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

[CAPE TALK] Adaptive Deepfake Detection

Views and News with Clarence Ford is the mid-morning show on CapeTalk. This 3-hour long programme shares and reflects a broad array of perspectives. It is inspirational, passionate and positive. Host Clarence Ford’s gentle curiosity and dapper demeanour leave listeners feeling motivated and empowered.

May 81 min read

Adaptive Deepfake Detection Revolutionises Digital Fraud Prevention

Sumsub launches its upgraded deepfake detection solution, setting a new standard in catching sophisticated fraud online Johannesburg – May 2026 – Sumsub, a leading full-cycle verification platform that enables scalable compliance, launched  Adaptive Deepfake Detector. The new model tackles the prevailing issue of traditional offline solutions being unable to detect the newest deepfake scams. Unlike its predecessors, Sumsub’s deepfake detector effectively spots emerging typ

May 13 min read

AI to become irreplaceable in preventing problem gambling in 2026

As Africa’s gaming industry grows, predictive technologies and ethical frameworks are becoming essential to identifying risk early and protecting players in real time. Africa’s gaming market is growing rapidly, but so is the complexity of managing risk in real time. In a recent panel discussion I participated in at the Africa Gaming Expo 2026 in Lagos, Nigeria, I had the opportunity to explore how predictive tools and ethical frameworks are reshaping the way we approach pro

Apr 15 min read

[Radio Helderberg] How AI is changing dating

Feb 230 min read

Sumsub launches AI Agent Verification to strengthen human accountability in Africa’s digital economy

New solution links AI-driven automation to verified human identity, helping African businesses address AI-driven fraud while enabling safe digital innovation.   Johannesburg - South Africa – Sumsub, a global verification and fraud prevention leader, announced the launch of its AI Agent Verification solution, a first-of-its-kind approach to controlling AI-driven automation by binding it to real, verified human identity within Sumsub’s Know Your Agent (KYA) framework. As arti

Jan 284 min read

Africa’s iGaming Sector Cuts Fraud but Faces Ongoing Verification Challenges

Johannesburg, South Africa (28 August 2025) - Africa’s iGamingsector continues to chart a unique course in the fight against fraud, recording a 14.7% reduction in fraud rates over the past two years, even as global levels rise. The findings, published in the State of Identity Verification in the iGaming Industry 2025 report, underline the region’s progress while also exposing the challenges that still stand in the way of a fully secure and seamless player experience. Globally

Nov 26, 20254 min read

IOL: Deepfake fraud and attacks on the rise in SA

Read the full article on IOL here: https://www.iol.co.za/capeargus/news/deepfake-fraud-and-attacks-on-the-rise-in-sa-1c14c52e-4cd1-43ef-a5f8-4f0d5cfcdf68

Dec 7, 20231 min read

70% of Crypto Companies Report Deepfake Fraud Rise

New research on identity verification in the crypto industry by Sumsub finds the number of deep fakes in the sector increasing by 128% Sumsub, a full-cycle verification platform, today releases its State of Verification and Monitoring in the Crypto Industry 2023 report. The findings focus on crypto companies' regulations and verification practices, with highlights from verification performance and identity fraud statistics. The report intends to provide crypto businesses with

Oct 16, 20232 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