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This is not a drill!The IAB SA 2026 Bookmark Awards Early Bird Entries are now open!Early entrants receive a 10% discoun...
17/02/2026

This is not a drill!

The IAB SA 2026 Bookmark Awards Early Bird Entries are now open!

Early entrants receive a 10% discount on their entry fee. If you think you or your business has made a significant impact and would like to celebrate your most-prized work, you can get a head-start on your entry at the link: https://entry.thebookmarks.co.za/Entry.aspx?link=profile_login

Early Bird Entries close 9 March.

This year, the Awards feature updated categories and refined criteria, designed to reflect the rapid evolution of the digital world.




The 2026 Bookmark Awards are officially ON 🚀This year’s categories and criteria have been reimagined.  Moving to a busin...
10/02/2026

The 2026 Bookmark Awards are officially ON 🚀

This year’s categories and criteria have been reimagined. Moving to a business ecosystem approach that reflects how digital really works today.

Digital-first. Future-forward.

Built around impact, innovation, and integration across the value chain.

Before you hit “submit,” take a moment to find the category that truly fits your work. Getting it right could make all the difference.

🔍 Dive into the details
🔗 Link
https://thebookmarks.iabsa.net/categories-criteria

🗓️ Reminder: deadline for Jury nominations: Friday, 14 February.




📅Save the dateThe countdown to digital excellence has officially begun, with Early Bird Entries for the 2026 Bookmark Aw...
06/02/2026

📅Save the date

The countdown to digital excellence has officially begun, with Early Bird Entries for the 2026 Bookmark Awards opening on Tuesday, 17 February. Early Birds will receive an 10% discount on their entry (or entries 😉).

🗓️ Reminder: deadline for Jury nominations: Friday, 14 February.




🎤 Meet your Masterclass host: Keith ManningPerfect your entry with Keith Manning, Executive Creative Director at TBWA\Hu...
05/02/2026

🎤 Meet your Masterclass host: Keith Manning

Perfect your entry with Keith Manning, Executive Creative Director at TBWA\Hunt Lascaris, as he shares expert insights on what makes an award-winning Bookmark entry stand out.

With global accolades and a reputation for bold, original thinking, Keith will unpack what juries look for and how to elevate your work beyond the obvious.

Join Keith on Wednesday, 11 February 2026 at 1 PM. This is your moment to sharpen your entry and gain digital excellence. Register via link🔗 https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_3cTokOIXTzOWYOvFX7x9ZQ #/registration




Getting ready to enter the 2026 Bookmark Awards?Join us on Wednesday, 11 February at 1 PM , for a practical masterclass ...
30/01/2026

Getting ready to enter the 2026 Bookmark Awards?

Join us on Wednesday, 11 February at 1 PM , for a practical masterclass designed to help you understand the criteria, sharpen your submission and avoid common entry pitfalls. The BMA Masterclass will be hosted by Keith Manning, ECD at TBWA\ Hunt Lascaris.

If you’re entering Bookmarks 2026, this is one session you don’t want to miss. Register via link 🔗 https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_3cTokOIXTzOWYOvFX7x9ZQ #/registration

🗓️ Reminder: deadline for Jury nominations: Friday, 13 February.




Jury Nominations Now Open 🏆The Bookmark Awards are calling on the industry’s sharpest minds.If you’re a digital leader w...
21/01/2026

Jury Nominations Now Open 🏆

The Bookmark Awards are calling on the industry’s sharpest minds.
If you’re a digital leader with a proven track record of excellence, innovation, and impact — or know someone who is — now’s the time to step forward.

Nominate yourself or a peer to help judge the work shaping the future of digital in South Africa.
Be part of setting the benchmark. Be part of the jury.

Jury nominations are now open 🔗https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScv-5qAH1kLOcwlTtpOo5wcIxkQkvcKBMZQ3_Y2ixgatwsWGg/viewform

📅Nominations close at midnight on February 13




20/01/2026

It all starts with a pixel 👾

A new year. A bold new look. The same unwavering commitment to digital excellence.
We’re proud to launch the Bookmark Awards 2026 campaign, alongside a refreshed Bookmarks visual identity, now live on our website: https://thebookmarks.iabsa.net

As with every masterpiece, this is the beginning of Bookmarks 2026 — confident, contemporary, and built to celebrate the work shaping South Africa’s digital future.
The countdown to digital excellence starts now.




🧠 Mastermind of Strategy!We’re proud to celebrate the Top Strategist in this year’s  Rankings! 🏆 Their sharp insights, i...
19/12/2025

🧠 Mastermind of Strategy!

We’re proud to celebrate the Top Strategist in this year’s Rankings! 🏆 Their sharp insights, innovative thinking, and ability to turn vision into action have set a new benchmark in strategic excellence.

Congratulations for leading the way and shaping the future of strategy! 🚀




📚 Celebrating Publishing Excellence!We’re excited to announce the Top Publisher Representative in the  Rankings 2025! 🏆 ...
19/12/2025

📚 Celebrating Publishing Excellence!

We’re excited to announce the Top Publisher Representative in the Rankings 2025! 🏆 Their dedication, insight, and passion for connecting readers with the right stories make them a true leader in the publishing world.

Congratulations for setting the standard in literary representation! ✨




💻 Coding the Future!We’re proud to spotlight the Top Programmer in this year’s  Rankings! 🏆 Their technical brilliance, ...
19/12/2025

💻 Coding the Future!

We’re proud to spotlight the Top Programmer in this year’s Rankings! 🏆 Their technical brilliance, innovative problem-solving, and ability to turn complex challenges into seamless solutions set them apart in the digital world.

Congratulations for leading the way in programming excellence! 🚀




🎬 And the Spotlight Goes To…We’re thrilled to celebrate the Top Production Company in the  Rankings 2025! 🏆 From concept...
19/12/2025

🎬 And the Spotlight Goes To…

We’re thrilled to celebrate the Top Production Company in the Rankings 2025! 🏆 From concept to screen, their exceptional creativity, precision, and storytelling bring ideas to life like no other.

Here’s to pushing boundaries, crafting unforgettable experiences, and setting the gold standard in production! ✨




📂 Leading the Way in Information Architecture!We’re excited to announce the Top Information Architect in IAb SA’s first-...
19/12/2025

📂 Leading the Way in Information Architecture!

We’re excited to announce the Top Information Architect in IAb SA’s first-ever Bookmark Rankings! 🏆 Their mastery in organising, structuring, and designing digital experiences ensures users navigate seamlessly while businesses thrive.

A huge congratulations for setting the standard in creating clarity out of complexity! 🌐✨




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