBeyond the Dress is set to host keynote speaker, Nadia Bilchik on 5 August at the Hyatt Regency Hotel Rosebank for a workshop.
Publicity NewsTCTS SATM celebrates five years of pioneering financial literacyTeaching children the value of money and the importance of saving and spending it wisely is the best inheritance anyone can give them. This is the legacy the Teach Children to Save South Africa TM (TCTS SA TM ) campaign wants to entrench.
New AccountsCLE Communications to manage publicity for TaxTimBoutique communications PR agency CLE Communications, has been appointed to manage the publicity for internet start-up company TaxTim.
AwardsInzalo Communication wins at Best in Biz Awards 2012Inzalo Communication has been named the gold and silver winner for PR Campaign of the Year in the Best in Biz Awards 2012 EMEA. EMEA is the only independent international business awards program judged by members of the press and industry analysts.
Publicity NewsLead SA acknowledges pensioner who leads by exampleLead SA ambassador Africa Melane and the 94.5 Kfm Ground Patrol team went out to The Good Shepherd Anglican Church in Kensington to publicly acknowledge and congratulate a Judy Mulder. Mulder has been driving for the past 45 years and has not received a single traffic fine to date.
Publicity NewsAvon shows that it is not just a beauty and cosmetics companyAccording to the Direct Selling Association of South Africa (DSA), the direct selling industry currently provides an income to over 1.3 million representatives who shared some R3.3-billion in earnings from selling R7.8-billion worth of products in 2011.
Publicity NewsDrama for Life aims to inform students about issues of HIV through latest projectAccording to the Department of Basic Education’s last survey, 49 600 students had fallen pregnant across all grades in 2008. Studies show that countries that include sex education in their school’s programme have lower teenage pregnancy rates.
Publicity NewsDulux SA looking to go the green routeDulux South Africa has gone the green route internally as it seeks to minimise the impact of its operations on the environment. In line with this commitment, the company held its first ever Global Sustainability Day which underlines the company’s commitment to ensuring that sustainability issues are at the forefront of its agenda.
Publicity NewsInternational and local speakers to share expertise at the inaugural DESTINY ForumThe first ever DESTINY Forum will commence with internationally acclaimed speakers who will share their expertise with the Forum’s attendees. Dr Iyanla Vanzant, Thebe Ikalafeng, Phuthi Mahanyele, Kuben Naidoo and Marcus Buckingham will headline the entrepreneurial conference to be held in Johannesburg on 23 July.
Publicity NewsSAITEX – business opportunities of the yearThe world is coming to Africa – SAITEX , to be specific. In the middle of July, the Southern African International Trade Exhibition will host over 800 international exhibitors from 40 countries with only one goal – to do business! Africa’s biggest business opportunities expo takes place over three days at Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand from 15 to 17 July.
Wednesday, 27 June 2012
Publicity NewsFord releases its latest annual Sustainability ReportFord announced in its annual Sustainability Report, released on 15 June, that it has reduced the amount of energy required to produce each vehicle in its manufacturing facilities by 22% in the last six years. The company also announced plans to reduce usage by another 25% on a per vehicle basis by 2016.
Publicity NewsThe growth of the specialist PR agencyThe ability of PR agencies to build and manage consumer engagement, in an age where advertising budgets are increasingly meagre, is assisting the more forward thinking companies in prevailing (and sometimes sailing) through hard times in the industry.
Publicity NewsCookbook to help SA cater for the tastes of new tourist marketsSouth African Tourism is set to help the country’s hospitality industry to cook up a storm and better cater for the steadily growing number of tourists from emerging markets who choose South Africa as their next holiday destination.
Publicity NewsPres Les celebrates 40 years in business by giving back to the communityTo celebrate their success of 40 years in business, direct sales company Pres Les decided to give thanks by giving back to the community. On Wednesday, 20 June, Pres Les staff members visited Nazareth House in Vredehoek; the second of four charities to receive R250 000 from the company this month.
Publicity NewsPres Les gives back to Red Cross War Memorial Children's HospitalTo celebrate their success of 40 years in business, direct sales company Pres Les decided to give thanks by giving back to the community. On Monday, 25 June, Pres Les staff members visited the Red Cross War Memorial Children's Hospital in Rondebosch. The Children’s Hospital Trust is the third of four charities to receive R250 000 from the company this month.
Publicity NewsNominations for 2012 Eco-Logic Awards are now openNominations for the 2012 Eco-Logic Awards are now open for nominations. The awards, which were initiated by Enviropaedia initiated 2011, aim to recognise and honour the individuals, organisations and communities that practice eco-logical thinking and values through a product, service or initiative that helps protect and preserve the Earth and its eco-systems.
Publicity NewsNelson Mandela Square teams up with SAfm for Mandela Day initiativeIn response to the Nelson Mandela Foundation’s call for people to contribute 67 minutes of their time on Nelson Mandela’s birthday towards a humanitarian cause, Nelson Mandela Square has teamed up with SAfm to create a unique opportunity for shoppers to donate non-perishable foods and books to Iphutheng Primary School.
Publicity NewsGrindrod Bank Umngazi Pondo Pedal 2012 pedals to support social upliftmentThe Grindrod Bank Umngazi Pondo Pedal race, held annually in June, has in just two years become a popular fixture on the mountain biking calendar. Billed as the epitome of purist mountain biking, what truly sets this event apart is that it is a race with heart.
Publicity NewsAt On the Dot 1 + 1 = 2Skills development and education are the basic pillars to build a sustainable workforce for the future and with a high demand for studies in the maths and science field On the Dot partnered with TRAC to offer learners extra guidance in this area.
Wednesday, 27 June 2012
Publicity NewsSport Industry Summit to debate SA's evolving sport industryThe future of the rapidly evolving South African sport industry will be debated on 25 October, when the country's leading figures and most powerful sporting organisations and influencers gather for a day of discussion, innovation and exploration at the Sport Industry Summit in Johannesburg.
Publicity NewsCampaign highlights the important of access to waterL’Oreal’s special limited edition Giorgio Armani fragrances Acqua Di Gio and Di Gioia - through a partnership with UNICEF – have highlighted the fact that water is a basic right for everyone.
Wednesday, 27 June 2012
Publicity NewsBeyond the Dress to host Nadia Bilchik in AugustBeyond the Dress is set to host keynote speaker, Nadia Bilchik on 5 August at the Hyatt Regency Hotel Rosebank for a workshop.
Publicity NewsTCTS SATM celebrates five years of pioneering financial literacyTeaching children the value of money and the importance of saving and spending it wisely is the best inheritance anyone can give them. This is the legacy the Teach Children to Save South Africa TM (TCTS SA TM ) campaign wants to entrench.
New AccountsCLE Communications to manage publicity for TaxTimBoutique communications PR agency CLE Communications, has been appointed to manage the publicity for internet start-up company TaxTim.
AwardsInzalo Communication wins at Best in Biz Awards 2012Inzalo Communication has been named the gold and silver winner for PR Campaign of the Year in the Best in Biz Awards 2012 EMEA. EMEA is the only independent international business awards program judged by members of the press and industry analysts.
Publicity NewsLead SA acknowledges pensioner who leads by exampleLead SA ambassador Africa Melane and the 94.5 Kfm Ground Patrol team went out to The Good Shepherd Anglican Church in Kensington to publicly acknowledge and congratulate a Judy Mulder. Mulder has been driving for the past 45 years and has not received a single traffic fine to date.
Publicity NewsAvon shows that it is not just a beauty and cosmetics companyAccording to the Direct Selling Association of South Africa (DSA), the direct selling industry currently provides an income to over 1.3 million representatives who shared some R3.3-billion in earnings from selling R7.8-billion worth of products in 2011.
Publicity NewsDrama for Life aims to inform students about issues of HIV through latest projectAccording to the Department of Basic Education’s last survey, 49 600 students had fallen pregnant across all grades in 2008. Studies show that countries that include sex education in their school’s programme have lower teenage pregnancy rates.
Publicity NewsDulux SA looking to go the green routeDulux South Africa has gone the green route internally as it seeks to minimise the impact of its operations on the environment. In line with this commitment, the company held its first ever Global Sustainability Day which underlines the company’s commitment to ensuring that sustainability issues are at the forefront of its agenda.
Publicity NewsInternational and local speakers to share expertise at the inaugural DESTINY ForumThe first ever DESTINY Forum will commence with internationally acclaimed speakers who will share their expertise with the Forum’s attendees. Dr Iyanla Vanzant, Thebe Ikalafeng, Phuthi Mahanyele, Kuben Naidoo and Marcus Buckingham will headline the entrepreneurial conference to be held in Johannesburg on 23 July.
Publicity NewsSAITEX – business opportunities of the yearThe world is coming to Africa – SAITEX , to be specific. In the middle of July, the Southern African International Trade Exhibition will host over 800 international exhibitors from 40 countries with only one goal – to do business! Africa’s biggest business opportunities expo takes place over three days at Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand from 15 to 17 July.
Wednesday, 27 June 2012
Publicity NewsFord releases its latest annual Sustainability ReportFord announced in its annual Sustainability Report, released on 15 June, that it has reduced the amount of energy required to produce each vehicle in its manufacturing facilities by 22% in the last six years. The company also announced plans to reduce usage by another 25% on a per vehicle basis by 2016.
Publicity NewsThe growth of the specialist PR agencyThe ability of PR agencies to build and manage consumer engagement, in an age where advertising budgets are increasingly meagre, is assisting the more forward thinking companies in prevailing (and sometimes sailing) through hard times in the industry.
Publicity NewsCookbook to help SA cater for the tastes of new tourist marketsSouth African Tourism is set to help the country’s hospitality industry to cook up a storm and better cater for the steadily growing number of tourists from emerging markets who choose South Africa as their next holiday destination.
Publicity NewsPres Les celebrates 40 years in business by giving back to the communityTo celebrate their success of 40 years in business, direct sales company Pres Les decided to give thanks by giving back to the community. On Wednesday, 20 June, Pres Les staff members visited Nazareth House in Vredehoek; the second of four charities to receive R250 000 from the company this month.
Publicity NewsPres Les gives back to Red Cross War Memorial Children's HospitalTo celebrate their success of 40 years in business, direct sales company Pres Les decided to give thanks by giving back to the community. On Monday, 25 June, Pres Les staff members visited the Red Cross War Memorial Children's Hospital in Rondebosch. The Children’s Hospital Trust is the third of four charities to receive R250 000 from the company this month.
Publicity NewsNominations for 2012 Eco-Logic Awards are now openNominations for the 2012 Eco-Logic Awards are now open for nominations. The awards, which were initiated by Enviropaedia initiated 2011, aim to recognise and honour the individuals, organisations and communities that practice eco-logical thinking and values through a product, service or initiative that helps protect and preserve the Earth and its eco-systems.
Publicity NewsNelson Mandela Square teams up with SAfm for Mandela Day initiativeIn response to the Nelson Mandela Foundation’s call for people to contribute 67 minutes of their time on Nelson Mandela’s birthday towards a humanitarian cause, Nelson Mandela Square has teamed up with SAfm to create a unique opportunity for shoppers to donate non-perishable foods and books to Iphutheng Primary School.
Publicity NewsGrindrod Bank Umngazi Pondo Pedal 2012 pedals to support social upliftmentThe Grindrod Bank Umngazi Pondo Pedal race, held annually in June, has in just two years become a popular fixture on the mountain biking calendar. Billed as the epitome of purist mountain biking, what truly sets this event apart is that it is a race with heart.
Publicity NewsAt On the Dot 1 + 1 = 2Skills development and education are the basic pillars to build a sustainable workforce for the future and with a high demand for studies in the maths and science field On the Dot partnered with TRAC to offer learners extra guidance in this area.
Wednesday, 27 June 2012
Publicity NewsSport Industry Summit to debate SA's evolving sport industryThe future of the rapidly evolving South African sport industry will be debated on 25 October, when the country's leading figures and most powerful sporting organisations and influencers gather for a day of discussion, innovation and exploration at the Sport Industry Summit in Johannesburg.
Publicity NewsCampaign highlights the important of access to waterL’Oreal’s special limited edition Giorgio Armani fragrances Acqua Di Gio and Di Gioia - through a partnership with UNICEF – have highlighted the fact that water is a basic right for everyone.
Wednesday, 27 June 2012
Publicity NewsDisappointment around UN Conference on Sustainable DevelopmentTwenty years ago, the United Nations summit held in Rio de Janeiro paved the way for landmark agreements on the climate and the environment. This year's meeting, on the other hand, has been widely criticized for its lack of vision in the face of accelerating degradation of the planet.
New AccountsSplash PR wins Akacia Pharmaceuticals accountIn a move toward further growth, Splash PR & Media Consultants has signed with Akacia Pharmaceuticals
Publicity NewsDespite the economic conditions, Livewired PR is growingIn spite of difficult economic conditions that have had an adverse effect on the PR industry, Livewired PR continues to experience growth.
AwardsSanlam wins big at Greening the Future AwardsSanlam has won two of the Mail&Guardian ’s Greening the Future Awards . The awards were presented at a ceremony in Johannesburg on Thursday, 28 June in recognition of the WWF Sanlam Living Waters Partnership.
Publicity NewsStor-Age supports local sportsThis past weekend saw a mini tournament between Pirates Rugby Club, based in Greenside, and their visiting opponents Roodepoort. Stor-Age was at the event to provide some droëwors hand outs, free parking and a sponsorship of water bottles filled with Energade to Pirates.
People on the MoveTotal Exposure appoints a new account managerTotal exposure has appointed Njabulo Mbatha as its account manager, commencing on 1 July. Mbatha has been in the public relations industry for the past 4 years and brings a strong corporate background to Total Exposure with particular focus on writing, stakeholder relations and crisis management.
Wednesday, 27 June 2012
Publicity NewsBeyond the Dress to host Nadia Bilchik in AugustBeyond the Dress is set to host keynote speaker, Nadia Bilchik on 5 August at the Hyatt Regency Hotel Rosebank for a workshop.
Publicity NewsTCTS SATM celebrates five years of pioneering financial literacyTeaching children the value of money and the importance of saving and spending it wisely is the best inheritance anyone can give them. This is the legacy the Teach Children to Save South Africa TM (TCTS SA TM ) campaign wants to entrench.
New AccountsCLE Communications to manage publicity for TaxTimBoutique communications PR agency CLE Communications, has been appointed to manage the publicity for internet start-up company TaxTim.
AwardsInzalo Communication wins at Best in Biz Awards 2012Inzalo Communication has been named the gold and silver winner for PR Campaign of the Year in the Best in Biz Awards 2012 EMEA. EMEA is the only independent international business awards program judged by members of the press and industry analysts.
Publicity NewsLead SA acknowledges pensioner who leads by exampleLead SA ambassador Africa Melane and the 94.5 Kfm Ground Patrol team went out to The Good Shepherd Anglican Church in Kensington to publicly acknowledge and congratulate a Judy Mulder. Mulder has been driving for the past 45 years and has not received a single traffic fine to date.
Publicity NewsAvon shows that it is not just a beauty and cosmetics companyAccording to the Direct Selling Association of South Africa (DSA), the direct selling industry currently provides an income to over 1.3 million representatives who shared some R3.3-billion in earnings from selling R7.8-billion worth of products in 2011.
Publicity NewsDrama for Life aims to inform students about issues of HIV through latest projectAccording to the Department of Basic Education’s last survey, 49 600 students had fallen pregnant across all grades in 2008. Studies show that countries that include sex education in their school’s programme have lower teenage pregnancy rates.
Publicity NewsDulux SA looking to go the green routeDulux South Africa has gone the green route internally as it seeks to minimise the impact of its operations on the environment. In line with this commitment, the company held its first ever Global Sustainability Day which underlines the company’s commitment to ensuring that sustainability issues are at the forefront of its agenda.
Publicity NewsInternational and local speakers to share expertise at the inaugural DESTINY ForumThe first ever DESTINY Forum will commence with internationally acclaimed speakers who will share their expertise with the Forum’s attendees. Dr Iyanla Vanzant, Thebe Ikalafeng, Phuthi Mahanyele, Kuben Naidoo and Marcus Buckingham will headline the entrepreneurial conference to be held in Johannesburg on 23 July.
Publicity NewsSAITEX – business opportunities of the yearThe world is coming to Africa – SAITEX , to be specific. In the middle of July, the Southern African International Trade Exhibition will host over 800 international exhibitors from 40 countries with only one goal – to do business! Africa’s biggest business opportunities expo takes place over three days at Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand from 15 to 17 July.
Wednesday, 27 June 2012
Publicity NewsFord releases its latest annual Sustainability ReportFord announced in its annual Sustainability Report, released on 15 June, that it has reduced the amount of energy required to produce each vehicle in its manufacturing facilities by 22% in the last six years. The company also announced plans to reduce usage by another 25% on a per vehicle basis by 2016.
Publicity NewsThe growth of the specialist PR agencyThe ability of PR agencies to build and manage consumer engagement, in an age where advertising budgets are increasingly meagre, is assisting the more forward thinking companies in prevailing (and sometimes sailing) through hard times in the industry.
Publicity NewsCookbook to help SA cater for the tastes of new tourist marketsSouth African Tourism is set to help the country’s hospitality industry to cook up a storm and better cater for the steadily growing number of tourists from emerging markets who choose South Africa as their next holiday destination.
Publicity NewsPres Les celebrates 40 years in business by giving back to the communityTo celebrate their success of 40 years in business, direct sales company Pres Les decided to give thanks by giving back to the community. On Wednesday, 20 June, Pres Les staff members visited Nazareth House in Vredehoek; the second of four charities to receive R250 000 from the company this month.
Publicity NewsPres Les gives back to Red Cross War Memorial Children's HospitalTo celebrate their success of 40 years in business, direct sales company Pres Les decided to give thanks by giving back to the community. On Monday, 25 June, Pres Les staff members visited the Red Cross War Memorial Children's Hospital in Rondebosch. The Children’s Hospital Trust is the third of four charities to receive R250 000 from the company this month.
Publicity NewsNominations for 2012 Eco-Logic Awards are now openNominations for the 2012 Eco-Logic Awards are now open for nominations. The awards, which were initiated by Enviropaedia initiated 2011, aim to recognise and honour the individuals, organisations and communities that practice eco-logical thinking and values through a product, service or initiative that helps protect and preserve the Earth and its eco-systems.
Publicity NewsNelson Mandela Square teams up with SAfm for Mandela Day initiativeIn response to the Nelson Mandela Foundation’s call for people to contribute 67 minutes of their time on Nelson Mandela’s birthday towards a humanitarian cause, Nelson Mandela Square has teamed up with SAfm to create a unique opportunity for shoppers to donate non-perishable foods and books to Iphutheng Primary School.
Publicity NewsGrindrod Bank Umngazi Pondo Pedal 2012 pedals to support social upliftmentThe Grindrod Bank Umngazi Pondo Pedal race, held annually in June, has in just two years become a popular fixture on the mountain biking calendar. Billed as the epitome of purist mountain biking, what truly sets this event apart is that it is a race with heart.
Publicity NewsAt On the Dot 1 + 1 = 2Skills development and education are the basic pillars to build a sustainable workforce for the future and with a high demand for studies in the maths and science field On the Dot partnered with TRAC to offer learners extra guidance in this area.
Wednesday, 27 June 2012
Publicity NewsSport Industry Summit to debate SA's evolving sport industryThe future of the rapidly evolving South African sport industry will be debated on 25 October, when the country's leading figures and most powerful sporting organisations and influencers gather for a day of discussion, innovation and exploration at the Sport Industry Summit in Johannesburg.
Publicity NewsCampaign highlights the important of access to waterL’Oreal’s special limited edition Giorgio Armani fragrances Acqua Di Gio and Di Gioia - through a partnership with UNICEF – have highlighted the fact that water is a basic right for everyone.
Wednesday, 27 June 2012
Publicity NewsDisappointment around UN Conference on Sustainable DevelopmentTwenty years ago, the United Nations summit held in Rio de Janeiro paved the way for landmark agreements on the climate and the environment. This year's meeting, on the other hand, has been widely criticized for its lack of vision in the face of accelerating degradation of the planet.
New AccountsSplash PR wins Akacia Pharmaceuticals accountIn a move toward further growth, Splash PR & Media Consultants has signed with Akacia Pharmaceuticals
Publicity NewsDespite the economic conditions, Livewired PR is growingIn spite of difficult economic conditions that have had an adverse effect on the PR industry, Livewired PR continues to experience growth.
AwardsSanlam wins big at Greening the Future AwardsSanlam has won two of the Mail&Guardian ’s Greening the Future Awards . The awards were presented at a ceremony in Johannesburg on Thursday, 28 June in recognition of the WWF Sanlam Living Waters Partnership.
Publicity NewsStor-Age supports local sportsThis past weekend saw a mini tournament between Pirates Rugby Club, based in Greenside, and their visiting opponents Roodepoort. Stor-Age was at the event to provide some droëwors hand outs, free parking and a sponsorship of water bottles filled with Energade to Pirates.
People on the MoveTotal Exposure appoints a new account managerTotal exposure has appointed Njabulo Mbatha as its account manager, commencing on 1 July. Mbatha has been in the public relations industry for the past 4 years and brings a strong corporate background to Total Exposure with particular focus on writing, stakeholder relations and crisis management.
Wednesday, 27 June 2012
Publicity NewsThe Muses become the latest ambassadors for PinkDriveSouth Africa’s all girl power-band, The Muses, have become the latest official ambassadors of PinkDrive – using their star-power to raise awareness of PinkDrive’s commendable efforts.
Publicity NewsKillarney Riviera Integrated Health Pharmacy unveils its new store designOn 28 June, 2012, Killarney Riviera Integrated Health Pharmacy, officially unveiled its new store design, but more importantly - its way of perceiving and meeting the all-inclusive healthcare needs of the modern world.
Editorial DeskTomorrow’s PR should include yesterday’s methodsThe nature of the media landscape is that it is an ever-changing one. And it will remain like that, constantly transforming to accommodate how we consume media and information. The same can be said for the PR industry.
Publicity NewsSETE recognizes how vital social media is for all eventsSports and Events Tourism Exchange (SETE) 2012 organisers' Thebe Exhibitions and Projects Group is proud to announce its partnership with iSportconnect, the world's largest sports business community.
Wednesday, 27 June 2012
Publicity NewsBeyond the Dress to host Nadia Bilchik in AugustBeyond the Dress is set to host keynote speaker, Nadia Bilchik on 5 August at the Hyatt Regency Hotel Rosebank for a workshop.
Publicity NewsTCTS SATM celebrates five years of pioneering financial literacyTeaching children the value of money and the importance of saving and spending it wisely is the best inheritance anyone can give them. This is the legacy the Teach Children to Save South Africa TM (TCTS SA TM ) campaign wants to entrench.
New AccountsCLE Communications to manage publicity for TaxTimBoutique communications PR agency CLE Communications, has been appointed to manage the publicity for internet start-up company TaxTim.
AwardsInzalo Communication wins at Best in Biz Awards 2012Inzalo Communication has been named the gold and silver winner for PR Campaign of the Year in the Best in Biz Awards 2012 EMEA. EMEA is the only independent international business awards program judged by members of the press and industry analysts.
Publicity NewsLead SA acknowledges pensioner who leads by exampleLead SA ambassador Africa Melane and the 94.5 Kfm Ground Patrol team went out to The Good Shepherd Anglican Church in Kensington to publicly acknowledge and congratulate a Judy Mulder. Mulder has been driving for the past 45 years and has not received a single traffic fine to date.
Publicity NewsAvon shows that it is not just a beauty and cosmetics companyAccording to the Direct Selling Association of South Africa (DSA), the direct selling industry currently provides an income to over 1.3 million representatives who shared some R3.3-billion in earnings from selling R7.8-billion worth of products in 2011.
Publicity NewsDrama for Life aims to inform students about issues of HIV through latest projectAccording to the Department of Basic Education’s last survey, 49 600 students had fallen pregnant across all grades in 2008. Studies show that countries that include sex education in their school’s programme have lower teenage pregnancy rates.
Publicity NewsDulux SA looking to go the green routeDulux South Africa has gone the green route internally as it seeks to minimise the impact of its operations on the environment. In line with this commitment, the company held its first ever Global Sustainability Day which underlines the company’s commitment to ensuring that sustainability issues are at the forefront of its agenda.
Publicity NewsInternational and local speakers to share expertise at the inaugural DESTINY ForumThe first ever DESTINY Forum will commence with internationally acclaimed speakers who will share their expertise with the Forum’s attendees. Dr Iyanla Vanzant, Thebe Ikalafeng, Phuthi Mahanyele, Kuben Naidoo and Marcus Buckingham will headline the entrepreneurial conference to be held in Johannesburg on 23 July.
Publicity NewsSAITEX – business opportunities of the yearThe world is coming to Africa – SAITEX , to be specific. In the middle of July, the Southern African International Trade Exhibition will host over 800 international exhibitors from 40 countries with only one goal – to do business! Africa’s biggest business opportunities expo takes place over three days at Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand from 15 to 17 July.
Wednesday, 27 June 2012
Publicity NewsFord releases its latest annual Sustainability ReportFord announced in its annual Sustainability Report, released on 15 June, that it has reduced the amount of energy required to produce each vehicle in its manufacturing facilities by 22% in the last six years. The company also announced plans to reduce usage by another 25% on a per vehicle basis by 2016.
Publicity NewsThe growth of the specialist PR agencyThe ability of PR agencies to build and manage consumer engagement, in an age where advertising budgets are increasingly meagre, is assisting the more forward thinking companies in prevailing (and sometimes sailing) through hard times in the industry.
Publicity NewsCookbook to help SA cater for the tastes of new tourist marketsSouth African Tourism is set to help the country’s hospitality industry to cook up a storm and better cater for the steadily growing number of tourists from emerging markets who choose South Africa as their next holiday destination.
Publicity NewsPres Les celebrates 40 years in business by giving back to the communityTo celebrate their success of 40 years in business, direct sales company Pres Les decided to give thanks by giving back to the community. On Wednesday, 20 June, Pres Les staff members visited Nazareth House in Vredehoek; the second of four charities to receive R250 000 from the company this month.
Publicity NewsPres Les gives back to Red Cross War Memorial Children's HospitalTo celebrate their success of 40 years in business, direct sales company Pres Les decided to give thanks by giving back to the community. On Monday, 25 June, Pres Les staff members visited the Red Cross War Memorial Children's Hospital in Rondebosch. The Children’s Hospital Trust is the third of four charities to receive R250 000 from the company this month.
Publicity NewsNominations for 2012 Eco-Logic Awards are now openNominations for the 2012 Eco-Logic Awards are now open for nominations. The awards, which were initiated by Enviropaedia initiated 2011, aim to recognise and honour the individuals, organisations and communities that practice eco-logical thinking and values through a product, service or initiative that helps protect and preserve the Earth and its eco-systems.
Publicity NewsNelson Mandela Square teams up with SAfm for Mandela Day initiativeIn response to the Nelson Mandela Foundation’s call for people to contribute 67 minutes of their time on Nelson Mandela’s birthday towards a humanitarian cause, Nelson Mandela Square has teamed up with SAfm to create a unique opportunity for shoppers to donate non-perishable foods and books to Iphutheng Primary School.
Publicity NewsGrindrod Bank Umngazi Pondo Pedal 2012 pedals to support social upliftmentThe Grindrod Bank Umngazi Pondo Pedal race, held annually in June, has in just two years become a popular fixture on the mountain biking calendar. Billed as the epitome of purist mountain biking, what truly sets this event apart is that it is a race with heart.
Publicity NewsAt On the Dot 1 + 1 = 2Skills development and education are the basic pillars to build a sustainable workforce for the future and with a high demand for studies in the maths and science field On the Dot partnered with TRAC to offer learners extra guidance in this area.
Wednesday, 27 June 2012
Publicity NewsSport Industry Summit to debate SA's evolving sport industryThe future of the rapidly evolving South African sport industry will be debated on 25 October, when the country's leading figures and most powerful sporting organisations and influencers gather for a day of discussion, innovation and exploration at the Sport Industry Summit in Johannesburg.
Publicity NewsCampaign highlights the important of access to waterL’Oreal’s special limited edition Giorgio Armani fragrances Acqua Di Gio and Di Gioia - through a partnership with UNICEF – have highlighted the fact that water is a basic right for everyone.
Wednesday, 27 June 2012
Publicity NewsDisappointment around UN Conference on Sustainable DevelopmentTwenty years ago, the United Nations summit held in Rio de Janeiro paved the way for landmark agreements on the climate and the environment. This year's meeting, on the other hand, has been widely criticized for its lack of vision in the face of accelerating degradation of the planet.
New AccountsSplash PR wins Akacia Pharmaceuticals accountIn a move toward further growth, Splash PR & Media Consultants has signed with Akacia Pharmaceuticals
Publicity NewsDespite the economic conditions, Livewired PR is growingIn spite of difficult economic conditions that have had an adverse effect on the PR industry, Livewired PR continues to experience growth.
AwardsSanlam wins big at Greening the Future AwardsSanlam has won two of the Mail&Guardian ’s Greening the Future Awards . The awards were presented at a ceremony in Johannesburg on Thursday, 28 June in recognition of the WWF Sanlam Living Waters Partnership.
Publicity NewsStor-Age supports local sportsThis past weekend saw a mini tournament between Pirates Rugby Club, based in Greenside, and their visiting opponents Roodepoort. Stor-Age was at the event to provide some droëwors hand outs, free parking and a sponsorship of water bottles filled with Energade to Pirates.
People on the MoveTotal Exposure appoints a new account managerTotal exposure has appointed Njabulo Mbatha as its account manager, commencing on 1 July. Mbatha has been in the public relations industry for the past 4 years and brings a strong corporate background to Total Exposure with particular focus on writing, stakeholder relations and crisis management.
Wednesday, 27 June 2012
Publicity NewsThe Muses become the latest ambassadors for PinkDriveSouth Africa’s all girl power-band, The Muses, have become the latest official ambassadors of PinkDrive – using their star-power to raise awareness of PinkDrive’s commendable efforts.
Publicity NewsKillarney Riviera Integrated Health Pharmacy unveils its new store designOn 28 June, 2012, Killarney Riviera Integrated Health Pharmacy, officially unveiled its new store design, but more importantly - its way of perceiving and meeting the all-inclusive healthcare needs of the modern world.
Editorial DeskTomorrow’s PR should include yesterday’s methodsThe nature of the media landscape is that it is an ever-changing one. And it will remain like that, constantly transforming to accommodate how we consume media and information. The same can be said for the PR industry.
Publicity NewsSETE recognizes how vital social media is for all eventsSports and Events Tourism Exchange (SETE) 2012 organisers' Thebe Exhibitions and Projects Group is proud to announce its partnership with iSportconnect, the world's largest sports business community.
Wednesday, 27 June 2012
People on the MoveMichael Farr to join Arcay Burson-MarstellerArcay Burson-Marsteller, part of leading global public relations and communications consultancy, Burson-Marsteller, announced the appointment of Michael Farr to the position of managing director of its South African operation. Effective mid-September, Farr will join the team led by CEO for Africa, Robyn de Villiers.
Publicity NewsStudy finds Avon is helping impoverished black women achieve economic autonomyA new three-year study of South African women working for the Avon sales network shows that the system is helping these impoverished black women achieve economic autonomy.
Publicity NewsWomen, children to benefit from L’Oréal's Citizen Day initiativeWomen and children in need are set to get a helping hand this July when L’Oréal South Africa staff dig in for a day to make a difference.
Publicity NewsNissan teams up with reality TV stars for Extreme Frontiers: South AfricaReality TV show stars Charley Boorman and Russ Malkin – who appeared on Channel 5’s Extreme Frontiers: Canada in 2011 have teamed up with Nissan for Extreme Frontiers: South Africa .
Publicity NewsThe Updates websites get a makeoverThe digital landscape is constantly evolving and the Updates publications are forging ahead with the rebranding of its three websites.

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