Ocean Outdoor adds Europe’s largest digital ceiling to its DOOH portfolio

By Rajiv Raghunath - March 20, 2024

The media is a vast 1,000m² digital ceiling screen which spans the three internal streets and the central courtyard. This new advertising opportunity is available to one brand a month on a solus basis.

Zitcha to launch digital retail media network across South Africa in partnership with Leroy Merlin

By Rajiv Raghunath - March 20, 2024

Zitcha will enable Leroy Merlin’s brand advertisers to connect with consumers along the path to purchase across an end-to-end digital retail media network

What automation & programmatic mean for OOH

By Rajiv Raghunath - March 20, 2024

Simon Wall, Group CEO, Tractor Media Holdings engages Mandakini Negi, Co-Founder & MD, LMX, Alexis Coulibaly, Programmatic Team Lead – EMEA, Broadsign and Francesca Vincenti, Head of Programmatic & Innovation, Pikasso in a deep discussion on how automation and programmatic are augmenting the OOH buying processes at the WOO Africa Forum

Ballyhoo Media ties up with Fire Island Ferries, expands OOH footprint

By Rajiv Raghunath - March 20, 2024

The ferries serve as a gateway to the island, boasting 1.2 million annual passengers

Industry regulation, amplification of positive contributions, data & tech focus key to sustained OOH growth

By Rajiv Raghunath - March 19, 2024

Tom Goddard, President, World Out of Home Organization (WOO) anchored a discussion on ‘Sector Growth’ with the participation of Martin Sabbagh, CEO, Middle East & Africa, JCDecaux, Dawn Rowlands, CEO, dentsu Sub-Saharan Arica, Jacques du Preez, Founder & CEO, Provantage Group, and Adrian Skelton, Managing Partner, Talon Outdoor.

‘We Must DOOH Better’

By Rajiv Raghunath - March 19, 2024

Jay Young, Managing Director, Grand Visual Jay Young, delineates the creative essentials that determine DOOH success

Dawn Rowlands’s blueprint for OOH growth: Innovate, Engage and Collaborate

By Rajiv Raghunath - March 19, 2024

Dawn Rowlands, CEO dentsu SubSaharan Africa outlines a roadmap for collaborative storytelling and innovative technology adoption to drive growth in the African media industry

The Canadian Out-of-Home Awards announces diverse 2024 judging panel

By Rajiv Raghunath - March 19, 2024

The 2024 Awards will be accepting submissions for campaigns that were launched/active between January 2023 - December 2023.

Collaborate, innovate, and adapt to the changing landscape: Chris Botha

By Rajiv Raghunath - March 18, 2024

Chris Botha, Group MD, Park Adv, South Africa drew parallels between the challenges facing the industry and a compelling narrative involving two shoe companies on a Pacific island, urging industry leaders to collaborate and innovate in the evolving landscape of South Africa's media industry.

‘Data-driven strategies are defining how OOH is planned, executed & evaluated’

By Rajiv Raghunath - March 18, 2024

Embracing the era of data-driven insights, Bruce Burgess, Director, IRL Consulting unveils ground-breaking strategies that are set to redefine the landscape of outdoor advertising

Accent on creativity, collective efforts, fair pricing will augment Africa’s OOH growth prospects: Greg Benatar

By Rajiv Raghunath - March 15, 2024

Greg Benatar, Joint Managing Director & Group Sales Director, Alliance Media also underlines the need for brands and buyers to recognise the sheer diversity of African markets

Remi du Preez advocates for a pixel-perfect OOH future

By Rajiv Raghunath - March 15, 2024

Remi du Preez highlights the transformative power of programmatic out-of-home advertising, advocating for seamless integration, industry standards, and transparency.

‘Cape Town successfully balances outdoor signage expansion with preservation of city’s natural and cultural heritage’

By Rajiv Raghunath - March 14, 2024

Ald. Andrews, Deputy Mayor of Cape Town emphasises the pivotal role of OOH in shaping urban landscapes and fostering economic prosperity throughout Africa.

Measure what matters, Ocean Group CEO Tim Bleakley tells the OOH industry

By Rajiv Raghunath - March 14, 2024

Addressing the WOO Africa Forum, Tim points out that turning of DOOH into an accessible, entertainment channel with experiences that can be shared beyond the physical realm is attracting top brands to locations they may not have previously considered.

‘Strong national industry bodies, common currency, sustainability, coordinated adtech vital for OOH growth’

By Rajiv Raghunath - March 13, 2024

WOO President Tom Goddard highlighted the key factors driving OOH growth across global markets, and the challenges to be overcome, in his address at the 1st in-person WOO Africa Forum organised in Cape Town, South Africa