Khomani Desert San - Northern Cape, South Africa

The San are the aboriginal people of South Africa. Their distinct hunter-gatherer culture stretches back over 20 000 years, and their genetic origins reach back over one million years. Recent research indicates that the San are the oldest genetic stock of contemporary humanity.


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  • A Simple Media Kit could open the doors to more business for you and your clients

We have all seen the ‘advert’ saying that small business always seem to resist paying for adverts until that one fateful day when they are forced to pay for one advert that says; “Closing down sale, All stock must go!”

PR Professionals have expanded their offerings over the years – from a simple press release service to content creation, branding, marketing, web design, hosting, SEO, link building, sub editing, crisis communication, reputation management, social media, public affairs, investor relations, internal communications, event planning, influencer marketing, measurement and reporting.

These services vary from firm to firm with some being very strong in certain products.

Here follows a list of free and affordable resources that will assist the savvy PR Professional to save their clients some money:

  1. Press Release Submissions: MyPR Africa and MyPR International both offer free and extremely affordable press release publication – ranging from free to R200.00 per month (R110.00 once off).
  2. Video Press Release Submission: MyPR Video accepts video press releases – price ranges from free to R45.00 once off
  3. List your client as an EXPERT: MyPR JournoRequest allows people to register as experts ion their field for free along with allowing hournalists to post requests for specialist information.
  4. Media Invites: MyPR Media Invite – One more free resource to help you get your media invites out into the wild
  5. Business Card: MyPR Directory – List your PR or related firm for free
  6. ZA News: MyZA News – Offers free news submissions
  7. Business Directory: MyZA Directory – List your client (or your own) business for free
  8. Event Calendar: MyZA Events – List your upcoming event/s for free
  9. Local News: MyNMB News – Submit your Nelson Mandela Bay focused news for free
  10. Affordable E-Mail Only Hosting: Reach Trust offers 10 x 10 Gigabytes email hosting AND annual domain name registration for R450.00 per annum

BIGGEST TIP OF ALL: One featured (paid for) press release on MyPR will guarantee re-publication (including images, video, social media accounts and hyperlinks) on at least 7 other publications, along with randomly being featured at the bottom of every press release ever published.

ONE SUGGESTION: Offer to develop a MEDIA KIT for your existing clients to add to their web site. A MEDIA KIT is a signal to any journalist that the business wants people to know more about their offering, people and is willing to share knowledge. Sharing knowledge marks you as an expert and experts get the work.

Along with the MEDIA KIT don’t forget to list your client as an EXPERT HERE.

 

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CLICK HERE to submit your press release to MyPR.co.za.

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Black Friday Deal: Better Than Black Friday – Free Exposure for Your Black Friday Deal

MyPR’s BLACK FRIDAY SPECIAL

MyPR.co.za’s Black Friday Offer:Why Pay R110.00 when you can pay R0.00? Enjoy a massive 100% discount from MyPR.co.za this Black Friday!

MyPR.co.za has an early Black Friday gift for retailers in the days leading up to this monumentous shopping event – FREE EXPOSURE FOR YOUR OFFER.

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Black Friday 2024 takes place on 29 November this year.

This deal is valid from 10/21/2024 to 10/28/2024

History of Black Friday

Black Friday refers to the day after Thanksgiving in the United States and is considered the unofficial start of the holiday shopping season. Here’s a brief overview of its history:

In the early 1900s, the term “Black Friday” was initially used by police in Philadelphia to describe the heavy pedestrian and vehicular traffic that occurred the day after Thanksgiving. They dreaded this day because it often led to chaos and increased crime.

During the 1960s retailers began to rebrand the term to reflect a more positive connotation. They explained that the day marked the point when stores began to turn a profit, moving from “in the red” (losses) to “in the black” (profits).

In the 1970s the term “Black Friday” gained popularity across the nation as retailers adopted it to promote their sales. Stores began to offer significant discounts to attract shoppers.

The 1980s saw the shopping event became synonymous with major sales and promotions, and it started to receive extensive media coverage. This led to an increase in consumer participation.

Increasing competition in the 1990s saw retailers began to open earlier, with some stores starting their sales on Thanksgiving evening. This trend continued to grow, leading to the phenomenon of “Black Thursday.”

At the beginning of this century the rise of online shopping changed the dynamics of Black Friday. Retailers started offering online deals, giving consumers the option to shop from home.

The emergence of “Cyber Monday,” the Monday following Thanksgiving, further shifted shopping trends. Many consumers began to prefer online shopping, leading to increased sales during this period.

Black Friday remains one of the biggest shopping days in the United States, with both in-store and online sales. Retailers often start promotions well in advance, leading to a broader “shopping season.”

The internet was the impetus for Black Friday to become a world wide phenomenon helped in no small way by lots of media coverage and many social media posts of people fighting for bargains, streaming into stores and posting their bargain finds.

CLICK HERE to submit your press release to MyPR.co.za.

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Free Event Submission Sites in South Africa

Are you looking for a platform to promote your upcoming event in South Africa? Look no further! In this article, we will showcase some of the best free event submission sites in South Africa. These platforms provide a convenient way to reach a wider audience and increase the visibility of your event. Whether you’re organizing a music concert, art exhibition, or community gathering, these sites will help you spread the word and attract attendees. Let’s dive in!

1. MyZA Events:

Building on a popular news and business directory MyZA now also accepts free event listings. Promotion of these listings is via RSS Feeds, Social Media and, if the event warrants, an article expanding on the event publshed on MyZA and sister sites. MyZA is a long established stable domain enjoying great SEO and trust from the major search engines. Events listed on MyZA cover entertainment, business, sport, politics and community events. You can find events by location, venue or search on the site. Listings are free with no restrictions.

2. Event Listing with the EventSA Network South Africa:

Another popular option for event submission in South Africa is the “Event Listing with the EventSA Network South Africa.” This platform allows you to submit your event for free and have it listed on their network. With a wide reach and a dedicated audience, your event will have a higher chance of attracting attendees. Take advantage of this opportunity to showcase your event to a larger audience and make it a success.

3. Submit an Event – South African Cultural Observatory:

If you’re organizing an event related to art, culture, or exhibitions, the “Submit an Event – South African Cultural Observatory” is the perfect platform for you. This site allows you to advertise your upcoming events and festivals in South Africa. By submitting your event details, including the event name and category, you can reach a targeted audience interested in cultural events. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to connect with art enthusiasts and make your event a memorable experience.

4. Submit a free Event – BUSINESSES – SOUTH AFRICA:

For businesses hosting events in South Africa, the “Submit a free Event – BUSINESSES – SOUTH AFRICA” platform is an excellent choice. This site allows you to create a free event advertisement, providing all the necessary details such as the event name, date, venue, contact person, and website. By utilizing this platform, you can effectively promote your business event and attract potential customers. Make sure to provide accurate and compelling information to entice attendees and make your event a success.

5. Submit an Event – Whats On Africa:

Last but not least, “Submit an Event – Whats On Africa” is a platform that allows you to submit your event for free. This site caters to a wide range of events, including both paid and free ones. By entering a “0” for events that are free, you can ensure that your event reaches the right audience. Take advantage of this platform to showcase your event to a diverse community and increase its visibility.

6. Submit your Event I Free Event Listing in South Africa:

One of the top event submission sites in South Africa is “Submit your Event I Free Event Listing in South Africa.” This platform offers a free event listing service, allowing you to submit your event details and have it featured on their Events Calendar. Additionally, they promote events through their Facebook page, ensuring maximum exposure for your event. To submit your event, simply complete the form on their website and provide all the necessary information. It’s a quick and easy way to get your event noticed!

Why?

Promoting your event in South Africa has never been easier with the help of free event submission sites. These platforms provide a convenient and effective way to reach a wider audience and increase the success of your event. Whether you’re organizing a music concert, art exhibition, or business event, make sure to utilize these free event submission sites in South Africa. Submit your event details, provide accurate information, and get ready to welcome a crowd of enthusiastic attendees.

MyZA Events Screenshot – List your event for free. Photo: MyZA

Video: Free Event Submission Sites in South Africa

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CLICK HERE to submit your press release to MyPR.co.za.

Read the full article by Alan Straton here: MyPR

List Your Business on MyPR (FREE)

The many SEO professionals here on MyPR wil tell you that you need to get your product and links to that product onto as many relevant websites as possible. And, if those websites are in your niche then so much the better.

We have found that ‘old-style’ directories are a valuable arrow in the quiver of tools for the busy SEO professional.

At present we are building the MyPR Directory up to become a valuable resource that will expose your Public Relations and PR Related business to the right market. In addition we are building a decent list of media instances that you may also use to help you in spreading the news about your clients deeds, products and/or services.

The MyPR Directory form to add your business is to be found here: https://mypr.co.za/directory/add-listing/

For the short term, listings on MyPR are free so get cracking and start submitting now.

Directory listings can provide numerous benefits for your business.

Some of the key benefits from Directory Listings are:

Increased visibility: If you list your directory on different online directories, more people will be able to discover it. This can bring more visitors to your website and attract more businesses to join your directory.

Improved search engine optimization (SEO): Listing your directory in reputable online directories can also help improve your search engine optimization (SEO) efforts. This is because search engines consider the number of backlinks to your website when determining its authority and ranking.

Cost-effective marketing: The art of listing your business in online directories is an exquisite and enchanting way to allure an influx of traffic toward your website. This marvelous technique can be advantageous for your directory enterprise, as it has the potential to augment the number of businesses listed in your directory and generate a prodigious amount of revenue.

Credibility and trust: Being listed in authoritative online directories can also help establish credibility and trust in your directory business. This is because online directories are often seen as trusted sources of information by both consumers and businesses.

One-way links: Search engines place a premium on one-way links rather than reciprocal links, and directories are a great way to obtain those valuable one-way links. Search engines also place great value on links from sites that are well-established and are relevant to your market niche. Since directories allow you to place your listing in the categories that most closely fit with your product or service, you can rest assured that search engines will consider these links relevant. And you have the option of choosing older, more well-established directories that will show search engines that your links come from authoritative websites.

Search engine listings: Once you submit your site to a directory and your site is listed, it will only be a matter of days before the major search engines begin listing your URL as well. Robots are constantly searching for new websites and will find your website fast if it is listed in a directory.

Keyword relevance: Having your site listed in a web directory can help build keyword relevance, which in turn results in more traffic to your website.

Brand awareness: Directory submissions are essential for increasing brand awareness.

 Affordability: Directory submission is one of the most affordable SEO strategies you can find. Many directories will list your site for free, and even those sites that charge to list your site don’t charge a prohibitive amount. Directory submission is easily one of the most economically reasonable ways to address link popularity, brand awareness, and keyword targeting for your website.

One of the drawbacks to directory submission is that is a tedious process. SEO experts and internet marketing professionals have discovered that manual submission to directories is the best way to complete the directory submission task since each directory has its own rules and regulations for submission. Using submission software runs a great risk of rejection since such software is unable to customize your listing for each directory and can’t choose appropriate categories and subcategories as accurately as a human can. Manual submission can take a lot of time and effort but are certainly worth it.

An Example of my listing on MyPR: Alan Straton

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