As we enter the age of AI and its unwavering impact on content creation, search and discovery, Kiara Ferreira and Venelize de Lange from media update explore an economic problem posing as a technical controversy.

As Africa's climate ambitions collide with tightening fiscal realities, attention is shifting from commitments to delivery. While governments across the continent have adopted climate and development strategies, turning these plans into bankable, investable projects remains a critical challenge. 

Cricket South Africa (CSA) has announced Nestlé BarOne as its official snack partner in a multi-year deal.

The Institute for Internal Communication Africa (IFICA) has announced that its Founding President, Adesh Chetram, has chosen to step down in his operational capacity and will join IFICA's Advisory Board. 

Every new year brings a fresh wave of predictions about where streaming is headed, with experts peering into their crystal balls (or smart screens, for that matter) to try to foretell where audiences will go, says Leslie Adams, Sales Director at Reach Africa.

I keep hearing the same question from clients and creators. "Should my podcast be video now?" My honest answer in 2026 is irritatingly unhelpful. Sometimes yes. Sometimes no. Sometimes you should run away from video like it is a WhatsApp group with 300 unread messages, says Hendrik Baird, Co-Founder and Artistic Director of Baird Media.

After receiving over 500 submissions nationwide, the Betway Cares Foundation has announced the Top 12 finalists for the Voices of Her mentorship programme, which has aimed to support the development of sustainable careers for emerging female artists.

LUMENOCITY, a first of its kind light festival set to illuminate Cape Town in April 2026, has appointed CSA x dentsu X as its exclusive partnership and brand experiential agency. 

Pantone has named Cloud Dancer (PANTONE 11-4201) as its Colour of the Year for 2026. This is a "soft, airy off-white" chosen to reflect calm, reset and creative possibility. BooYaa Golf, a South African golf apparel brand, has prepared to do something different with the colour.

Konica Minolta South Africa (KMSA) has confirmed the renewal of its sponsorship of the Sibanye-Stillwater Super League for the 2026 season, reaffirming its long-term commitment to grassroots sport and the values of community and unity that define rugby in South Africa.