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Africa’s creative future

Leading the world through innovation and collaboration.

by Dawn Rowlands
June 12, 2024
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Africa’s creative future

Celebrating a decade of partnership in Nigeria with MediaFuse, we reflect on barriers impeding African creativity and the need for deeper engagement with the region's unique creative essence/Natanael Ginting/Freepik.com

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[PRESS OFFICE] In today’s market, fostering a connected creative society and business environment in Africa is crucial. Creativity transcends industries—from media and data to advertising. At Dentsu, our 123-year journey of innovation exemplifies how businesses can thrive amidst constant change.

Despite the allure of short-term gains, the importance of a long-term vision is paramount. Celebrating a decade of partnership in Nigeria with MediaFuse, we reflect on barriers impeding African creativity and the need for deeper engagement with the region’s unique creative essence.

Africa is on the cusp of a cultural revolution, scaling at an unparalleled pace and generating global political tension. Accurate representation in advertising and communications is vital as we advance with cutting-edge technologies like generative AI.

Amid economic pressures, strategic partnerships and genuine brand engagement have become essential.

Innovation is our industry’s superpower, driving meaningful change through borderless creativity. The current market dynamics offer a unique moment for us to emerge as problem solvers. Yet, business leaders must navigate rising technology costs, with tech budgets consuming 20-30% of revenue in many instances, necessitating careful investment decisions.

Radical collaboration within businesses is essential for relevance and meaningful outcomes. AI enables personalisation at scale, breaking down silos and necessitating integrated efforts across various divisions like sponsorship and digital media.

Africa must shift from copying best practices to driving localised innovation.

At Dentsu, we are people-focused, driving transformations that shape society. Our recent work with Trophy, which won the AB InBev Grand Prix, underscores the importance of bravery in creative endeavours. This campaign, driven by local insight, led to significant societal impact and market share growth.

Investing in high-quality craft is crucial for both global and local recognition. As media rapidly evolves, digital media now surpasses traditional forms. Embracing technology in advertising and leveraging influencer marketing, shoppability, and data-driven personalisation will steer future growth.

African culture, from music to fashion, is gaining global appreciation. By embracing radical collaboration, investing in quality, and leveraging technology, Africa can lead the world in creativity and innovation.

Tune into our podcast to explore more about how Africa’s creative future is shaping global trends and leading the way through innovation and collaboration.

Dawn Rowlands is CEO of dentsu Africa. She has been responsible for the growth of the African network,  expanding the footprint in South Africa, Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya and Tanzania taking dentsu Africa from 5 owned markets to 11. Dentsu Africa now has offices in Mozambique, Zambia, Uganda, Senegal, Cameroon and Ivory Coast. She has been strategic in expanding dentsu’s vision. 


 

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