Latest newsEffie South Africa has issued the call for entries for the 2026 Effie Awards South Africa, inviting agency and client partner teams to put forward the work that has delivered measurable impact in the market. Recognised globally as the benchmark for marketing effectiveness, the Effies reward campaigns that don’t just resonate creatively - they demonstrate how strategy, execution and evidence combine to drive real results. 9 Feb 2026 Read more The inaugural Effie College programme in South Africa has named its first winners, following a live brief sponsored by Nedbank and a multi-stage judging process grounded in Effie’s effectiveness principles. The initiative drew student teams from four institutions: the University of Cape Town (UCT), University of Johannesburg (UJ), North-West University (NWU), and the AAA School of Advertising (AAA). 25 Nov 2025 Read more The Association for Communication and Advertising (ACA), together with programme sponsor GIB Insurance, invites applications for the 2026 intake of the ACA Women in Leadership (WIL) Programme. Open only to women working at mid-management level and above in the marketing and communications sector, the programme develops confident, values-driven leaders equipped to create meaningful impact in their organisations and the wider industry. 24 Nov 2025 Read more The Association for Communication and Advertising (ACA), together with programme sponsor GIB Insurance, is proud to announce the 16 graduates of the fifth ACA Women in Leadership (WIL) cohort. The 2025 programme commenced on 10 April. Following a graduation ceremony on 17 September, this milestone intake brings the total number of women who have completed the programme to 100. 30 Sep 2025 Read more YouthX Challenge by Nedbank kicks off with four top universities competing for marketing effectiveness honours. 26 Sep 2025 Read more Effie South Africa is pleased to announce that tickets for the 2025 Effie Awards Gala are now available for purchase. 16 Sep 2025 Read more The Association for Communication and Advertising (ACA) has released Marketing with Machines: AI and the Future of Advertising and Communications in South Africa - an ACA Future Industry Committee initiative authored by Jarred Cinman (CEO, VML South Africa) and Tim Spira (head of marketing technology, data and insights, Investec), with contributions from leading industry professionals. 8 Sep 2025 Read more Effie South Africa has announced that 44 finalists have been selected following the first round of judging for the 2025 programme. These finalists represent cases that have clearly demonstrated effectiveness in delivering against their stated objectives, and are now in the running to win a coveted Effie Award. 12 Aug 2025 Read more Effie Awards South Africa has announced the senior panel of industry leaders who will serve on the 2025 grand jury. Tasked with awarding the programme’s highest honour – the coveted Grand Effie – this respected group of professionals will evaluate this year’s gold-winning campaigns to determine whether any meet the exceptional standard required for the award. 7 Aug 2025 Read more Effie South Africa has confirmed that its 2025 jury has been expanded following a record number of entries for this year’s programme. A total of 112 entries were received - an unprecedented 44% increase over the 2024 season. 15 Jul 2025 Read more VoxComm, the global voice of communications agency associations, is pleased to announce the expansion of its global footprint with the membership of the Association for Communication & Advertising (South Africa) and the Union des Agences Conseil en Communication (Morocco). Their arrival marks a first in VoxComm’s history: all continents are now represented, affirming its role as the global voice for communications agencies. 30 Jun 2025 Read more From bursaries to GenEra to women in leadership, Sarah Dexter, CEO of MullenLowe South Africa and ACA Education Tribe lead, shares how the ACA is continuing to invest in talent and education as a long-term commitment to industry resilience. 27 Jun 2025 Read more Global non-profit aims to futureproof the industry through access and innovation. 13 Jun 2025 Read more Effie Worldwide has released the 2024 Effie Index® (effieindex.com), the 14th edition of the annual global ranking that celebrates the most effective marketing around the world. Drawing from finalist and winning entries submitted across regional, national, and global Effie Awards competitions, this year's Index continues to reflect the evolving landscape of impactful marketing. 12 Jun 2025 Read more As the global advertising and creative industries get ready for their annual migration to Cannes in the French Riviera, 15 inspiring and talented South African women will be joining them - thanks to an incredible initiative from the Cannes Lions ERA (Equity, Representation, and Accessibility) Programme and local platform, Open Chair. 11 Jun 2025 Read more Effie South Africa, hosted by the Association for Communication and Advertising (ACA), has announced the full jury panel for the 2025 Effie Awards programme, with this year’s theme reminding us that “You Can’t Fake Real Impact.” The Effie Awards remain the globally recognised benchmark for marketing effectiveness, rewarding ideas that are grounded in insight, fuelled by creativity, and proven to deliver real business results. 6 Jun 2025 Read more The ACA has launched ADventures, a bold new podcast created to inform, inspire and ignite conversation across the South African marketing and communications industry. Hosted by Dineo Mashiane, the series brings together diverse voices for honest, insightful dialogue - starting with a candid conversation with ACA executive director Gillian Rightford. 13 May 2025 Read more The ACA introduces GenEra – a fresh platform empowering young professionals in advertising. The launch event brings together bold voices to inspire the next generation of industry professionals. 12 May 2025 Read more
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