Thebe Ikalafeng
@ThebeIkalafeng
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Advocate for brand-led African renaissance #100MostInfluentialAfricans #100MostReputableAfricans Visited ALL of Africa. FM Adfocus and PRISA #HallOfFame
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The first time I met Dr Tshepo Motsepe, we were sitting together at an event where former President Mbeki and I were scheduled to speak about the importance of encouraging South Africans abroad to return home to build the country. I was suffering from a cold and sneezing
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She has every right to enter and represent us in the
@official_misssa
pageant; and to take advantage of every opportunity in this country. She has every right to claim her South African citizenship as enshrined in the constitution for those naturalized or born in South Africa by
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How inspirational is George Weah? When he lost the presidency in 2005 he had no high school qualification. In 2006 at 40 he earned his high school diploma, in 2011 a bachelors degree, and in 2013 master’s in public administration at DeVry University in US.
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Honoured. Thank you. It’s for the industry that inspired my work. It’s for the continent that nurtured me. It’s for the village that raised me. Humbled.
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UJ to confer Honorary Doctorate on influential African marketer Thebe Ikalafeng.
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Made in Africa: Introducing Dr Thebe Ikalafeng
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After leaving Kimberley in 1986 to find myself a place in the world; 30 years after returning to South Africa to vote for the first democratic republic post apartheid, and 20 years after leading the rebranding of this magnanimous 150 years old institution, the 10th biggest
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Thebe Ikalafeng honoured with EMY award for leading brand revolution in Africa | The Citizen.
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The mother of the nation has left us. She was not just part of but the core of the history of
#SouthAfrica
. May her soul rest in eternal peace. History will be kind to her. We owe her so much.
#RIP
#WinnieMandela
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Proud and honoured to support our
@thebemagugu
on his 3rd installment launch of his iconic heritage collection, "Lobola Negotiations." This is Kimberly at its brightest. This is Africa at its most majestic. This is us.
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Happy Easter. No religious
#brand
brings it home with greater energy and shakes the earth like the
#ZCC
.
#Moria
.
#MadeInAfrica
.
#ThebeOnBrands
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UJ confers Dr Thebe Ikalafeng with an honorary doctorate | Northcliff Melville Times
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Thank you
@WaydeDreamer
for reminding the world
#SouthAfrica
is a winning country.
#Gold
#WorldRecord
@ProudlySA
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You are a winner. An inspiration. An example that the people who succeed don’t blame their circumstances or upbringing for their failures, but use them to fuel their successes.
Each time before i Launch something Big, i meet up with
@ThebeIkalafeng
for Blessings.
one Man who’s able to say naaah, don’t. Or yeah it’ll work. I’m blessed to have him around…
Time to Launch is Near 🚀.
#BrandAfrica
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Second honorary doctorate for marketing doyen Thebe Ikalafeng.
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Rarely has a public SERVANT left such an impressive & indelible mark as Adv.
@ThuliMadonsela3
. We are better for her tenure.
#ThankYOUThuli
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Now that it has been established by Home Affairs that Chidima is NOT legally South African, while it may not be her fault and even though she was indeed born and raised in South Africa, like all of us, she unfortunately CANNOT be a beneficiary of an alleged crime; irrespective
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When I first met you as a young and green marketer at the dawn of a new South Africa I was in awe.
Of your intimidatingly 7 feet height or so. (Anyone an inch taller than me is that tall).
Of your authoritative and commanding voice.
Of your presence.
Of your wit.
Of your
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A superb day with the matriarch of South African art and culture, Gogo Esther Mahlangu. She can still kick a step or two with the best of them. Good to see her in good health and spirits. May our Almighty continue to bless our national treasure.
#KwaMhlanga
#ThebeTravelsAfrica
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#MoshoeshoeDay
. King Moshoeshoe (d. 11 March 1870), founding father of
#Lesotho
, was born at Menkhoaneng. The first son of Mokhachane, chief of the Bamokoteli lineage. At the age of 34 Moshoeshoe formed his own clan and settled at the Butha-Buthe Mountain.
#ThebeForAfrica
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Our star
@WaydeDreamer
74 yr old coach
#AnsSophiaBotha
is one more example women are the best.
#HappyWomensMonth
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A beautiful mind and spirit. You spoke truth to power. You spoke for marginalized. For the oppressed. For the unrepresented. For the voiceless. You were everything we all wish we could be: Honest. Direct. Unequivocal. Witty. Uncompromised. Authentic. Beautiful.
#RIPEusibius
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One of Rwanda’s Pres.
@PaulKagame
principles is “being accountable, staying together and thinking big.” Few African countries have done this better than Rwanda. Their new “start in Rwanda” initiatives underlines that bold thinking. Let’s go to
#Rwanda
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Open letter to Nathi Mthethwa, Minister of Condolences and Congratulations.
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Flattered and honored to be recognized among the Top 100 Most Reputable Africans among African luminaries
@MaEllenSirleaf
@WilliamsRuto
@judynxasana
@_MoIbrahim
@tembekangcukaitobi
SC and
@nelsonmakamo
. Let’s make Africa great.
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Happy 81st Birthday Gogo
#EstherMahlangu
. What a privilege to celebrate this milestone of a global
#Ndebele
icon. Check her moves.
#Nkosini
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Our
@TrevorNoah
named one of TIME magazine's 100 most influential people. Naturally. Excellence
#MadeInAfrica
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What a way to celebrate the indomitable Kenyan matriarch Hon. Zipporah Kittony’s 80th year of grace, impact and significance. Her son, our friend,
@KipronoKittony
hosted a fitting celebration at the majestic
@asaraestate
in Stellenbosch. Earned blessings. Happy 80th Mama Kittony.
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"If I had to do everything I'm gifted in, people would be jobless,"
@somizi
#LTDWSOMIZI
#Confidence
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How sad. This
#Gupta
family & associates have been a devastating reckless wrecking ball to the country & many businesses & professionals who fell for their honey trap and innocent bystanders. May we all learn & be better from it. Nkonki Inc to close doors.
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A tragedy. May
@hopezinde
soul R.I.P. She loved her son Warona completely. Drugs have no place in our society.
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A South African flag on sleeve of a team that doesn’t represent ambitions for a winning nation, in midst of economic strive, devastating infrastructure collapse and out of hand crime is not visionary. Out of touch with reality or the majority. Bad timing.
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Devastating destruction to the city that used to hold the promise of better futures. Notwithstanding that it was a colonial monument built on the suffering and demise of many, as young man growing up and going to the city center it nonetheless truly was the city of gold. The gas
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I am absolutely devastated with the passing of our sister from Kimberly who shone the light of a new South Africa brightly and contributed to the solid foundation of our constitutional court. May her beautiful soul rest in peace. History will be kind to you Justice Yvonne
What a big tree of our forest has fallen. A pillar of court and country. Rest softly, your judicial majesty. Retired Constitutional Court Judge Yvonne Mokgoro has passed away.
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"Before the EFF came into Parliament, there were many politicians who only woke up on pay day,"
@Julius_S_Malema
#EFFManifesto
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I accept that elections are contentious, hyperbole and parties take creative license.
But there are limits.
The only thing left out in this deeply offensive and criminal
@our_da
elections ad burning our collective flag is the re-emergence of the "ashes" of OUR flag is the
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Going on
#KhayaFM
at 17h45 with Stevie B re
#BrandMandela
- A priceless asset to
#SouthAfrica
and the world.
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Congratulations
@ingagubeka
You have always been daring with a beautiful flair for excellence. Wishing you well on this journey. Good to see our beloved
#INGA
brand back as your new brand
#Ascend
.
Inga Africa x Ascend Label officially open at Mall Of Africa
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Best new/old African essential I got to move around. No one weaves beads like
#Africans
. I’m telling my
#Cameroonian
friend we need to
#brand
and package these before the West does the rest with them.
#MadeInCameroon
#ThebeOnBrands
#ThebeTravelsAfrica
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Through His Grace, I’ve soared to great heights, summited mountains, travelled to all corners of the world, overachieved & overcame fears & foes. Happy 2023 to you, through whom I’ve been able to achieve everything & exceed what seemed impossible. I am enough. I’m ready for 2023.
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You cannot eat from Africa and disrespect Africans: Reasons why Kagame deports 18 Chinese from Rwanda
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Well done
@sibekoziyanda
you are moving up fast; but equally working as hard. inspiring.
Webber Wentzel is pleased to announce the promotion of 13 talented attorneys to the esteemed role of partner. These promotions recognise the newly appointed partners' outstanding contributions and further solidify the firm's dedication to empowering its people to reach their full
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They should turn down the invitation and lecture on democracy and focus their energies on building African unity, drive intra-Africa trade and work towards true African independence. Put Africa first rather than rush to dine with the master. For Africa. By Africa.
Seventeen African countries have been invited by US president Joe Biden to join nearly 100 other invitees for a virtual “Summit for Democracy” due to take place this week
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Our country is in good hands with you leading the class of educated, principled and vocal young leaders. Upwards and onwards
@SizweMpofuWalsh
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#DonaldTrump
rewrites
#American
election strategy: Lost all polls & debates. No taxes. Married 3x. Offended everyone. Nice guys finish last.
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The extent & the rate at which crime and politics have destroyed South Africa, now at an inflection point, it needs drastic rethinking to reverse the lawlessness, corruption and moral decay, we are to rebuild the nation brand’s reputation, competitive and pride.
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I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race. I have run the race. 2 Timothy 4:7.
#RIPJoost
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Holding court on
@tshepothejeanmaker
w/
@shev_lurie
CEO of
@VegaSchool
. We need to get emerging
#MadeInAfrica
#brands
such as
@tshepothejeanmaker
@maxhosa
@moshions
@ifele_za
and others as part of the curriculum rather than focus on non-African brand case studies.
#ThebeOnBrands
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My good pan-African
#Nigerian
brother
@feyiolubodun
sent me these
#MadeInNigeria
@ethnikbytundeowolabi
sneakers. “Inspired by Culture” using premium Oke fabric woven proudly by weavers in Iseyin, Oto State,
#Nigeria
, they’re worldclass premium
#brand
#MadeInAfrica
.
#ThebeOnBrands
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Congratulations
@trudimakhaya
on your appointment as President
@CyrilRamaphosa
Econ advisor. An inspired and informed appointment. You’re an inspiring example to all diligent and ambitious boys and girls. Everyone. Wish you great success.
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“We’re dealing with a repetitive, recalcitrant law breaker who’s now come to ask you to break the law again,” SC
@Nqukaitobi
. I want this man to represent me on my last day when the devil tries to recruit me against my Maker’s wishes. Clear, articulate, diligent, prepared & calm.
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This
#brand
is always in tune with the mood of a nation everywhere it operates. A credit to its
#MadeInSouthAfrica
roots.
#Nandos
#SONA2017
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The
@Powerfm987
interview of ex PP
@ThuliMadonsela3
by current PP
@AdvBMkhwebane
is a master stroke. All class. A women's month highlight.
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“Our country and the world we live in will never be the same again. We are resolved not merely to return our economy to where it was before the virus, but to forge a new economy in a new world environment,”
@CyrilRamaphosa
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"Choose a job you love and you'll never have to work a day in your life," Confucious.
#MontegoBay
#Jamaica
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You made my Mother’s 80th Birthday. She looked TS spectacular. Thank YOU.
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Thank you for a most gracious welcome. Great show and even greater host.
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A rare kind of leadership, wisdom and guidance the world needs more than ever. May we never forget his example and what we what deserve. We so much poorer with his absence.
#NelsonMandela
18.07.1918 - 12.05.2013.
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No better man for the job. At a platform that respects talent and not threatened personality. Thrive.
A new chapter. A new challenge.
An honour to join a beast of a radio station in
@947
From Wednesday
#MSW
will embark on a historic journey on four unique platforms...
@947
@VumaFM
@RISEfm943
&
@SowetanLIVE
Let's do Radio!!! 🤝🏾🥂🤝🏾
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I agree:
@theo_baloyi01
@LekauSehoana
and
@TshepoJeans
didn’t blame their circumstances for what life dealt them, but rolled up their sleeves to build excellent brands. All the critics built are warehouse of excuses, animosity & regrets. We need more Tshepo’s, Theo’s & Lekau’s.
I love what Theo and Lekau did with their brands in such a short space of time. It’s incredible to watch
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@Akhona_Mfaba
Lord. Such raw truth. To each their own though. Let the first one without sin cast the first stone. Happy New Year.
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SA Tourism Tottenham brand partnership irresponsible. Not the right time nor use of limited resources.
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It's not a trend. It's who they are. It's how they live and express themselves.
#Ndebele
#KwaMhlanga
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Your brand is your reputation. Your reputation is your worth.
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Whatever one may think of the
@effsouthafrica
brand there’s no denying that together with the charismatic
@Julius_S_Malema
they have redefined the political landscape and given the much marginalized youth a voice. They have validated the very concept of democracy and diversity in
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#ThoughtOfTheDay
: You can't enslave a mind that knows itself, values itself and understands itself ~ Wangari Maathai
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Every year around this time I catch up with my friend, the eminent branding doyen
@father_brand
to reflect on the year and look ahead. A master and respected brand builder whose signature is on many brands.
One thing I’m leaving today’s meeting we also spoke about what his 5 R’s
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Our public protector
@ThuliMadonsela
is also a style protector.
#Flawless
in
@gertjohancoetzee
#MadeInSA
.
#SONA
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The journey begins. We will do everything to triumph. If we don't, we will be brave in the attempt.
#MtAconcagua
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“I’m not allergic to money. I just don’t like money that has no soul. Money must serve and be useful,”
@mzamomasito
#ImAnEntrepreneur
#Durban
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Every major competition whoever is responsible for preparing the South African national teams manages to embarrass the country with with sub-standard poor quality and ill-fitting uniforms. And we wonder why our teams never live up to their potential and hype.
With so much
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The best entertainer since the late great Brenda Fassie. Leaves everything and more on stage. An African Queen.
#Makhadzi
.
Makhadzi is the queen of live shows. SAMAs, Miss SA, Idols, Big Brother, etc 🙌🏾. She's a superstar!!! 👸🏾
#SAMA29
#SouthAfricanMusicAwards2023
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Our
@LeanneManas
is an unparalleled, incomparable, objective and erudite journalist. She keeps the main thing, the main thing. She is a benchmark of enduring excellence.
Been planning this thread all year. I thought I'd wait until election day. A tribute to Leanne Manas. Leanne came to
@SABCNews
to present a lunchtime business show around 2003. I had heard her voice as a stand in on
@KayaON959
when I was presenting the Afternoon Drive in 2000.
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The truth is that we are not yet free; we have merely achieved the freedom to be free, the right not to be oppressed. We have not taken the final step of our journey, but the first step on a longer and even more difficult road ~ Nelson Mandela.
#FreedomDay
#27April
#SouthAfrica
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“As an entrepreneur and marketer, your job is to move consumers forward into the future,”
@mzamomasito
#IAmAnEntrepreneur
#Durban
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What a welcome to Heaven. A galaxy of the very best from among us.
#RIP
Champ.
#GOAT
.
#MuhammadAli
.
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How soon we forget that these "shithole" countries built
#America
through evil slavery and cheap labour. Time for
#MAGA
.
#MakeAfricaGreatAgain
. "'Unkind, divisive, elitist': international outcry over Trump's 'shithole countries' remark."
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#HappyBirthdayThebe
My Spirit is in a Hurry.
I counted my years and realized that I have less time to live by, than I have lived so far.
I feel like a child who won a pack of candies:…
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"We have one life; it soon will be past; what we do for God's all that'll last," Muhammad Ali. A great life.
#Champ
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Typically the news are all about GBV & corruption and little abt the economy, creativity & fighting Covid. It’s become a depressing anthem of our days. Couldn’t we today, just once, have focused on our mothers, sisters, daughters and nieces. Happy Women’s Day. We love you.
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Well earned and deserved
@mteton
on this honour bestowed on you. You’ve always been an exemplary benchmark of excellence.
Thank you to the University of Johannesburg’s College of Business and Economics for the honorary doctorate. I am over the moon.
#ReachingBeyondOurReach
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The Maluleke family are such an inspiration. Everyone in that family is a model of excellence in every leadership role they’ve undertaken. Congratulations to AG
@tsakanimaluleke
Tsakani Maluleke who has been appointed as external auditor for Unesco.
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#InspirationforPioneers
. “First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they fight you, then you win,” Mahatma Gandhi
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