South Africa, July 8 -- Howland, who has completed his term, will now shift his energy to a new mandate leading the rollout of the Africa Declaration on the Professionalisation of Public Relations and Responsible Communication, a founding charter that will be supported by professional bodies across the continent.

This follows the Institute's 69th Annual General Meeting held on Friday, 3 July 2026.

Mary Gearing takes up the role of president-elect, with Tsholofelo Dihutso stepping into the vice president role.

Dr Azionya assumes the presidency at a pivotal moment for the profession, as PRISA continues to strengthen professional standards, grow its membership, and expand its influence across Africa.

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