Payphones, pagers, fax machines and Rolodexes are all things of the past; however, not all traditional practices have been axed. Saads Abrahams from media update is sharing how digital PR is shaping current PR practices and where traditional PR still holds its power.

Danone Southern Africa has received a global B Corp Certification, a first for the FMCG sector in South Africa. Hendrik Born, General Manager at Danone Southern Africa, says that given the rise in greenwashing, B Corporation certification has become the gold standard for proving a business's genuine commitment to social and environmental impact.

Mdzananda Animal Clinic has invited animal lovers and philanthropists to its second annual Mdzananda Animal Clinic Gala Dinner and Auction. Taking place on Friday, 10 May, at 18:30 at the Two Oceans Aquarium, this event is in support of the animals of Khayelitsha.

In honour of World Book Day on Wednesday, 23 April, Thanda, a non-profit dedicated to improving childhood education in rural communities, has highlighted its work in tackling the root cause of educational disparities — literacy. 

We've all felt it — internally and externally. It's the growing trend where ownership is diluted, responsibilities are blurred and successes and failures are often orphaned. This is a problem that, I believe, knows no geographical boundary. It is a problem that is unfolding across global markets, says Bradly Howland, CEO of Alkemi Collective. 

Red Ribbon Communications has announced the permanent appointment of William Horne as its content strategist, as well as the newly established Division Head of its Insights arm — a move that entrenches the agency's focus on data-led, thought leadership-driven tech PR.

Earth Day is a timely reminder of the environmental challenges we face, and one of the most pressing is water. Water is under pressure in South Africa. In addition to being a water-scarce country, climate change, ageing infrastructure and growing demand due to population growth and urbanisation are making reliable water access uncertain for a growing number of households, says FNB. 

Body20 has announced the launch of the 2025 'Body20 Cares' charity drive, in aid of childhood cancers and life-threatening blood disorders. For two months, 50% of all new joining fees across Body20's nationwide studios will be donated to CHOC Childhood Cancer Foundation South Africa, in partnership with The Cows. 

The Gauteng Touch Association (GTA) has secured a five-year exclusive sponsorship from MotiMoves, valued at around R1 million. The sponsorship was officially announced at the GTA AGM and Kit Handover Ceremony at Parktown High School for Girls on Saturday, 19 April.

This Earth Day, FoodForward South Africa (FFSA) has highlighted the crucial role that surplus food recovery plays in combating this often-ignored driver of global warming. Highlighting the urgent need to address the fact that one-third of all food produced globally, ultimately goes to waste.