RCS, heralded as the next generation of SMS, promises a more interactive and feature-rich experience. With Apple’s support for RCS in iOS 18, market adoption of is expected to surge, increasing by 282% between 2024 and 2025. This shift presents new opportunities for marketers to engage with consumers through enhanced messaging capabilities. MTN’s ambitious ad…
Community Working Group on Health executive director Itai Rusike ZIMBABWE’S healthcare system is facing a significant crisis, with healthcare coverage dropping by 40% in recent years, according to a report by the Zimbabwe NGO Forum, amid calls for increased budget allocation to the sector. The report, titled Zimbabwe State of Human Rights Report, highlights the…
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Gordon Cook Among the thousands of graduates who have passed through IIE-Vega’s doors, one standout is Trivern Chetty, marketing director for The Coca-Cola Company in Central Asia and Caucasus. Reflecting on his journey, Trivern credits Vega’s unique blend of practical coursework, real-world brand challenges, and internships for equipping him with the essential building blocks of…
Source: 123RF. Fraudulent claims, unnecessary procedures, and mismanagement of resources are costing billions of rand, inflating healthcare costs, and putting additional financial strain on members. Instead of supporting essential treatments and care, these resources are being misused and misallocated, writes Katlego Mothudi, managing director at the Board of Healthcare Funders (BHF). At the recent BHF…
Source: www.unsplash.com Leveraging MTN and Ayoba’s robust first-party data and extensive network, MTN Ads offers businesses and agencies opportunities to connect with their target audiences through what it calls precise, data-backed campaigns that enhance customer experience and drive business growth. MTN Ads is a critical component of MTN’s digital services business, aligning with the company’s…
“Out of Home may be the world’s oldest medium, but we know very well that it can’t stand still, says WOO president Tom Goddard (Image supplied) Effective creativity, in concert with new technology, is driving the impact of OOH on the European continent. It is one of the main themes of the World Out of…
Pictured: Chantelle Burrows. Image supplied. Burrows has been instrumental in Atlas Finance’s rebranding efforts, transforming over 260 branches to align with the company’s new identity and values, while also overseeing the monthly opening of new branches. She has also played a key role in the company’s evolution from a microlender to a financial services provider….
Image source: Narintorn Pornsuknimitkul – 123RF.com Recent insights from various studies, expert analyses, and workplace trends highlight how introverts excel in corporate life, leveraging their inherent strengths to drive success according to Linda Trim, director at Giant Leap, one of SA’s largest workplace design consultancies. Thoughtful leadership and listening skills Introverted leaders are increasingly recognised…
Business leaders, small and big, can help end homelesssness by offering work experience, says the writer. Archive photo: Ashraf Hendricks / GroundUp A growing list of cities are solving homelessness. Movements like Built for Zero prove it’s possible to implement dignified, lasting solutions—and save money in the process. These success stories were possible because of…
