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[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.
Noxie Ntsoane appointed regional CEO of Marketing agency Tradeway
The company says the appointment reflects its dedication as an agency to serving its customers nationally, as well as the importance and potential of the region as a key focus for growth.
Clockwork appoints Jacques Shalom as Chief Creative Officer
Digital marketing and PR agency Clockwork has announced that, Jacques Shalom has joined the agency as Chief Creative Officer. Jacques has an extensive industry background, having worked in advertising for over 20 years.
24 essential AI tools for marketing
The marketer in 2023 cannot do without the relevant AI tools. From promoting their brands and businesses to gathering competitors’ intelligence and gaining an upper hand, these tools have become pivotal in helping marketers achieve their goals faster and at scale.
Ipsos acquires West African market research firm Omedia
Ipsos has announced the acquisition of Omedia, a multi specialist market research company established in Senegal, Ivory Coast and Mali.
Standard Bank appoints Diana Springer as Group head of brand and marketing
Springer will be responsible for the strategic positioning of the Standard Bank brand and the execution of the brand and marketing operating model.
Yahoo appoints Tressie Lieberman as Chief Marketing Officer
A talented and respected marketing leader, Lieberman brings over twenty years of traditional and digital marketing experience transforming world-class consumer brands such as Chipotle, Taco Bell, and Pizza Hut. She will report directly to Yahoo CEO Jim Lanzone.
Broadcasters in Uganda petition Parliament on adverts
In a circular issued by the Permanent Secretary and Secretary to the Treasury, Ramathan Ggoobi on Monday, 10 July 2023, all government advertising must be through the Uganda Broadcasting Corporation (UBC) and New Vision.
Gartner survey reveals 71% of CMOs believe they lack sufficient budget to fully execute their strategy in 2023
Seventy-one percent of CMOs said they lack the budget to fully execute their strategy in 2023, according to a Gartner, Inc. survey of 410 CMOs and marketing leaders.
[Marketing Week Africa] Bob Koigi: Partnerships drive continent’s ad, marketing and media space
Companies and brands are deepening collaborations and expansions across the continent as they seek to grow their foothold and expand their solutions portfolio.
Tagger Media expands into South Africa via partnership with Tribeez
Tagger Media, the global technology player making influencer marketing more intelligent, has announced its expansion into South Africa through an exclusive partnership with Tribeez, an influencer marketing and social intelligence agency based in Cape Town.
[Interview] Ton van de Ven on Inc.Networking in Johannesburg
Marketing Report founder Bas Vlugt is talking to Ton van de Ven, CEO & Founder of INC. Networking.
Edelman launches B2B unit to drive integrated marketing solutions
This move establishes a new offering combining existing B2B practices in North America, EMEA, and APAC, building on the success and strong growth within the regions in recent years.
Simisola Obisesan appointed Executive Creative Director at Redefini
In her new role, the international, award-winning creative powerhouse will oversee all local and global brands under the group’s portfolio.
Accenture partners with Adobe to help marketers unlock the value of their content supply chains
The companies have worked together to develop new services based on Adobe’s integrated Content Supply Chain technologies to help marketers more effectively.




