Burson Africa

Name: Burson Africa
Address: 3 Anerley Road, Parktown, Johannesburg, 2193, ZA
Telephone: +27114808555
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Burson Africa is the award winning African public relations network, with partners over 50 countries in Africa.
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Burson Africa is the pre-eminent African public relations network. Through its network of partners in over 50 African countries – 36 of them branded partners – it offers an unequalled footprint and a tailored for Africa approach tested over 25+ years that combines local agency insight and connectivity with seamless project delivery driven out of the Burson Africa hub in South Africa. Burson Africa

is the only network to have been a finalist in all 14 years of The Holmes Report/PRovoke Media African Consultancy of the Year Award and includes four winners in its ranks. Burson Africa won the Financial Mail AdFocus African Agency Network of the Year Award in 2015 and 2016 and the African Impact Award in 2017. It was also awarded the African Network of the Year Award from 2016 - 2019 at the South African PRISM Awards. For more information, please visit www.bursonglobal.com

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!

11/06/2024

Today, we celebrated the graduates of the sixth cohort of our online learnership programme 🎉

This diverse group, representing 19 countries across , including Algeria and Somalia for the first time, showcased immense talent and creativity - producing some of the best work we've seen to date.

Huge CONGRATULATIONS to all our graduates! As you embark on this exciting new chapter, we eagerly anticipate the outstanding results you will deliver to employers and clients using the knowledge and tools acquired during your journey with us 🌍

25/05/2024

Happy Africa Day from Burson Africa! 🥳

Yesterday, our team at H&K and BCW Africa celebrated the unity and diversity of our continent with a fun-filled quiz. Alongside our affiliates and partners across the continent, we came together to test our knowledge about our beloved Africa.

It was an enriching experience that reminded us of the beauty and strength that lies within our diverse cultures and traditions. Here's to the spirit of Africa, its resilience and its boundless potential.

16/05/2024

The (BCW and H&K) client service teams in SA recently came together in our hub office in Johannesburg for our inaugural Client Indaba.

This was an enriching opportunity to share insights about the work we do for each client and showcase the outstanding results we've achieved in partnership with them. We also discussed exciting opportunities that lie ahead for our clients as our two teams come together to form Burson Africa 🌍

While it was a day of intensive learning and collaboration, there was plenty of fun and camaraderie too! With this dream team, the future looks incredibly bright 🤓

09/04/2024

Recently, we were very fortunate to spend time with WPP’s CEO, Mark Read, in South Africa.

Our BCW Africa Co-Market Leaders, Karl Haechler and Bridget von Holdt, and H&K’s SA MD, Lerato Songelwa, engaged in enriching conversations with Mark about 's future on the continent. We discussed the pivotal role of PR as a strategic advisor to the C-suite and the exciting growth opportunities for our network in .

A big talking point of the group discussion with Mark and the other WPP agency leaders in South Africa was about harnessing the power of and to revolutionise the landscape across Africa. Together, we're all committed to growing our business and fostering on our continent.

02/04/2024

Last week, we were thrilled to welcome Bashar AlKadhi, CEO of H&K EMEAx and future CEO of Middle East, Turkey & Africa, to our African hub office in Johannesburg. This visit marked a significant milestone in our ongoing merger of H&K and BCW into .

We also had the honour of hosting our first joint town hall with Bashar at the helm. His inspirational words resonated throughout the room, sparking a collective enthusiasm for what lies ahead for in . Stay tuned as we continue to shape our exciting future together! 🌍

26/03/2024

Today we kicked off the sixth cohort of our online learnership programme, which offers up-and-coming communications professionals from across a hands-on and authentic agency experience replicating the benefits of an in-person internship.

The programme is a real-time, virtual learning experience, bringing together ‘must know’ and best practice communications disciplines under the guidance of some of Africa’s foremost communications practitioners and equipping participants with the knowledge and tools to deliver results to employers and clients.

To date, BCW Africa has welcomed 297 aspiring professionals from 23 African nations to our programme. Today’s cohort includes over 80 participants from more than 20 markets – our biggest and most diverse group yet!

We are very excited for the months of learning ahead. Good luck to all the learners…. Let's GO!! 🤓

08/03/2024

In honour of , we’re celebrating this year’s theme which emphasises the importance of diversity and inclusion in every aspect of society. At BCW, we believe that a culture of belonging is critical to creating an environment where everyone feels safe, empowered, and motivated to grow. Hear from our leaders across the region on how they in the workplace.

26/01/2024

A milestone moment. BCW Global and Hill & Knowlton are uniting to create Burson, a global leader built for a new era of communications. This is a significant moment of transformation for our companies, one that fundamentally changes the landscape for our clients and creates new opportunities for our people.

Our two agencies share similar ambitions, complementary strengths and many clients. By coming together as Burson, we will draw upon the rich heritages of both to build an agency that sets the standard for the most strategic, technology-driven communications offer in the industry, focused on building and protecting reputation.

Corey duBrowa, currently global CEO of BCW, will become global CEO of Burson and AnnaMaria DeSalva, currently global chairman and CEO of Hill & Knowlton, will become global chairman of Burson. Together, they will oversee agency strategy, client service, employee experience and culture. Burson will be operational as of July 1, 2024.

We’re excited for what’s to come in this new chapter.

Read more here: https://bcw-global.com/newsroom/global/wpp-unites-bcw-and-hill-knowlton-to-create-burson-a-global-leader-built-for-a-new-era-of-communications

19/12/2023

What a sizzling way to wrap up 2023!

This year, BCW Africa swapped boardrooms for kitchens at our staff year-end function. We whisked, fried, grilled and baked our way through an unforgettable Greek and North African cooking class!

As we feasted on our self-made delicacies, we reflected on the incredible journey of 2023. It's been a year of growth, resilience and innovation. But most importantly, it's been a year of teamwork.

So, here's to all the hard work that made 2023 great, and to the adventures that await us in 2024. We're ready to serve up another year of success across Africa with our colleagues, partners and clients!

11/12/2023

We took our BCW green game to a whole new level last week!

We recently had a “green day” at the office in Joburg. We all came in wearing our green gear and snacked on some delicious (mostly green) treats, all while showing off our BCW spirit 💚

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http://bursonglobal.com/

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In honour of #InternationalWomensDay, we’re celebrating this year’s theme #InspireInclusion which emphasises the importance of diversity and inclusion in every aspect of society. At BCW, we believe that a culture of belonging is critical to creating an environment where everyone feels safe, empowered, and motivated to grow. Hear from our leaders across the region on how they #InspireInclusion in the workplace. #IWD2024 #March8 #Inclusion #equality

At BCW Africa, we believe in taking action to make a positive impact on our communities. That's why we're proud to commemorate “March Forth and Do Something Day” on 4th March, a day that encourages us to march forth towards progress. In honour of this day, our team members dedicated some time to making a difference in their communities. Gomotsegang Motswatswe recently packed shoes and clothes for children at Siyabonga Children's Home in Germiston, while Melissa Naidoo organised a trash clean-up in her street. Ntandoyenkosinabadala Makhoba spent her day volunteering at a local garden, where they harvested goods to make food for homeless people in Johannesburg. Bridget von Holdt prepared a wholesome meal of veggies and chicken to feed about 40 homeless individuals. Leandré Morake volunteered to clean up at a pig and chicken farm! These small acts of kindness and service can go a long way in making a difference. #marchfourth