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New Salesforce-WhatsApp integration brings marketing and service conversations together
Salesforce, a leading AI CRM has announced the general availability of Unified Conversations for WhatsApp on its platform.
African businesses can now harness Google AI to simplify search advertising
Following its initial announcement in January, businesses across Africa can now use Google's Gemini AI-powered chat-like tool for Search Ads. This intuitive tool is now fully operational and designed to help businesses in Africa and across the world boost their online visibility.
Global marketing predictions of 2024 by World Federation of Advertisers partners
Six of World Federation of Advertisers’ strategic partners share their global marketing predictions for 2024.
AppsFlyer launches new AI solution to enhance marketing campaigns in Africa
Marketing measurement, attribution, and data analytics firm AppsFlyer has announced the launch of a new AI product to provide marketers with unparalleled insights into their creative assets and data-driven guidance on maximizing their impact.
[Free Webinar] Accelerating FX Success: Expansion Strategies for Marketing Agencies in Eastern, Western Africa
This event is tailored for marketing executives and CFOs looking to gain actionable insights into international expansion, building a global clientele and establishing strong online presence.
Proximus strengthens performance marketing & innovation in partnership with WPP Group and Springbok
After a rigorous selection process for a partner in Performance marketing, Proximus has chosen to collaborate with two distinguished agencies, WPP and Springbok, to further strengthen its performance marketing initiatives.
MENA Fintech Association establishes its Fintech Marketing Working Group
The MENA Fintech Association (MFTA) has announced the establishment of its Fintech Marketing Working Group “Bridge”.
South African agency Flume Digital Marketing opens European hub in Amsterdam
South African agency Flume Digital Marketing, with offices in Johannesburg and Cape Town, is expanding to Amsterdam – located on the Weesperstraat.
Ghanaian actress, Yvonne Nelson, joins top YouTube MCN, Age Africa
Yvonne Nelson is the latest signee of Age Africa Agency, the top multi-channel network for YouTube creators, brands, publishers and artists in Africa responsible for the growth and management of YouTube channels.
Ethiopian Airlines launches affiliate marketing programme with CJ Affiliate Marketing Company
Ethiopian Airlines Group, Africa's airline renowned for its global connectivity has announced its partnership with CJ Affiliate Marketing Company, a performance-based marketing channel.
Amazon is consumers’ preferred ad platform for a second year in a row, report
According to Kantar Media Reactions 2023, most consumers consider ads on Amazon to be relevant and useful, with few negative qualities.
63 per cent of marketing leaders plan to invest in generative AI in the next 24 months, study
A Gartner survey of 405 marketing leaders conducted in May and June 2023 revealed the utilization of their organization's overall martech stack’s capability dropped to just 33% on average in 2023.
[Column] Lianne Williams: The tech industry needs more women in leadership
There is a wealth of benefits to having more women embrace positions of leadership in the technology space, and companies would do well to provide women equal exposure and opportunities for promotion.
Publicis Groupe appoints appoints Emeka Obia as Integrated Strategy Director in Central and West Africa region
In his new capacity, Emeka will spearhead growth initiatives for Publicis Groupe’s clients across 22 diverse markets in the region.
[Marketing Week Africa] Bob Koigi: Brands unveil innovative solutions, campaigns as race for customers heats up
As the competition in the industry intensifies and customers increasingly become specific about their preferences, brands and industry players are going back to the drawing board to stay on top in an ever-evolving marketplace while trying to meet the customers’ needs.
[Column] Bongani Chinkanda: Embracing AI to elevate account management: A new era of strategic excellence
In the ever-evolving business landscape, the advent of generative artificial intelligence (AI) has sparked widespread discussions about the future of various job roles.
63 per cent of marketing leaders plan to invest in generative AI in the next 24 months, report
Sixty-three percent of marketing leaders are planning to invest in generative AI in the next 24 months according to a survey from Gartner, Inc.
Ingenium Communications unveils marketing solution targeting startups
Nigerian premier marketing communications agency Ingenium Communications, has unveiled Xcellerate, a bespoke marketing suite designed for start-ups and businesses of diverse scales.
[Marketing Week Africa] Bob Koigi: How resilience has paid off for financial services, media and retail brands
Despite a tough global economic environment, brand in the financial services, fast food and retail and media sectors have demonstrated resilience and emerged among the top in brand value at least according to reports.
New Media unveils AI content solution targeting small businesses
StoryStation.ai harnesses the award-winning content marketing agency's storytelling experience and tech expertise, empowering businesses with limited marketing budgets to generate their own high-quality content.
Digital agency Oliver appoints Yuvisti Ramgulam as Africa client service director
In-house digital agency Oliver South Africa is increasing operational and cross-functional capabilities with the new senior appointment of its all Africa client service director.