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✨ Reflecting on 2025 with Gratitude ✨As the year draws to a close, we pause to thank every MACE member who contributed t...
12/12/2025

✨ Reflecting on 2025 with Gratitude ✨

As the year draws to a close, we pause to thank every MACE member who contributed to a year shaped by collaboration, creativity, and meaningful connection.

In 2025, we challenged ourselves to innovate with purpose, strengthened professional networks, shared knowledge and stories, and celebrated excellence across our community. A highlight of the year was the MACE 2025 Annual Conference, hosted under the theme The Human Touch, which brought together one of our largest and most engaged delegate groups in recent years.

From the Directors’ Dialogue and Young Blood Mentoring Workshop to a record-breaking Excellence Awards Gala, the moments we shared continue to inspire reflection and renewed purpose.

📸 Relive the memories from MACE 2025:
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Wishing you a restful festive season filled with meaningful moments and creativity beyond the workplace.

We look forward to continuing this journey together in 2026. 💚🤍❤️

We’re excited to share that the World Conference of Science Journalists (WCSJ) is coming to Pretoria from 1–5 December 2...
20/11/2025

We’re excited to share that the World Conference of Science Journalists (WCSJ) is coming to Pretoria from 1–5 December 2025! 🎉

For the first time ever, this global gathering of science journalists, communicators, and storytellers is taking place on African soil — and what an incredible opportunity it is.

Whether you're in marketing, communications, PR, journalism, or science engagement, this conference promises world-class insights, skill-sharpening workshops, and powerful networking with delegates from more than 60+ countries.

🎟️ Registration is still open!
Visit www.wcsj2025.org/registration

🔗 Explore the full programme and exhibition details at www.wcsj2025.org

Let’s celebrate African science storytelling on the world stage! 🌍✨

✨ Celebrating the People Behind the Magic ✨Today we honour our incredible MACE Board Members — the leaders, visionaries,...
13/11/2025

✨ Celebrating the People Behind the Magic ✨

Today we honour our incredible MACE Board Members — the leaders, visionaries, and tireless champions who make the possible.

Your dedication, passion, and commitment to excellence have shaped every moment of this conference. From planning to ex*****on, from strategy to heart — thank you for everything you do for our MACE community. 🌟

We are deeply grateful for the countless hours, thoughtful decisions, and unwavering leadership that have brought us together for an unforgettable conference experience.

Here’s to YOU — the people who keep the Human Touch at the centre of our work. 🤝❤️

✨ What a Day 1! ✨Day 1 of the reminded us exactly why The Human Touch matters. From the powerful words of Nicky Verd, ...
12/11/2025

✨ What a Day 1! ✨

Day 1 of the reminded us exactly why The Human Touch matters. From the powerful words of Nicky Verd, Prof Kathija Yassim, and Prof Alta van der Merwe, to dynamic discussions led by Martin Viljoen, John Bailey, Suzanne Paxton, Dave Mckenzie, and Evert Kleynhans — our minds are buzzing with inspiration! 💡

Thank you to all our incredible speakers for sparking conversations, connection, and creativity that will continue long after this conference.

And to end the day under the Johannesburg sky with a delicious braai dinner at the BOMA — what a perfect way to celebrate collaboration, community, and new friendships. 🤝🔥

Here’s to an unforgettable start to MACE 2025 — let’s keep the energy flowing into Day 2!

“Think like a machine. Act like a human.” 💡A powerful reminder from our keynote speaker, Nicky Verd (Digitally Fit Glob...
12/11/2025

“Think like a machine. Act like a human.” 💡

A powerful reminder from our keynote speaker, Nicky Verd (Digitally Fit Global), who inspired us to embrace innovation without losing what makes us truly unique — our human touch.

She reminded us that while AI can think, process, and analyse… it can’t SMILE — and that’s where our power lies. 😊

What a brilliant start to the — a space where technology meets humanity, and connection drives creativity.

💧 The Human Touch 💧At MACE 2025, we celebrate the people behind the progress — the humans who bring creativity, empathy,...
12/11/2025

💧 The Human Touch 💧

At MACE 2025, we celebrate the people behind the progress — the humans who bring creativity, empathy, and connection to everything we do. 🤍

Our conference gift — a beautiful MACE water bottle — is more than just a keepsake. It’s a symbol of unity and shared purpose: people from different walks of life, backgrounds, and stories, all coming together with one goal — to advance marketing, communication, and advancement in higher education. 🌈✨

Because while technology may shape the way we work, it’s the human touch that gives our work meaning.

🎉 Welcome to the 2025 MACE Annual Conference! 🎉It’s finally here — two inspiring days of connection, collaboration, and ...
12/11/2025

🎉 Welcome to the 2025 MACE Annual Conference! 🎉

It’s finally here — two inspiring days of connection, collaboration, and celebration at the Indaba Hotel in Johannesburg! 💡✨

Over 12–13 November, delegates from across the country will come together to explore this year’s theme:
“The Human Touch: Marketing, Advancement & Communication in the era of Social Media and AI.”

We’re so excited for two days packed with ideas, innovation, and inspiration as we continue to advance the fields of marketing, communication, and advancement in higher education.

📸 Don’t forget to capture your favourite moments, tag us, and use , , and to share your experience.

Here’s to a beautiful two days of learning, connecting, and celebrating excellence together! 🌍🤝

The vibe is electric as venues are being set and delegates start arriving for ! ⚡️It’s that special time of year when o...
12/11/2025

The vibe is electric as venues are being set and delegates start arriving for ! ⚡️
It’s that special time of year when our Marketing, Advancement, and Communication colleagues take centre stage, sharing ideas, learning from each other and making lasting connections. 💬✨
Take a peek at the calm before the buzz in these photos, then check out today’s speaker line-up and sessions below. Don’t forget to tag us in your posts! 📸

🌟 The Wait Is Over — MACE 2025 Begins Today! 🌟The excitement is in the air as we officially kick off the 2025 MACE Annua...
11/11/2025

🌟 The Wait Is Over — MACE 2025 Begins Today! 🌟

The excitement is in the air as we officially kick off the 2025 MACE Annual Conference in Johannesburg! 🎉

Today marks the start of our journey with two incredible sessions — the Young Blood Mentoring Workshop and the Directors’ Dialogue — setting the stage for what promises to be an inspiring, engaging, and impactful week ahead. 💬✨

From tomorrow, the main conference programme gets underway, bringing together delegates from across the country for two full days of thought-provoking discussions, creative collaboration, and celebration of excellence in higher education marketing, advancement, and communication.

Here’s to meaningful connections, powerful ideas, and The Human Touch that drives our work forward. 🤝

💡 The Human Touch 💡This year’s MACE Conference theme reminds us that even in a fast-paced, tech-driven world, our most p...
11/11/2025

💡 The Human Touch 💡

This year’s MACE Conference theme reminds us that even in a fast-paced, tech-driven world, our most powerful tool remains human connection. 🤝

As we explore Marketing, Advancement, and Communication in the era of Social Media and AI, we’re reminded that behind every post, campaign, and innovation — there’s a story, a purpose, and a person.

The 2025 MACE Conference will spark conversations about balance: how to harness technology while keeping empathy, authenticity, and creativity at the heart of what we do. 💬✨

See you all VERY soon in Johannesburg, as we connect, collaborate, and rediscover The Human Touch.

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