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“Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work.” — Thomas Edison
Happy Tuesday to you! Here are today’s Media Alerts requests.
Subject: The State of Vehicle Telematics in South Africa and Making Sense of Telematics Data
Name: Ian McNaught Davis
Email: request-rql4@mediaalerts.co.za
Position: Freelance journalist
Media: Ian McNaught Davis
Beat: Business
Deadline: 5 Nov 2021
Request: The articles will be hosted on the Netstar CPD platform where intermediaries have the opportunity to fulfil all 18 CPD hours required as per FSCA. Last year we had 700 slots for downloads of articles and completed tests, and all sponsored registrations were met. This year we're not capping the limit and we're expecting a much larger response. It's worth your client's time as each reader actually has to engage with the content in prepping for the test
that follows. Also hits their target market straight on.
I'm looking for Insurers, brokers and representatives of companies that specialise in vehicle telematics to cover to respond to the following questions/themes:
- Where did telematics technology start in SA and how it has evolved to where it is in use today?
- Where fo you see it going in the future?
- How will this change the way we drive?
- How will this impact insurance and specifically end-client insurance policies?
- What was the general outline of a standard motor insurance policy pre-pandemic?
- And how has that since changed?
- How will telematics increasingly play a role in how these policies are structured?
- Will this shape the general insurance trend going forward?
- Do you see this trend filtering through to other lines of insurance?
- What are the current telematics devices used in these newly-structured vehicle insurance products?
- The state of telematics in SA?
- Has telematics in SA advanced beyond driver monitoring?
- Which other sectors in SA does this tech hold potential?
- Who are the global leaders in this sector? What can we take/learn from them?
Subject: Stargazing
Name: Keith Bain
Email: request-s44d@mediaalerts.co.za
Position: Editor
Media: khuluma inflight magazine
Beat: Lifestyle
Deadline: 2 Nov 2021
Request: For a travel feature with a stargazing focus, I am looking for recommendations of places to stay, experiences, events, tours, general areas where stargazing is a focus or a highlight. Hotels and lodges, for example, with stargazing as an activity, or even a destination that is especially remote and dark and experiences low light pollution. Or even places that allude to the stars, the planets,
the galaxy, and even outer space, whether in their name or in some aspect of the offering. An ice cream shop called Milky Way or a spa named The Galaxy within, for example, might prove fitting. If you have clients or products that fit the bill, please let me know what it is and please supply a selection of GOOD, HIGH-RES images, along with any relevant contacts, and I'll see if possible to include in the story. Many thanks.
Subject: Travel / tourism content
Name: Tanya de Vente-Bijker
Email: request-t73d@mediaalerts.co.za
Position: Travel blog
Media: RONDRITS travel blog
Beat: Lifestyle
Deadline: 27 Nov 2021
Request: I am looking for travel and tourism content for my travel Facebook page Rondrits. Rondrits shares travel and tourism news. I also do reviews of destinations, travel products, travel accessories, travel tips and anything travel-related.
You can visit the Facebook page at facebook.com/rondrits1 to see its current stats and content.
My blog website: rondrits.co.za
Subject: Set yourself up for success / What’s in your (career) future?
Name: Angelique Ruzicka
Email: request-t33l@mediaalerts.co.za
Position: Freelancer
Media: Ngage - TCR's internal quarterly digi magazine
Deadline: 4 Nov 2021
Request:
1. What is a career vision? How can you grow your career faster and make sure it's going in the right direction?
2. How do you set one and is it something you work through with your line manager, why having a vision is important and how do you grow and advance within the company?
3. I'd also like stats around successful career visions - how does it improve performance and productivity?
Subject: The difference between an asset and a liability
Name: Joshua White
Email: request-sy4x@mediaalerts.co.za
Cell/Tel: 078 815 5970
Position: Financial Writer
Media: JustMoney.co.za
Deadline: 2 Nov 2021
Request: Good day
I am writing an article on the differences between an asset and a liability and am seeking expert commentary on the topic. More specifically, I was hoping the following questions could be answered:
- What constitutes an asset and what constitutes a liability?
- What are the differences between the two?
- What are good examples that reflect the differences between the two?
Your help in answering these questions will be most appreciated.
Regards
Joshua Craig White
Subject: Keeping your money safe when travelling overseas
Name: Joshua White
Email: request-sy4x@mediaalerts.co.za
Cell/Tel: 078 815 5970
Position: Financial Writer
Media: JustMoney.co.za
Deadline: 2 Nov 2021
Request: Good day
I am writing an article on how to keep your money safe when travelling overseas. If you’re going on holiday or on a business trip one of your concerns may be how you travel with your money or cards safely. Many people fear being a victim of fraud when going overseas.
I am seeking commentary from an expert who can tell me how people can avoid fraud while travelling overseas.
Your help in this regard will be most appreciated
Regards
Joshua White
Subject: Seeking an Education Psychologist for an interview
Name: Gugu M
Email: request-thhx@mediaalerts.co.za
Position: Junior Account Executive
Media: Innocomm
Deadline: 4 Nov 2021
Request: An NPO is looking for an Education Psychologist to interview. Please email gugu@innocomm.co.za or talitha@innocomm.co.za if interested
Journalists, if you want to submit an editorial request, you're welcome to do so here.
Subject: Summer giveaways
Name: Anien Botha
Email: request-s573@mediaalerts.co.za
Position: Editor
Media: BeautySouthAfrica.com
Deadline: 5 Nov 2021
Request: We have a few slots open for competitions on our website (www.beautysouthafrica.com/win) for November and December. We are looking for beauty and beauty-related prizes. Minimum prize value is R1500.
Competitions run for the month and are shared across our social channels. Please email me if you are interested.
Subject: Would you like to reach the Halaal market in South Africa?
Name: Sara Khan
Email: request-t3m5@mediaalerts.co.za
Position: Blogger
Media: South Africa Halaal
Deadline: 19 Nov 2021
Request: My Halaal food and lifestyle account will be reaching 75 000 followers on Instagram soon. I would love to do a giveaway or series of giveaways to celebrate this and am looking for brands who would like to get involved.
About my account
South Africa Halaal is a foodie account hosted on Instagram and Facebook, targeted at (but not restricted to) Muslims in South Africa. The following is growing rapidly on a daily basis.
Contact me for further details.
Current following:
Instagram 74 950+
Facebook Followers: 32 600+
Subject: Prize sponsors for Boggle & Brux (NPO) giveaway
Name: Kerri Fargher
Email: request-t6pz@mediaalerts.co.za
Company or Organisation: Boggle & Brux Rescue
Region: Western Cape
Deadline: 10 Nov 2021
Request: A registered non-profit organisation is looking for prize sponsors for their annual giveaway set to take place in December.
The fast-growing ‘small animal rescue’ is based in Cape Town and relies on donations for vet bills, day-to-day running, animal food and care, as well as contributions to fosters. They will be hosting a massive daily giveaway in December to raise funds and spread the festive spirit.
An extensive marketing plan is in place - in return for the sponsorship of prizes, the brand's logo will appear on social media content and email marketing (happy to discuss your brand’s needs).
Categories in mind, but open to others:
• Hotel / Accommodation
• Food
• Alcoholic and non-alcoholic Beverages
• Restaurant vouchers
• Beauty products or experiences (such as Spa vouchers)
• Clothing and Footwear
• Technology
• Appliances
• Experiences (preferably in Cape Town)
• Homeware
Approximately 15 prizes are needed in total for the month of December.
Large prizes are ideal for the daily giveaway in December. Smaller prizes are ideal to add to a hamper or for spot prizes throughout the month
Please get in touch if you would like more info, or to sponsor a prize.
PRs and marketers, if you want to submit a promotional-related request for goodie bags, competitions, sponsorships or other PR opportunities, you'll find the form here.
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