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PRCA appoints Richard Fernandez as Director of External and Public Affairs
30-03-2023 | 16:39:59
Richard brings nearly 30 years of experience to the role, most recently leading on policy and public affairs for organisations working in health promotion. He will oversee a team of five.


Edelman Global Advisory acquires strategic communications agency Landmark Public Affairs
17-03-2023 | 14:25:30
With this acquisition, EGA is expanding its international operations by combining its global vision with Landmark’s deep policy expertise and proven track record of delivering highly professional client advisory services, keeping EGA ahead of the demands of a fast-growing and ever-changing geopolitical environment. 


Climate Communication Group launches with a focus on collaboration and education
15-03-2023 | 16:20:14
The PRCA’s Misinformation in the Climate Crisis Strategy Group hit pause at the end of 2022 and has taken some time to reset. It has now relaunched as the Climate Communication Group.


Joe Public celebrates its 25th birthday by committing to the growth of young creative talent
14-03-2023 | 15:57:24
To mark the occasion, the organisation – currently ranked the largest independent and locally owned communication group in our country – is making a commitment to the next generation of creative talent.


WPP acquires German healthcare specialist 3K Communication
08-03-2023 | 15:54:10
Founded 25 years ago, 3K is known for its expertise in healthcare, biopharmaceuticals, and related sciences, working with some of the world’s most notable global pharmaceutical companies, consumer health brands, and local biotech start-ups.


A quarter of comms leaders refuse to embrace AI despite wave of interest, Tracker
28-02-2023 | 12:45:00
The study follows a recent surge in interest in AI within PR practice. Despite this interest, the majority of communications leaders appear slow to grasp its potential with more than half of respondents admitting to never using the technology.


Hotwire Global Communications unveils new suite of data intelligence solutions
14-02-2023 | 16:15:07
 Through a suite of insight-led solutions Hotwire will help technology and innovation companies harness the power of data to optimize strategies, measure impact and enable business growth.


Joe Public retains top spot as South Africa’s number one agency at the 2022 Loeries
06-02-2023 | 11:00:00
Joe Public is the top-ranked agency in South Africa for the fifth consecutive year as well as the second Overall Agency of the Year in Africa and the Middle East (AME) in the 2022 Loeries Official Rankings. 


Lifescience communications agencies CG Life and MC Services form US-EU strategic partnership
30-01-2023 | 11:45:00
The two companies have created an integrated service platform for biotech and pharmaceutical companies to extend their reach and access more easily to capital, talent, and business audiences on both sides of the Atlantic. Both firms will remain fully and legally independent.


Joe Public rated agency of the year
20-01-2023 | 14:50:46
Scopen’s 2021/22 AgencyScope South Africa report named the agency as its Agency of the Year and its No. 1 Attractive Agency for clients, as well as the Best Agency to Work for in SA.


UK PR firm Redhill joins PRCA as new member
13-12-2022 | 16:36:20
The Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA) has announced full-service PR and communications firm Redhill UK as its latest corporate member.


PR leaders predict increased profitability in face of global challenges
28-11-2022 | 12:15:00
PR leaders, directors, and agency owners who took part in the survey indicated a growing demand from clients for a range of services beyond traditional PR, with a score of 6.5, up from 6.1 in 2021.


Havas Group acquires Australian health communications agency Bastion Brands
24-11-2022 | 16:23:21
Bastion Brands will integrate into Havas Health & You (HH&Y), the world’s largest global health network.


Joe Public launches Cell C’s summer campaign, Spin Your World
23-11-2022 | 13:49:00
Brand and Communications Group, Joe Public, recently launched Cell C’s latest summer campaign, “Spin Your World”, just in time for the summer holiday excitement.


Orange PR joins PRCA as new member
21-11-2022 | 15:06:00
The Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA) has announced communications agency Orange PR as its latest corporate member.


Lee Peck Media joins PRCA as new member
14-11-2022 | 13:15:00
The Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA) has  announced independent PR-led communications agency Lee Peck Media as its latest corporate member.


PRCA partners with JournoLink to assist small agencies deliver cost effective media relations
04-11-2022 | 14:46:27
The Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA) has partnered with JournoLink to help small agencies and freelancers deliver cost-effective media relations.


WE Communications acquires social impact agency Hopscotch Consulting
25-10-2022 | 12:30:00
This acquisition further accelerates WE’s capabilities in advising brands to take bold action on social and economic issues and matters of brand reputation and responsible governance.


WPP acquires remaining stake in MediaCom Communications India
13-10-2022 | 15:30:33
The initial agreement between WPP and Mr Sam Balsara and his family dated back to 2008. It contributed to the rapid growth that MediaCom experienced in India, making it today one of India’s most respected agencies.


Worldcom PR Group targets brands with new crisis preparedness and protection service
13-10-2022 | 15:27:41
Salus is designed to help organisations protect high value human, physical, intellectual or brand assets. The service has two phases, Prepare and Protect.