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Week in review: Week ending 17 July 2012

Tuesday, 10 July 2012
Publicity NewsFor Vodacom, July is the month of givingIn keeping with the spirit of giving and volunteering, Vodacom is dedicating the whole month of July to making a real positive change in people’s lives. The month of July will be now known as the month of giving, the annual highlight of Vodacom’s Volunteer programme which is the telecoms internal volunteer initiative for employees.
Publicity NewsAfrica Aerospace and Defence 2012 offers an opportunity for companiesAfrica's largest defence and aviation showcase is expected to be a great opportunity
Publicity NewsCIPR to release social media handbook for PR professionalsMore than 20 of the UK’s leading practitioners in the field of digital communications and public relations have contributed to Share This: The Social Media Handbook for PR Professionals – a crowdsourced social media book, from the Chartered Institute of Public Relations, due for publication in print and digital formats by Wiley on Friday, 20 July.
New AccountsVolcano PR wins SMEG account following a successful trial periodSMEG, the Italian appliance brand best known for their iconic retro range, has appointed Volcano PR to handle all their public relations and media partnership activity.
Publicity NewsSABC Education Baba Indaba is heading to Durban this JulyThe SABC Education Baba Indaba is set to take place from 27 to 29 July at the Gateway Shopping Mall between 09:30 and 17:00 daily.
Publicity NewsThe Gooderson Group sponsors unique mentoring programmeWith a heritage of hospitality spanning over 50 years, the Gooderson Leisure experience is renowned for the plethora of destination choices and activities, but what is not really known, is how this group supports a number of CSI initiatives.
Editorial DeskBe genuine, before doing good“Do good, or else it will be harder to do well.” It’s a quote paraphrased by Lange 360 managing director, Ruth Golembo, which, if applied to any business today, may sound a little self-serving. It’s easy to make that judgement and especially so if you look at how everyone is striving for transparency and authenticity when building a purpose-driven business.
Publicity NewsPier 14 Shopping Centre hosts successful blood drive for SANBSPier 14 Shopping Centre in Port Elizabeth played host to the final blood drive of National Blood Donor Month last week, under the theme ‘Every blood donor is a hero’.
Tuesday, 10 July 2012
Publicity NewsFor Vodacom, July is the month of givingIn keeping with the spirit of giving and volunteering, Vodacom is dedicating the whole month of July to making a real positive change in people’s lives. The month of July will be now known as the month of giving, the annual highlight of Vodacom’s Volunteer programme which is the telecoms internal volunteer initiative for employees.
Publicity NewsAfrica Aerospace and Defence 2012 offers an opportunity for companiesAfrica's largest defence and aviation showcase is expected to be a great opportunity
Publicity NewsCIPR to release social media handbook for PR professionalsMore than 20 of the UK’s leading practitioners in the field of digital communications and public relations have contributed to Share This: The Social Media Handbook for PR Professionals – a crowdsourced social media book, from the Chartered Institute of Public Relations, due for publication in print and digital formats by Wiley on Friday, 20 July.
New AccountsVolcano PR wins SMEG account following a successful trial periodSMEG, the Italian appliance brand best known for their iconic retro range, has appointed Volcano PR to handle all their public relations and media partnership activity.
Publicity NewsSABC Education Baba Indaba is heading to Durban this JulyThe SABC Education Baba Indaba is set to take place from 27 to 29 July at the Gateway Shopping Mall between 09:30 and 17:00 daily.
Publicity NewsThe Gooderson Group sponsors unique mentoring programmeWith a heritage of hospitality spanning over 50 years, the Gooderson Leisure experience is renowned for the plethora of destination choices and activities, but what is not really known, is how this group supports a number of CSI initiatives.
Editorial DeskBe genuine, before doing good“Do good, or else it will be harder to do well.” It’s a quote paraphrased by Lange 360 managing director, Ruth Golembo, which, if applied to any business today, may sound a little self-serving. It’s easy to make that judgement and especially so if you look at how everyone is striving for transparency and authenticity when building a purpose-driven business.
Publicity NewsPier 14 Shopping Centre hosts successful blood drive for SANBSPier 14 Shopping Centre in Port Elizabeth played host to the final blood drive of National Blood Donor Month last week, under the theme ‘Every blood donor is a hero’.
Tuesday, 10 July 2012
New AccountsThe PR Collective bags both Dan Patlansky and The MusesThe PR Collective has added the blues musician, Dan Patlansky and the electric string-quartet, The Muses to its fast-growing list of clients.
Publicity NewsWillowton Group behind the development of cricket in KwaZulu-NatalThe annual five-day Sunfoil Development Cricket Tournament ended with a closing ceremony at the Comtech in Umlazi on 29 June. Developed by the KwaZulu-Natal Cricket Union (KZNCU), this initiate has been running for five years under the patronage of the family owned Willowton Group, manufacturers of Sunfoil Pure Sunflower Cooking Oil.
Publicity NewsSAITEX and AB7 to boost Gauteng's economyGauteng’s hosting of two massive, simultaneous trade shows – Africa’s Big Seven Food and Beverage Expo (AB7) and the Southern African International Trade Exhibition (SAITEX) – will this month, directly contribute over R50-million to the province’s economy.
Tuesday, 10 July 2012
Publicity NewsFor Vodacom, July is the month of givingIn keeping with the spirit of giving and volunteering, Vodacom is dedicating the whole month of July to making a real positive change in people’s lives. The month of July will be now known as the month of giving, the annual highlight of Vodacom’s Volunteer programme which is the telecoms internal volunteer initiative for employees.
Publicity NewsAfrica Aerospace and Defence 2012 offers an opportunity for companiesAfrica's largest defence and aviation showcase is expected to be a great opportunity
Publicity NewsCIPR to release social media handbook for PR professionalsMore than 20 of the UK’s leading practitioners in the field of digital communications and public relations have contributed to Share This: The Social Media Handbook for PR Professionals – a crowdsourced social media book, from the Chartered Institute of Public Relations, due for publication in print and digital formats by Wiley on Friday, 20 July.
New AccountsVolcano PR wins SMEG account following a successful trial periodSMEG, the Italian appliance brand best known for their iconic retro range, has appointed Volcano PR to handle all their public relations and media partnership activity.
Publicity NewsSABC Education Baba Indaba is heading to Durban this JulyThe SABC Education Baba Indaba is set to take place from 27 to 29 July at the Gateway Shopping Mall between 09:30 and 17:00 daily.
Publicity NewsThe Gooderson Group sponsors unique mentoring programmeWith a heritage of hospitality spanning over 50 years, the Gooderson Leisure experience is renowned for the plethora of destination choices and activities, but what is not really known, is how this group supports a number of CSI initiatives.
Editorial DeskBe genuine, before doing good“Do good, or else it will be harder to do well.” It’s a quote paraphrased by Lange 360 managing director, Ruth Golembo, which, if applied to any business today, may sound a little self-serving. It’s easy to make that judgement and especially so if you look at how everyone is striving for transparency and authenticity when building a purpose-driven business.
Publicity NewsPier 14 Shopping Centre hosts successful blood drive for SANBSPier 14 Shopping Centre in Port Elizabeth played host to the final blood drive of National Blood Donor Month last week, under the theme ‘Every blood donor is a hero’.
Tuesday, 10 July 2012
New AccountsThe PR Collective bags both Dan Patlansky and The MusesThe PR Collective has added the blues musician, Dan Patlansky and the electric string-quartet, The Muses to its fast-growing list of clients.
Publicity NewsWillowton Group behind the development of cricket in KwaZulu-NatalThe annual five-day Sunfoil Development Cricket Tournament ended with a closing ceremony at the Comtech in Umlazi on 29 June. Developed by the KwaZulu-Natal Cricket Union (KZNCU), this initiate has been running for five years under the patronage of the family owned Willowton Group, manufacturers of Sunfoil Pure Sunflower Cooking Oil.
Publicity NewsSAITEX and AB7 to boost Gauteng's economyGauteng’s hosting of two massive, simultaneous trade shows – Africa’s Big Seven Food and Beverage Expo (AB7) and the Southern African International Trade Exhibition (SAITEX) – will this month, directly contribute over R50-million to the province’s economy.
Tuesday, 10 July 2012
New AccountsJenni Newman PR to handle the Hobart Grove Centre accountJenni Newman Public Relations (JNPR) has been appointed to handle the full spectrum of communications and PR for the recently uplifted Hobart Grove Centre in Bryanston, Johannesburg.
Publicity NewsThe Firehouse Communications changes its nameNiche PR agency, The Firehouse Communications (FHC), has formed a strategic partnership with Australian based communications and creative agency, Change the Conversation (CTC).
AwardsThe Sunflower Fund's CEO a finalist in Shoprite Checkers' Women of the Year AwardThe Shoprite Checkers Women of the Year Award finalists have been announced and founder and CEO of The Sunflower Fund, Tina Botha is among them.
New AccountsTotal Exposure secures EMI Music SA accountJohannesburg based lifestyle and entertainment public relations agency, Total Exposure has added EMI Music South Africa to its ever expanding list of clients.
Tuesday, 10 July 2012
Publicity NewsFor Vodacom, July is the month of givingIn keeping with the spirit of giving and volunteering, Vodacom is dedicating the whole month of July to making a real positive change in people’s lives. The month of July will be now known as the month of giving, the annual highlight of Vodacom’s Volunteer programme which is the telecoms internal volunteer initiative for employees.
Publicity NewsAfrica Aerospace and Defence 2012 offers an opportunity for companiesAfrica's largest defence and aviation showcase is expected to be a great opportunity
Publicity NewsCIPR to release social media handbook for PR professionalsMore than 20 of the UK’s leading practitioners in the field of digital communications and public relations have contributed to Share This: The Social Media Handbook for PR Professionals – a crowdsourced social media book, from the Chartered Institute of Public Relations, due for publication in print and digital formats by Wiley on Friday, 20 July.
New AccountsVolcano PR wins SMEG account following a successful trial periodSMEG, the Italian appliance brand best known for their iconic retro range, has appointed Volcano PR to handle all their public relations and media partnership activity.
Publicity NewsSABC Education Baba Indaba is heading to Durban this JulyThe SABC Education Baba Indaba is set to take place from 27 to 29 July at the Gateway Shopping Mall between 09:30 and 17:00 daily.
Publicity NewsThe Gooderson Group sponsors unique mentoring programmeWith a heritage of hospitality spanning over 50 years, the Gooderson Leisure experience is renowned for the plethora of destination choices and activities, but what is not really known, is how this group supports a number of CSI initiatives.
Editorial DeskBe genuine, before doing good“Do good, or else it will be harder to do well.” It’s a quote paraphrased by Lange 360 managing director, Ruth Golembo, which, if applied to any business today, may sound a little self-serving. It’s easy to make that judgement and especially so if you look at how everyone is striving for transparency and authenticity when building a purpose-driven business.
Publicity NewsPier 14 Shopping Centre hosts successful blood drive for SANBSPier 14 Shopping Centre in Port Elizabeth played host to the final blood drive of National Blood Donor Month last week, under the theme ‘Every blood donor is a hero’.
Tuesday, 10 July 2012
New AccountsThe PR Collective bags both Dan Patlansky and The MusesThe PR Collective has added the blues musician, Dan Patlansky and the electric string-quartet, The Muses to its fast-growing list of clients.
Publicity NewsWillowton Group behind the development of cricket in KwaZulu-NatalThe annual five-day Sunfoil Development Cricket Tournament ended with a closing ceremony at the Comtech in Umlazi on 29 June. Developed by the KwaZulu-Natal Cricket Union (KZNCU), this initiate has been running for five years under the patronage of the family owned Willowton Group, manufacturers of Sunfoil Pure Sunflower Cooking Oil.
Publicity NewsSAITEX and AB7 to boost Gauteng's economyGauteng’s hosting of two massive, simultaneous trade shows – Africa’s Big Seven Food and Beverage Expo (AB7) and the Southern African International Trade Exhibition (SAITEX) – will this month, directly contribute over R50-million to the province’s economy.
Tuesday, 10 July 2012
New AccountsJenni Newman PR to handle the Hobart Grove Centre accountJenni Newman Public Relations (JNPR) has been appointed to handle the full spectrum of communications and PR for the recently uplifted Hobart Grove Centre in Bryanston, Johannesburg.
Publicity NewsThe Firehouse Communications changes its nameNiche PR agency, The Firehouse Communications (FHC), has formed a strategic partnership with Australian based communications and creative agency, Change the Conversation (CTC).
AwardsThe Sunflower Fund's CEO a finalist in Shoprite Checkers' Women of the Year AwardThe Shoprite Checkers Women of the Year Award finalists have been announced and founder and CEO of The Sunflower Fund, Tina Botha is among them.
New AccountsTotal Exposure secures EMI Music SA accountJohannesburg based lifestyle and entertainment public relations agency, Total Exposure has added EMI Music South Africa to its ever expanding list of clients.
Tuesday, 10 July 2012
Publicity NewsSecond Skydive for Rhinos campaign is proving a success so farAs 272 rhinos are reported killed by poachers this year, R3.5 million has already been raised as over 400 South Africans prepare to ‘Skydive for Rhinos’, a R10 million rhino fundraising effort that starts at the end of this month.
Publicity NewsRamsayMedia supports Matla a Bana for Mandela DayIt’s hard to comprehend that an increasing number of rape survivors are boys under the age of 10. Yet the ordeal these youngsters have been through will be top of mind for RamsayMedia staff when they put together comfort bags for Matla a Bana: A Voice against Child Abuse for Mandela Day.
Publicity NewsCresta Shopping Centre invites shoppers to make their mark on Mandela DayMandela Day on 18 July is not only a special day for South Africa, but a global event as the world celebrates the life and times of this elder statesman. To honour Madiba, Cresta Shopping Centre is inviting the community to leave a personal birthday message for him and make a small donation to their chosen charity.
Publicity NewsSEACOM to celebrate its Foundation Day by giving backSEACOM is celebrating the third anniversary of its commercial launch on 23 July by giving time and support to communities across Africa. The teams of every SEACOM regional office will be getting out of the office for a day to assist and uplift their local communities.
Publicity NewsCol'Cacchio's Celebrity Chef Pizza competition aims to raise more fundsGuests at the Col’Cacchio pizzeria Foreshore enjoyed sampling the July Celebrity Chef Pizza from Chris Erasmus, head chef of Pierneef à la Motte Restaurant in Franschhoek.
AwardsLembeni wins award at Marine and Coastal Educators' Network ConferenceTwo Oceans Aquarium Environmental Education Centre teacher, Khonzani Lembeni won the Best Presentation Award at the recently held Marine and Coastal Educators’ Network Conference . This is the second year in a row that Lembeni has scooped this award.
Publicity NewsMommy bloggers are becoming a force to be reckoned withA force to be reckoned with, by all accounts. Marketers, distributors and PR’s are increasingly recognising these potential champions when launching a new product or looking to expand market-share of an existing product. And paying attention to how Mom bloggers are leveraging social media for effective communication around common interests.
Publicity NewsInternational hosted buyers confirmed for SETE 2012This year’s dynamic and progressive Sports and Events Tourism Exchange Exhibition and Conference has been bolstered with the news that twenty high profile international buyers have already signed on for the events International Hosted Buyers (IHB) programme.
Publicity NewsSACOB to give away 67 busaries in 67 minutes for Mandela DayIn the spirit of celebrating the life of a man who dedicated 67 years to changing the lives of so many, the South African College of Business (SACOB) is paying it forward on Mandela Day by giving away 67 bursaries in 67 minutes for their ICB Online Classroom courses.
Tuesday, 10 July 2012
Publicity NewsFor Vodacom, July is the month of givingIn keeping with the spirit of giving and volunteering, Vodacom is dedicating the whole month of July to making a real positive change in people’s lives. The month of July will be now known as the month of giving, the annual highlight of Vodacom’s Volunteer programme which is the telecoms internal volunteer initiative for employees.
Publicity NewsAfrica Aerospace and Defence 2012 offers an opportunity for companiesAfrica's largest defence and aviation showcase is expected to be a great opportunity
Publicity NewsCIPR to release social media handbook for PR professionalsMore than 20 of the UK’s leading practitioners in the field of digital communications and public relations have contributed to Share This: The Social Media Handbook for PR Professionals – a crowdsourced social media book, from the Chartered Institute of Public Relations, due for publication in print and digital formats by Wiley on Friday, 20 July.
New AccountsVolcano PR wins SMEG account following a successful trial periodSMEG, the Italian appliance brand best known for their iconic retro range, has appointed Volcano PR to handle all their public relations and media partnership activity.
Publicity NewsSABC Education Baba Indaba is heading to Durban this JulyThe SABC Education Baba Indaba is set to take place from 27 to 29 July at the Gateway Shopping Mall between 09:30 and 17:00 daily.
Publicity NewsThe Gooderson Group sponsors unique mentoring programmeWith a heritage of hospitality spanning over 50 years, the Gooderson Leisure experience is renowned for the plethora of destination choices and activities, but what is not really known, is how this group supports a number of CSI initiatives.
Editorial DeskBe genuine, before doing good“Do good, or else it will be harder to do well.” It’s a quote paraphrased by Lange 360 managing director, Ruth Golembo, which, if applied to any business today, may sound a little self-serving. It’s easy to make that judgement and especially so if you look at how everyone is striving for transparency and authenticity when building a purpose-driven business.
Publicity NewsPier 14 Shopping Centre hosts successful blood drive for SANBSPier 14 Shopping Centre in Port Elizabeth played host to the final blood drive of National Blood Donor Month last week, under the theme ‘Every blood donor is a hero’.
Tuesday, 10 July 2012
New AccountsThe PR Collective bags both Dan Patlansky and The MusesThe PR Collective has added the blues musician, Dan Patlansky and the electric string-quartet, The Muses to its fast-growing list of clients.
Publicity NewsWillowton Group behind the development of cricket in KwaZulu-NatalThe annual five-day Sunfoil Development Cricket Tournament ended with a closing ceremony at the Comtech in Umlazi on 29 June. Developed by the KwaZulu-Natal Cricket Union (KZNCU), this initiate has been running for five years under the patronage of the family owned Willowton Group, manufacturers of Sunfoil Pure Sunflower Cooking Oil.
Publicity NewsSAITEX and AB7 to boost Gauteng's economyGauteng’s hosting of two massive, simultaneous trade shows – Africa’s Big Seven Food and Beverage Expo (AB7) and the Southern African International Trade Exhibition (SAITEX) – will this month, directly contribute over R50-million to the province’s economy.
Tuesday, 10 July 2012
New AccountsJenni Newman PR to handle the Hobart Grove Centre accountJenni Newman Public Relations (JNPR) has been appointed to handle the full spectrum of communications and PR for the recently uplifted Hobart Grove Centre in Bryanston, Johannesburg.
Publicity NewsThe Firehouse Communications changes its nameNiche PR agency, The Firehouse Communications (FHC), has formed a strategic partnership with Australian based communications and creative agency, Change the Conversation (CTC).
AwardsThe Sunflower Fund's CEO a finalist in Shoprite Checkers' Women of the Year AwardThe Shoprite Checkers Women of the Year Award finalists have been announced and founder and CEO of The Sunflower Fund, Tina Botha is among them.
New AccountsTotal Exposure secures EMI Music SA accountJohannesburg based lifestyle and entertainment public relations agency, Total Exposure has added EMI Music South Africa to its ever expanding list of clients.
Tuesday, 10 July 2012
Publicity NewsSecond Skydive for Rhinos campaign is proving a success so farAs 272 rhinos are reported killed by poachers this year, R3.5 million has already been raised as over 400 South Africans prepare to ‘Skydive for Rhinos’, a R10 million rhino fundraising effort that starts at the end of this month.
Publicity NewsRamsayMedia supports Matla a Bana for Mandela DayIt’s hard to comprehend that an increasing number of rape survivors are boys under the age of 10. Yet the ordeal these youngsters have been through will be top of mind for RamsayMedia staff when they put together comfort bags for Matla a Bana: A Voice against Child Abuse for Mandela Day.
Publicity NewsCresta Shopping Centre invites shoppers to make their mark on Mandela DayMandela Day on 18 July is not only a special day for South Africa, but a global event as the world celebrates the life and times of this elder statesman. To honour Madiba, Cresta Shopping Centre is inviting the community to leave a personal birthday message for him and make a small donation to their chosen charity.
Publicity NewsSEACOM to celebrate its Foundation Day by giving backSEACOM is celebrating the third anniversary of its commercial launch on 23 July by giving time and support to communities across Africa. The teams of every SEACOM regional office will be getting out of the office for a day to assist and uplift their local communities.
Publicity NewsCol'Cacchio's Celebrity Chef Pizza competition aims to raise more fundsGuests at the Col’Cacchio pizzeria Foreshore enjoyed sampling the July Celebrity Chef Pizza from Chris Erasmus, head chef of Pierneef à la Motte Restaurant in Franschhoek.
AwardsLembeni wins award at Marine and Coastal Educators' Network ConferenceTwo Oceans Aquarium Environmental Education Centre teacher, Khonzani Lembeni won the Best Presentation Award at the recently held Marine and Coastal Educators’ Network Conference . This is the second year in a row that Lembeni has scooped this award.
Publicity NewsMommy bloggers are becoming a force to be reckoned withA force to be reckoned with, by all accounts. Marketers, distributors and PR’s are increasingly recognising these potential champions when launching a new product or looking to expand market-share of an existing product. And paying attention to how Mom bloggers are leveraging social media for effective communication around common interests.
Publicity NewsInternational hosted buyers confirmed for SETE 2012This year’s dynamic and progressive Sports and Events Tourism Exchange Exhibition and Conference has been bolstered with the news that twenty high profile international buyers have already signed on for the events International Hosted Buyers (IHB) programme.
Publicity NewsSACOB to give away 67 busaries in 67 minutes for Mandela DayIn the spirit of celebrating the life of a man who dedicated 67 years to changing the lives of so many, the South African College of Business (SACOB) is paying it forward on Mandela Day by giving away 67 bursaries in 67 minutes for their ICB Online Classroom courses.
Tuesday, 10 July 2012
New AccountsGreenQueen Communications wins Grange French Furniture accountGreenQueen Communications has been announced as the agency that will take over the public relations account for Grange French Furniture.
Publicity NewsBudgeting is the most important feature in the event industryIn the event industry, the task of budgeting is perhaps the most important feature in ensuring the success of the event and the business as a whole. Without it, there is no way to manage all the expenses and avoid the hidden costs which invariably creep in. So says Strike Productions MD, Leah McCrae.
New AccountsNetworx PR reappointed as partner of AfricaCom 2012Networx PR, a communications agency specializing in the ICT, media and telecommunications sector, has been reappointed as the public relations partner for Informa Telecoms and Media’s premier event - AfricaCom 2012 - A New Event for a New Era, which will take place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre between 13 and15 November.
Publicity NewsYoung Revolution to host Tshwane Entrepreneurship WeekYoung Revolution (YR) has announced that it will host the Tshwane Entrepreneurship Week (TNEW) from 27 to 31 August at the Innovation Hub in Lynwood, Pretoria. The conference is dedicated to celebrating and supporting businesses in Gauteng and around South Africa.
Editorial DeskA bad press release can ruin your clients’ reputationOne of the core competencies of any PR agency is the ability to communicate clearly and effectively no matter which medium is used. In fact, when approaching any agency, a client shouldn’t need to worry about discussing this aspect of the business. A professional PR agency should know how to communicate and get a well written message to the right people.

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