Digital people, digital humans or virtual avatars powered by artificial intelligence are set to revolutionise various industries by providing realistic and interactive representations of humans for customer service, education, healthcare, social interaction and entertainment, says Steven Hall, creative producer at Brand Avatar. 

Chicken Licken has announced the launch of a new campaign with Joe Public. Chicken Licken's latest campaign aims to give South Africans the best solution to make their families proud. 

The African Risk Capacity (ARC) has announced that it will be convening leading partners in Africa's climate and food security space. The meeting will take place in Johannesburg in South Africa, from Tuesday, 7 May to Wednesday, 8 May. 

Following its brand overhaul in 2022, First National Bank (FNB) has announced that it has been named the Strongest Brand in South Africa by Brand Finance, boasting a brand strength score of 92 out of 100.

TikTok has announced the launch of the first-ever TikTok Ad Awards in the METAP region. The awards programme is designed to celebrate the brands and agencies leading the way on TikTok with their creative and high-performing campaigns, as well as embracing the unique nature of TikTok and delivering exceptional advertising experiences. 

The Fluence Africa Influencer Festival has announced its collaboration with some of the country's most influential brands. Poised for impact, SABC and Arena Media join the mission to grow the creator sector. 

The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) has announced the appointment of Woochong Um as its new chief executive officer. Um will lead GEAPP following his tenure with the Asian Development Bank.

Artificial intelligence (AI) has transformed how marketers work over the past decade, giving us powerful tools to understand, engage with, convert and retain consumers, says Natascha Torres, head of digital strategy at new-age solutions and systems integrator +OneX. Torres adds that AI and machine learning can collect and process data at an enormous scale. 

SPAR has announced that Uviwe was one of three non-profits to receive R50 000 donations as beneficiaries of the annual SPAR Eastern Cape Golf Day. The organisation will put the money towards learning and nutritional needs at its centres in St Adams Drive in Gelvandale, Kobus Road in New Gelvandale and Schauderville. 

Zillah Byng-Thorne, executive chair at M&C Saatchi PLC, has announced that the local South African company will be acquiring the shares owned by the PLC in M&C Saatchi Abel and the Group of Companies in South Africa, comprising Connect, Levergy, Razor, Dalmatian and Black & White.