Where powerful conversations shape powerful brands.

The Comms Hub is Tishala’s podcast exploring the ideas, strategies,

and stories behind impactful communication. Featuring industry leaders, industry experts, and bold thinkers, it dives into what it truly takes to build brands that stand out, grow, and lead in their space.

Each conversation is designed to unpack real insights, practical strategies,

and the thinking behind powerful brand narratives — giving listeners a clearer understanding of how to communicate with purpose and intention. It’s a space where ambition meets strategy, and where brands learn how to be seen, heard, and remembered in a way that drives lasting impact.

Essential Episodes

Press Release

How To Set Expectations In Public Relations

Public relations is known for being versatile, occasionally glamorous, and, yes, stressful. In fact, CareerCast listed “PR executive” as one of the top ten most stressful gigs in its 2019 Most Stressful Jobs report. Some of the pressure we encounter in PR is preventable, however. We’ve all worked with, and been stressed out by, demanding bosses or clients that expect unrealistic outcomes. On the agency side, it’s sometimes because the team overpromises in their eagerness to w

Nov 15, 20205 min read

What do PR agencies need from their clients?

Most businesses will view their PR agency as an extension of their own team. They trust their agency’s opinion, view them as a reliable source and understand that they need to invest some time in order for their agency to understand what their business is all about and gain the best results. But what exactly does a PR firm need from their client? Here are several things PR agencies need from their client in order to ensure their campaign is successful. 1. Time One of most i

Aug 4, 20202 min read

Four Elements of Successful Brand Storytelling to Use Today

One of the biggest mistakes organisations make in their brand storytelling is too much focus on the “brand” and not enough on the “storytelling.” Historically, storytelling is one of our oldest and most powerful forms of communication. It defines us as humans and creates a connection between people and communities. Even those who might not otherwise relate or connect with each other. It’s an amazing thing when you think about it. Stories bring us together as people. Story Equ

Jul 22, 20204 min read

8 Reasons Why PR is beneficial for early- and Mid-Stage Companies.

At Tishala Communications we specialise in helping Tech startup clients leverage the benefits of PR for business success. Here are 8 Reasons Why PR Is Beneficial for Early- and Mid-Stage Companies. Generate business leads. Effective public relations can improve business outcomes by generating new leads. When your company is covered in targeted media outlets, your company’s becomes more visible to prospects. Attract investors. The right media placements at the right times can

Jul 8, 20202 min read

African Artificial Intelligence Pioneer And Cortex Logic CEO, Dr. Jacques Ludik, Awarded AI Leade...

South African based Artificial Intelligence Software & Solutions veteran and founder of Cortex Logic, awarded premium accolade at Africa's Tech Week event, underlying a life dedicated to AI and Data Science Innovation. Dr Ludik is an African based smart technology entrepreneur and Artificial Intelligence investor / AI ecosystem builder, holds a PhD in Computer Science and has amassed 25+ years' experience in the study and exploitation of AI & Data Science in real world applic

Mar 6, 20192 min read

Cortex Logic CEO, Dr. Jacques Ludik, Awarded AI Leader Of The Year.

Mar 6, 20192 min read

Bigger and better RapidLion Awards Ceremony returns to the festival

This year’s edition of RapidLion – The South African International Film Festival, which runs at the market Theatre from March 1 to 10 March 2019, sees the return of the coveted RapidLion Awards Ceremony. Several standouts have emerged, with films such as Five Fingers for Marseilles (SA), Sew The Winter to My Skin (SA), Silent Winter China), Catching Feelings (SA), Legalize It – Friendship Never Dies (Brazil), and Shocking KungFu of Huo’s (China) boasting nominations in sever

Feb 21, 20194 min read

Press Release: Maynard Kraak’s latest film, The Last Victims, to open RapidLion 2019

RapidLion – The South African International Film Festival (running from 1 to 10 March) at The Market Theatre has unveiled The Last Victims, a film by prolific South African film Director/Producer, Maynard Kraak, as the opening film for this year’s edition. The Last Victims chronicles an unlikely bond between Dawid, a former member of apartheid South Africa’s infamous death squad, and Pravesh, who survived this squad, as Dawid tries to atone for his past by helping Pravesh sea

Feb 20, 20193 min read

RapidLion - The South African International Film Festival lauds outstanding filmmakers

The burgeoning film industry on the African continent and the outstanding quality of films it produces has given the sector much to be proud of. Essentially a marketing tool for African films, those made in the African diaspora, and BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India China and South Africa) movies, RapidLion hosts what aims to be the single most prestigious film awards ceremony outside of the mature film industries of the west; The RapidLion Awards Ceremony, to laud the men and wom

Nov 1, 20182 min read

East African law firm predicts key growth for African countries ready to invest in gaming

The burgeoning gaming industry in Africa has been thrown into stark relief during 2018 with countries across the continent driving key me...

Sep 19, 20180 min read

ICE Africa awakens a multi-billion dollar industry on African soil

Pietro Calicchio, Leader of the Hospitality and Gambling Industry for PricewaterhouseCoopers in South Africa, has identified the gaming i...

Sep 17, 20180 min read

National Women’s Month – AI Expo Africa Charity Starting Chance Targets Youth Development

As part of our focus on National Women’s Month we shine a light on one of the AI Expo Africa community charities and we hear from Startin...

Aug 8, 20184 min read

Mindworx Academy Head Sabelo Myeni scoops the 2018 Standard Bank Rising Star Award

Sabelo Myeni (33) Head of Mindworx Academy has been awarded the 2018 Standard Bank Rising Star Award – Professional Services category, f...

Jul 31, 20183 min read

African Leaders in Artificial Intelligence to Gather at Largest Pan-African AI Community Expo

AI Expo Africa is building the largest inclusive Pan-African AI Community to lead the 4th Industrial Revolution on the continent. The Exp...

Jun 28, 20183 min read

The Music of Down Town Jozi

When you think of the vibrancy of the South African musical landscape of yesteryear, It is almost impossible not to acknowledge how Johan...

May 5, 20182 min read

Johannesburg’s Ten Bompas Winehouse is a 5 star hit.

Foremost modernists of the twentieth century, Virginia Woolf once eloquently said “One cannot think well, love well, and sleep well, if o...

Oct 1, 20170 min read

The Whale Caller soon to make waves on the big screen!

Zola Maseko’s The Whale Caller, is a fascinating story based on Zakes Mda’s bestselling novel. It is an enchanting, romantic comedy of s...

Sep 5, 20173 min read

Thought Leadership Insights for Powerful Brands

My journey of leaving the newsroom for PR.

I did not foresee that my professional journey would lead me to PR. I was committed to journalism – print journalism specifically. I was so committed that I married a fellow journalist. Having said that, there were things about journalism that didn’t work for me. As a young hack working for a daily publication, I’d look at the mothers in the newsroom and the difficulty they experienced with the irregular work hours. Long hours were not the problem, it was the fact that you co

May 134 min read

World PR Day: The Work Behind the Story

PR isn’t just about headlines — it’s about the authentic, creative process that happens long before.

Jul 16, 20251 min read

The power of PR: Your business’s hidden superpower

If you've wondered what drives business growth and fuels trust and positive relationships, the answer lies in Public Relations (PR) says Nomsa Mdhluli, Founder of Tishala Communications. Mdhluli highlights the untapped potential of PR as a key driver of business growth and reputation. In today's competitive and ever-changing business landscape, companies are constantly looking for ways to build credibility, expand their reach and connect with their audiences in meaningful way

Mar 12, 20252 min read