Burson Africa

29/08/2025

This Women's Month, we celebrated the immense power of women and our shared dedication to creating a future where their contributions are fully recognised.

Burson Africa asked our team, both women and men, to reflect on the contributions, leadership and impact of women in our profession. From stories of mentorship and representation, to calls for cultural shifts that elevate everyone, their perspectives remind us that progress is a collective effort: women championing women, and allies standing alongside them.

20/08/2025

South Africa’s digital media and marketing stars shone bright at the 2025 IAB Bookmark Awards!

From bold ideas to breakthrough campaigns, the BMAs celebrate the very best in digital innovation, creativity, and effectiveness - setting the benchmark for excellence in our industry. This year, Burson Africa was proud to stand in the spotlight as the official PR partner - delivering:

Strategic storytelling

Compelling content

Media moments that mattered

Why? Because we believe in amplifying creativity, celebrating collaboration, and driving the digital marketing industry forward. Here’s to more ideas, more impact, and more moments worth talking about!

16/07/2025

Happy World PR Day from Burson Africa!

At Burson, we’re passionate about purposeful communication.

Today we’re celebrating the craft that connects people, creates a brand voice, builds reputations, and drives real impact.

We asked our team a few simple (but powerful) questions about the heart of our industry; the truths, the myths, the magic, and the moments that matter most. Here’s what they had to say:

10/06/2025

🚀 For our clients: smarter strategies, stronger reputations.

Introducing Burson's Reputation Capital: a first-of-its-kind solution that transforms how businesses measure, build and monetise their most valuable asset.

Validated by Augmented Intelligence Labs, a University of Oxford enterprise, our cutting-edge Reputation Capital technology is the ultimate co-pilot for Burson's communicators, creators, and strategists. This means your business benefits from bolder, smarter strategies, predicting reputational shifts before they impact your bottom line and translating your reputation into tangible value.

Schedule a consultation today: https://bit.ly/4kzh0Kr

06/06/2025

At Burson Africa, we believe creativity thrives when we step away from our everyday routine. That’s why we traded laptops for paintbrushes in a vibrant team-building experience that challenged our imaginations, and united our people.

In a session filled with the Burson inspired black and yellow colours, we co-created art that reflects not just our individual talents, but the power of collaboration. We brought our A-game bold ideas, bright minds, and a culture that champions both.

The day's proceedings included a creative briefing, a guided painting session, delicious lunch, and plenty of sweet treats to keep the energy flowing.

23/04/2025

We're thrilled to announce that Burson Africa has secured the most finalist nominations of any agency for the 2025 PRovoke Media African SABRE Awards! 🏆

This achievement is a testament to the incredible work and dedication of our teams and the strong partnerships we have with our clients.

It's especially inspiring to see client work represented across so many sectors and speciality services – from Financial Communications and Crisis/Issues management to Media, Arts & Entertainment and Cause-Related Marketing – a true reflection of the diverse and impactful campaigns we deliver across the continent.

A huge congratulations to all our teams involved. We're keeping our fingers crossed for the awards ceremony in Kenya on June 12th!

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24/03/2025

The seventh cohort of Burson Africa’s online internship training programme, Starting Blocks, has officially kicked off!

This year, 67 talented, up-and-coming communications professionals from 16 countries joined the class of 2025, bringing the total number of participants to over 470 and extending our reach to 28 countries in Africa.

Taking Starting Blocks online allowed us to expand our heritage internship programme across our African network, which covers over 50 markets on the continent, welcoming even more participants and creating a truly multinational and multicultural experience. This year’s programme features seven dynamic modules designed to equip participants with essential skills for thriving in the world of PR and communications.

To the Starting Blocks 2025 cohort: we can’t wait to see where this journey takes each of you. Here’s to growth, discovery and shaping the future of communications in Africa together. Best of luck – you’ve got this!

18/12/2024

Very proud to be the official PR partner to the Ichikowitz Family Foundation's African Youth Survey. This CNN Inside Africa report says it all 🌍💛

24/09/2024

Happy Heritage Day from all of us at Burson South Africa 🇿🇦

It's a day for us to not only celebrate, but also reflect on the rich cultural heritage that binds us together.

Our team recently demonstrated their pride in their heritage through a display of vibrant cultural attire. Each vibrant piece of attire told a unique story of tradition and culture, a testament to the rich tapestry of traditions that make up our collective identity. But beyond the colours and customs, we celebrated something deeper - the shared values that unite us. Respect, unity, resilience; these are qualities that define us as South Africans and as members of the Burson family.

At Burson Africa, we deeply value the significance of honouring our diverse cultures. This celebration reaffirms our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is not just embraced but celebrated. We believe that our strength lies in our differences, and it's this belief that shapes our work environment.

03/09/2024

African Youth Speak Out: Corruption Top Concern, New Politics Desired

The 2024 African Youth Survey, commissioned by the Ichikowitz Family Foundation, reveals that African youth are resilient but deeply concerned about corruption, seeing it as the biggest threat to their future.

Here are some key takeaways:
• Corruption is Public Enemy #1: Young Africans believe it's robbing them of opportunity and hindering progress. They demand tougher action against corrupt officials.
• New Politics, Please: While still believing in democracy, they're seeking an "African-infused" system that delivers tangible results.
• Emigration on the Rise: Nearly 60% want to emigrate within the next 5 years, with North America and Western Europe being top choices.
• China's Influence Grows: China retains its positive image, while the US faces declining trust.

This eye-opening survey, for which Burson is the communications partner, highlights the urgent need to address corruption and empower young people. The world needs to listen to the voices of Africa's youth – their future is our future.

Read more about the survey findings here: [https://bit.ly/4e9hQtO]

09/08/2024

At Burson Africa, we champion the brilliance, creativity and resilience of individuals who lead with purpose and passion. And today, we’re celebrating the unstoppable force of women in PR, communications, and beyond!

To every woman who breaks barriers, shares meaningful stories, and drives change; let’s continue to elevate, amplify, and empower each other – not just today, but every day.

16/07/2024

Happy from all of us at Burson Africa 🎉

This week marked a significant milestone for us as we unveiled our vibrant new brand colours at our Africa hub office in Johannesburg. Our team showed up in full force, proudly sporting their black, white and yellow gear! 💛

In this era of rapid technological advancements and socio-economic volatility, Burson is reinventing how reputation creates a competitive advantage for clients. We firmly believe that a strong reputation, clearly and creatively communicated, is a company’s most valuable asset.

As we embark on this exciting journey, we are eager to expand our expertise across Africa and look forward to building reputational capital for our clients on the continent. 🌍

Here's to a future filled with innovation, growth, and collaboration for our clients and talent!