Africa

IAB South Africa Bookmark Awards Unveils Diverse and Dynamic Jury Panels for 2024

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Johannesburg, South Africa – The IAB South Africa Bookmark Awards has unveiled the chairs and members of its nine jury panels for 2024, showcasing a diverse range of industry experts. This year’s new addition, the Marketing Craft panel, joins the existing panels that make up the Bookmarks, including Publishers, Innovative Engineers, Builders, Marketers, Performance Marketing, Social, Community & Influencer Marketing, Youth Action, and Special Honours. The inclusion of the Marketing Craft panel reflects the Awards’ dedication to setting new standards in digital media, marketing, and technology, by recognizing impactful digital work within the industry. Khensani … Read more

Award-Winning Documentary ‘Dahomey’ Explores Europe’s Return of Looted Antiquities to Africa

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Berlin, Germany – “Dahomey,” a thought-provoking documentary by director Mati Diop, has won the top prize at the Berlin film festival. The film explores the complex issues surrounding the return of looted antiquities from Europe to Africa. This year’s festival, the 74th annual event, was the first to feature Lupita Nyong’o as the first black jury president. The jury chose “Dahomey” as the winner out of 20 contenders for the prestigious Golden Bear award. In her acceptance speech, Diop expressed that the prize not only honored her but also the invisible and visible community that … Read more

Israel and South Africa Face Off in International Court of Justice Over Alleged Genocide in Gaza

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The International Court of Justice (ICJ) will consider a case brought by South Africa against Israel on charges of genocide during the war in Gaza, according to ICJ rules. Both Israel and South Africa have nominated judges to represent their respective countries in the case. Israel has selected Aharon Barak, the former chief justice of the country’s Supreme Court, while South Africa has chosen Judge Dikgang Moseneke, the former deputy chief justice of its Supreme Court. Additionally, British lawyer Malcolm Shaw, an expert in international law, will defend Israel at the ICJ. On the other … Read more

ADC 103rd Annual Awards Unveils Jury With Middle East and Africa Representation

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New York, NY – The jury for the 103rd Annual ADC Awards, organized by The One Club for Creativity, has been finalized and includes 13 members from the Middle East and Africa. This prestigious event celebrates excellence in advertising, design, and creative work. Judging will conclude in April, with the finalists set to be announced in May. The Gold, Silver, and Bronze Cube winners will be revealed at the awards ceremony, held during Creative Week 2024 in New York from May 13 to May 17. To participate in the awards, entries can now be submitted … Read more