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Netflix gives African film a platform - but the cultural price is high

South Africa, Dec. 30 -- Wunpini Fatimata Mohammed, Cornell University Finally, west Africa's creativity and brilliance would be formally recognised on the world stage. Netflix Naija's purpose was to... Read More


Understanding alcohol consumption patterns to identify growth opportunities

South Africa, Dec. 30 -- This week-long spending spike represents a critical commercial window where understanding consumer behaviour, preferences and purchasing patterns can separate market leaders f... Read More


Tsotsi star's house, bought with lottery funds, frozen by Special Tribunal

South Africa, Dec. 29 -- The money came from a R15m grant to the Presley Chweneyagae Foundation via the Southern African Youth Movement (SAYM).The National Lotteries Commission (NLC) grant was intende... Read More


Cammy Msimango on finding her footing in South Africa's fast-moving digital newsroom

South Africa, Dec. 24 -- Entering a newsroom midway through the year is rarely easy. For Cammy Msimango, a multimedia journalist at MDNtv, joining in September 2025 meant adapting quickly to tight dea... Read More


KFC's home-home campaign highlights urban vs rural life in Africa

South Africa, Dec. 24 -- Contrast In Kenya, visiting the rural areas is called "going to Shagz," and there are a bunch of other vernac expressions for it. The culture clash of going home is a hilario... Read More


A bold new chapter for iconic brand Schweppes

South Africa, Dec. 24 -- The world's first sparkling drink and a symbol of sophistication since 1783, this innovation comes at a time when South Africans, alongside millions worldwide, are rethinking ... Read More


Standing ground, serving communities: Boikanyo Malepe reflects on journalism in 2025

South Africa, Dec. 23 -- Telling stories in multiple languages allowed her to connect more deeply with communities and produce reporting that felt authentic and grounded. Navigating sensitive issues a... Read More


5 surprising dangers of shopping through social media (and how to spot them before it's too late)

South Africa, Dec. 23 -- But that feeling is exactly what scammers and sometimes even well-intentioned employees rely on. As more brands extend their presence onto social platforms, the line between ... Read More


Holiday entertainment made simpler for DStv subscribers this festive season

South Africa, Dec. 23 -- All active decoder subscribers on DStv Family, Access, Compact and Compact Plus packages will automatically receive an upsized package for the festive season, at no extra cost... Read More


Shaping conversations and driving impact: Radebe Merci reflects on media influence in 2025

South Africa, Dec. 23 -- In a media environment where digital platforms shape public opinion at unprecedented speed, her role extended beyond promotion. It focused on shaping conversations, amplifying... Read More