SA’s podcast industry calls for ethical storytelling
This, as the podcast industry has seen significant growth over the years. Statista’s recent data reveals the number of podcast listeners in SA is expected to increase to 4.8 million by 2027.
Netflix quietly increases prices in South Africa
Some existing subscribers have been informed by email that their monthly price is going up from June. However, several have not received the notice.
Ster-Kinekor closing major theatres in South Africa
Most recently, it shut its cinema complex at the Gateway Theatre of Shopping in Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal. It was the second quiet closure reported by moviegoers this year.
Maps shows radio and TV’s resilience
The South African broadcasting landscape has seen some significant shifts in recent years but much like other parts of the world, radio and television are showing encouraging signs of resilience.
Nissan looking to close the book on South Africa
Citing insider sources, Japanese publication Yomiuri reported that Nissan has plans to shutter as many as seven plants worldwide.
Gen Z is turning to TikTok, not Google, when they need answers
Younger audiences now turn to TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube for online searches over traditional platforms.
MultiChoice invests millions into one major competitive advantage
Local content is one of MultiChoice’s big competitive advantages over international players like Netflix, and it is investing millions to maintain this lead.
Inflation Watch for 2024: All media rates, performance and MIW Index increase
Media Manager Africa’s 2024 Inflation Watch reports media rates up 8.75%, performance up 5.04%, and the MIW Index (CPM) up 5.26%.
Big development in DStv owner sale
he Competition Commission has recommended approving Canal+’s acquisition of MultiChoice, with conditions: no retrenchments for three years post-merger and a commitment to HDP and worker ownership in LicenceCo
Issie Kirsh, pioneering force behind 702 and Primedia, passes away at 90
Primedia CEO Jonathan Procter paid tribute to Kirsh’s legacy, stating: “By launching 702 in 1980, Issie Kirsh pioneered independent radio in South Africa.