Times Media buys out Pearson stake in Business Day, Financial Mail
Times Media Group (TMG) has announced that Avusa Publishing, a subsidiary of TMG, has reached an agreement with Pearson to acquire Pearson's 50% shareholding in BDFM Publishers.
Digital inustry association denies governance crisis
The Digital Media & Marketing Association (DMMA) earlier this year announced a new management structure that saw an elected Executive Committee replaced by an appointed steering committee. However, it had neglected to update its constitution, which requires a 75% vote in support by members, before doing so.
Preparing for the booze marketing clamp down
Proposed amendments to liquor laws and restrictions on the sales and marketing of alcohol have once again become hot topics of conversation. Boardrooms, newsrooms and braais are seething with debates about what should or shouldn't be changed, and who has the right to make decisions about how other people behave.
I recently presented on this topic at the Shopper Indaba and enjoyed it so much I can't help but write further on it. The premise here is that while the globe looks onto the emerging markets with interest, and deep pockets, it is questionable as to what we are really doing to ensure that our retail environment is learning from the giants out there (Tesco, Walmart) whilst effectively tailoring our stores and brands to local demands.
Ad of the Week with Oresti Patricios - the Robot with a Taste for Tea
We look at a smart vending machine that's getting consumers engaged and creating social media buzz.
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