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Big Comedy brought to you by Big Concerts and Powered by Savanna Premium Cider
Big Comedy, brought to you by Big Concerts powered by the number one cider in the world, is pleased to announce the next Big Comedy Show with none other than the punchline master from Down Under, Jim Jefferies, this November. He's not just bringing his signature sharp wit – he's also offering us a chance to "Cav some Aussie" and laugh along without missing a beat. 22 Nov 2024 Read more

Step inside Heineken House
The Ultimate Experience where Culture and Creativity Collide 15 Nov 2024 Read more

Heineken Beverages empowers tavern owners with business skills training
At a certification ceremony held yesterday in Johannesburg, Heineken Beverages and the Gauteng Liquor Board recognised tavern owners who participated in their Responsible Trader Training Programme, a business skills training programme aimed at empowering tavern owners to operate their businesses profitably, and to sell alcohol responsibly. 13 Nov 2024 Read more

Hunter’s Premium Cider refreshes summer with the soundtrack of uk'fosta
As the summer sun blazes, Hunter's Premium Cider is thrilled to unveil its latest campaign designed to keep Abafostayo refreshed during the hottest months of the year. The Hunter’s refresh with the soundtrack of ukfosta campaign encourages those who persevere all year-round, whether in their careers, passion projects, or busy lifestyles, to take a well-deserved break and enjoy moments of refreshment with their friends and family this holiday season. 1 Nov 2024 Read more

Savanna Neat. It’s giving whisky
Savanna fans are in for a treat as the iconic South African brand launches Savanna Neat Premium Whisky Flavoured Cider at the end of September. Remaining true to its core, it’s the Savanna crisp and dry cider that consumers know and love with a touch of whisky flavour and notes of toasted oak. It’s giving whisky. It’s giving aged in a barrel… but in a fridge. Inside a barrel. 2 Oct 2024 Read more

Heineken Beverages is sowing seeds of inclusivity through global worlds together social impact campaign
Heineken Beverages promoted diversity and inclusivity by gathering a range of stakeholders over a meal, a drink and authentic conversation as part of global social impact initiative called Worlds Together. 25 Sep 2024 Read more

Durbanville Hills announced as top producer
At the prestigious 2024 Michelangelo International Wine & Spirits Competition, Durbanville Hills was awarded as the Top Producer, achieving trophies for the best Cabernet Sauvignon, Bordeaux Red Blend and White Blend, two double gold awards and seven gold awards. 6 Sep 2024 Read more

Sustainability Summit Africa brings together people for the planet
The fourth annual Sustainability Summit Africa takes place in Johannesburg next week. This important one-day event on 10 September 2024 will bring together local and international business leaders, policymakers, and sustainability experts who will explore the latest strategies and best practices to enable sustainable procurement and supply chains. 6 Sep 2024 Read more

Nicole Hewitt, senior brand manager at Extreme, discusses the launch of Extreme Passion Fruit
We sit down with Nicole Hewitt, senior brand manager at Extreme, to discuss the brand's exciting new flavour, Extreme Passion Fruit, and how it's set to #MoveMzansi. 2 Sep 2024 Read more

The new Extreme Passion Fruit is about to move Mzansi!
Wherever you find South Africans moving and having a good time together, you are sure to find Extreme – Mzansi’s favourite invigorating apple ale. And now there is a new Extreme flavour stepping into the dance circle: Extreme Passion Fruit. 30 Aug 2024 Read more

Savanna Cider’s 12 pack: When all they bring are excuses. Dozen matter
For endless get-togethers, Savivi wants to remind you of their bigger and more social Savanna Dry 12-pack. They know how it goes: the party is in full swing, friends are rolling in, and all they bring are excuses, and it’s one after another. “Eish I forgot the drinks!” “I was running late!” “Traffic! hayi, hayi… It was something else” “Eish, my banking app, isn’t app’ing right now”. 6 Aug 2024 Read more

On International Beer Day, Heineken says you can forget about the beer
This International Beer Day, Heineken has created an emotive ad with an unexpected message: that you can forget about the beer; instead, the brewer wants you to focus on having a good time together. 5 Aug 2024 Read more

Introducing Bernini Mimosa Sparkling Spritzer: The perfect blend with real orange juice
Bernini, the iconic brand renowned for its premium sparkling spritzers of Bernini Classic, Bernini Blush, and Bernini Amber, is delighted to reveal its latest masterpiece. Introducing Bernini Mimosa, a Sparkling Spritzer that is blended with real orange juice. Inspired by the timeless cocktail, Bernini has designed the perfect blend for modern, sophisticated women. 2 Aug 2024 Read more

Heineken showcases cutting-edge sustainability initiatives
Heineken is leading the charge towards a more sustainable future with its innovative Waste to Wear initiative, introduced alongside the debut of the iconic 650ml returnable Star Bottle earlier this year. Waste to Wear is a pioneering project that transforms single-use Heineken bottles into stylish and functional items, emphasising creativity and environmental stewardship. 26 Jul 2024 Read more

Extreme captures the moves and positivity of Mzansi
Mzansi moves like no other nation on Earth, and wherever there’s dance in the country, there’s sure to be an Extreme nearby. Now Extreme has collaborated with Travys Owen, a South African-born photographer making waves internationally, to create a series of bold, vibrant images that show off the diversity and inventiveness of dance in Mzansi. 22 Jul 2024 Read more

Heineken Beverages announces the appointment of Andrea Quaye as marketing director
Heineken Beverages is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrea Quaye as the new marketing director, effective July 2024. Andrea will spearhead the marketing strategy and lead the marketing team at Heineken Beverages. 3 Jul 2024 Read more

Hunter’s premium cider refreshes the Balcony Mix: Supporting those who fosta the sound
Hunter's, South Africa's first cider, is pleased to announce its exciting new sponsorship of The Hunter’s Balcony Mix Africa. This premier musical experience has captivated dance music fans across the continent. This collaboration underscores Hunter's commitment to supporting South African music and culture, bringing the freshest local sounds and ultimate refreshing cider to fans who fosta the sound. 2 Jul 2024 Read more

Klipdrift launches "That's Gold" campaign: Celebrating golden moments with the Springboks
Continuing their support of the Springboks’ journey to gold in the 2023 Rugby World Cup, Klipdrift – proud partner of the Springbok rugby team – has unveiled its new "That's Gold" campaign, echoing its belief in the Boks, and celebrating meaningful moments between friends. 1 Jul 2024 Read more

Esprit launches exciting new 500ml 4-pack
Esprit, a delicious ready-to-drink beverage made with unconventional flavour combinations for your unique taste, is thrilled to announce the launch of its new 500ml 4-pack. The convenient 4-pack format delivers the same great liquid consumers love at a hard to beat price point of R79.99. The range of flavour combinations allows those who enjoy something different to effortlessly try the freshest flavour combos. 19 Jun 2024 Read more

The 2025 National Playwright Competition opens a call for entry
New stories and voices for the South African stage are essential if theatre is to reflect the hearts and minds of the country’s people. Founded in 2018, and managed by the National Arts Festival, the National Playwright Competition, in partnership with Heineken Beverages, is playing a critical role in helping South African scriptwriters from across the country tell their stories and bring their work to life. Possibly even seeing their play transformed into a fully-fledged production at the National Arts Festival! 14 Jun 2024 Read more


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