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"Local content surely a brand bonanza" - MarkLives

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Local agency disrupting global B2B sector

by Herman Manson. Demographica turns 10 years old in November 2016, but it's only existed as a proper agency for three.

On My Mind: Local content surely a bonanza for brands
by Jerry Mpufane. Significant changes to local content quotas have created a huge opportunity for the smart brand CMOs.

Homegrown: Brand character — personality-fuelled power to brands
by Lynne Gordon. We’re a nation big on ‘character’, so how do brands identify and maximise a brand character that really works?

The Adtagonist: My internal tug-a-wards
by Carl Cardinelli. What's wrong with award shows and how to fix them.

Green Sky Thinking: Planet 50-50
by Colwyn Elder. According to Cindy Gallop, advertising has a key role to play in shattering stereotypes and bringing about cultural change.

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Acquisitions

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