DStv enhancing Mzansi Magic channel
MultiChoice will integrate its 1Max programming onto the Mzansi Magic channel from 31 March 2025, significantly enhancing its content offering.
South Africans are ghosting the news
Something odd is happening with the readership of South African news websites; it’s dropping like a stone. Why? Is that globally unusual? Will it come back? Who, or what, is responsible?
OM Bank: Old Mutual gears up to revolutionise digital banking in South Africa
After receiving final approval from the South African Reserve Bank’s Prudential Authority in 2024, the bank is on track for a soft launch to a small group of clients in the second quarter (Q2) of 2025, with a broader public rollout anticipated in the third quarter (Q3).
NIQ State of Retail: South African consumers shift to value as economic pressures persist
NIQ SA has released its latest State of the Retail Nation analysis for the last quarter and full year calendar year of 2024, showing moderate increases in retail sales despite a strong festive season finish. SA consumers spent nearly R637bn on fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) through traditional and modern trade channels during the year.
2024 Cravings Report: Here’s what South Africans are ordering on Uber Eats
New data from Uber Eats’ 2024 Cravings Report reveals the country’s top food delivery trends, showcasing a love for luxury with orders of an expensive cognac, a passion for crispy chicken and chips, and a flair for the poetic in their special requests.
Radio advertising just got smarter
East Coast Radio and Jacaranda FM have launched a first-of-its-kind campaign: a high-impact competition that’s designed to make waves — not just for listeners, but for media buyers too.
The cheapest bank accounts in South Africa: Absa vs Capitec vs FNB vs Nedbank vs Standard Bank
The Solidarity Research Institute has published its 2025 Banking Charges report, weighing up South Africa’s big banks and showing how they compare in terms of banking fees.
IAB South Africa 2025 Bookmark Awards names nine jury chairs
The Interactive Advertising Bureau South Africa’s (IAB SA) 17th annual Bookmark Awards has appointed nine jury chairs and a full panel of judges.
Media agencies compete for new business in 45 pitches a year
Rising new business costs are a growing concern for agencies worldwide. In response, SCOPEN conducted a focused study in Brazil, Chile and Spain, analysing industry trends and advertiser practices.
Tesla owners rebrand vehicles to Honda, Mazda, Audi, Toyota
Tesla owners are finding creative ways to distance their vehicles from CEO and Founder Elon Musk, in some cases due to fear of vandalism.