Noordwester Uitgewers, the publisher of cherished local papers like Noordwester and Oewernuus, has ceased operations, striking a poignant blow to South Africa's community media. Kiara Ferreira from media update explores the factors behind this closure and what it means for the future of journalism.

The Board of Directors of the Mastercard Foundation has announced that Sewit Ahderom has been selected to serve as its next President and CEO.

The Matrix Communications Group, a strategic partner in marketing and communications, has celebrated its fifth anniversary in September. The milestone marks its celebration of a journey from an integrated marketing collective to a fully-fledged martech group, uniting human and cultural intelligence, data science, digital innovation and strategic advisory under one collaborative framework.

Shyft, Standard Bank's award-winning global money app, has been awarded Gold for Most Innovative App Developed by a Corporate at the 2025 New Generation Awards ceremony which was hosted in Johannesburg.

As the global sports industry pivots toward sustainability and innovation, marketing, media, and consultancy agency, Iconology, has announced that it calls upon South African sports federations, clubs and facility managers to rethink the energy models that power their operations and influence their communities. 

Cape Town’s creative pulse hits new heights this October as MUSIC EXCHANGE (MEX) celebrates its 15th year with a not-to-be-missed one-day summit

St John's College has announded that it will host the annual Tutu Memorial Walk on Sunday, 12 October, closing out Habits of the Heart V, a series of events honouring Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu. This year's theme, "Reframing the Legacy. Reclaiming our Future", invites reflection on how Tutu's work continues to shape South Africa today.

BUCO has announced its recognition at the WesBank New Generation Awards 2025. BUCO was named a finalist in Best Use of AI in a Marketing Campaign by a Corporate and Best Use of AI in a Marketing Campaign by an Agency and secured a Bronze Award in the Best Use of AI in a Marketing Campaign by an Agency category.

Boitumelo Mphahlele and Richard Matamela have received the keys to their brand-new Suzuki Swifts at a handover ceremony held at Suzuki Gezina in Pretoria after being announced the grand prize winners of Premier's 'More Meals, More to Win' campaign.

Mercedes-Benz South Africa (MBSA) has announced that it is taking home eight awards at the 2025 New Generation Awards. These accolades, all awarded for the 'Keep Them Guessing' campaign, made MBSA one of the most awarded brands of the evening.