Publicis Groupe Africa has announced the appointment of Ashish Williams as Senior Vice President of Media, reinforcing the Groupe's commitment to delivering innovative, future-fit media solutions across the continent.

VML South Africa has named Ryan Campher as its new South Africa Data Lead. Previously the agency's Head of Data Strategy, Campher's role now expands to encompass full leadership of the agency's data business — including operations, governance, architecture and revenue responsibility.

WPP has launched its AI-driven media company, WPP Media. Reflecting growing demand from marketers for fully integrated capabilities, WPP Media replaces GroupM as the name of WPP's global media company.

APO Group has unveiled a volunteer communications programme comprising experienced communication professionals to support the Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM). This initiative aims to enhance the Roman Catholic Church's ability to communicate effectively and engage with communities across the African continent.

Standard Bank Private has worked alongside M&C Saatchi Abel, part of The Up&Up Group, to release a positioning campaign. The campaign comprises a 45-second TVC, three 20-second customer value proposition-led TVCs, three digital videos, a digital and social media campaign, Out-of-Home and Digital Out-of-Home elements and radio advertising.

Tractor Media Holdings (TMH), the company behind Tractor Outdoor, Polygon, Innovocean, Mischief and BMT, has rebranded to the Glynt Group. The rebrand marks a shift aimed at positioning the group as a unified, future-facing media and innovation hub designed to shape the next era of brand engagement.

Richfield, in partnership with So Interactive, has launched an online learning campaign, showcasing genuine student experiences to build trust and credibility.

Weber Shandwick has announced the appointment of Sibongile Mqakayi as Executive Vice President of Client Growth for its Africa region. Based in Johannesburg, Mqakayi will drive the agency's growth agenda across the continent, focusing on strengthening client partnerships, identifying new business opportunities and advancing integrated strategies that unlock sustainable value.

The world is overflowing with information, advertisements and digital noise, and capturing attention is harder than ever. Consumers don't just want clarity, they demand it, says Derick Carlson, Web Solutions Manager at JHNet. 

To celebrate the 200th birthday of Johann Strauss II, the Vienna Tourist Board, in collaboration with Jung von Matt DONAU, has launched a campaign titled 'Waltz into Space'. On Saturday, 31 May, the campaign sent Strauss's The Blue Danube into deep space.