2026 Effie College Registration: July 2026
Effie College commences: August 2026
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2025 Winners

UCT: Keorapetse Mokoena & Kimmae Robbie
UCT: Linah Mokwana; Thabang Mhlongo; Kabelo Moropa; Mojaki Moroenyane & Onthatile Maithufi
UJ: Ronewa Ogilvie; Lethabo Mohaswa; Owame Mapedi & Amohelang Sehloho
Student Benefits
  • Gain real-world marketing experience working for a major brand
  • Practically apply classroom concepts to real world problems
  • Receive constructive feedback from experienced industry professionals
  • Finalists will have the opportunity to network with industry leaders and earn prizes
 Brand Sponsor Benefits

Brands sponsor case studies for this programme (cost: R200,000). In return brands gain:

  • Fresh Gen Z insights – Students deliver authentic, digitally-native campaign ideas with cultural perspectives your teams might miss
  • High-impact exposure – Visibility among rising talent, universities, industry judges, and the Effie community
  • Turnkey experience – Simply set your brief using our template, attend live pitches, and let Effie manage everything from launch to awards
WHO CAN ENTER

The competition is open to those enrolled full/part-time at an accredited South African college/university or educational institution. This includes undergraduate and post-graduate students International students that have valid visas are also eligible to participate. If you have any questions, please email gillian@acasa.co.za and dineo@acasa.co.za

2026 Entry Information
  • Effie College Entry Kit Download
  • Effie College Entry Form Download

 

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Participating Universities

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