Africas

Africa’s Creative Powerhouses Join 2024 NYF Advertising Awards Shortlist Jury

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NEW YORK CITY, USA – The 2024 NYF Advertising Awards Shortlist Jury has been announced by the New York Festivals Advertising Awards (NYF), featuring two jurors from Africa. Among the panel of esteemed industry leaders and innovative creatives are Anthony Eigbe, creative director at X3M Ideas in Nigeria, and Roderick Laka, creative group head of Art at Machine: Publicis Groupe in South Africa. The NYF Advertising Awards Shortlist Jury is renowned for its forward-thinking members who have a track record of excellence and innovation. Comprised of top-tier agencies from around the world, these individuals have … Read more

Israel Optimistic as South Africa’s Lawsuit Faces Imminent Rejection

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Johannesburg, South Africa – Israel has estimated that a lawsuit filed against it in South Africa will likely be rejected. The lawsuit accuses Israel of being an apartheid state and committing human rights violations against Palestinians. South African human rights groups are calling for the South African government to take action against Israel. The lawsuit was filed by human rights advocates and Palestinian solidarity groups with the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC). They argue that Israel’s policies towards Palestinians mirror the systematic discrimination and segregation of apartheid-era South Africa. The advocates claim that Israel’s … Read more