Ugandan ad agency hosts art exhibition

Ugandan advertising agency, fireworks held it's second annual art exhibition last month in Kololo, Kampala. The event aims to recognise the efforts and achievements of local artists and endeavours to market them to buyers by promoting a culture of collecting fine art amongst Ugandan corporates. 5 Jul 2010 07:32

Media CEO threatens to cut publicity

[Walter Wafula] There's every reason for companies to cut back expenditure to survive the effects of the current global financial crisis. However, Robert Kabushenga, chief executive officer of New Vision Printing and Publishing Company has warned companies in Uganda against chopping off advertising expenses from their budget because it will put their popularity on the line. 23 Feb 2009 11:12

Arrive Alive campaign in Uganda drives the message home

The Arrive Alive road safety campaign in Uganda was initiated as a vehicle to emphasize safe driving practices and reduce the number of accidents on Uganda's roads over the festive season. The integrated media campaign included radio, press and outdoor. 10 Jan 2008 07:20

African nations agree to $1 billion Indian satellite project

A critical mass of countries are signing on to a plan for India to invest $1 billion in the Pan-African e-Network satellite project, a joint initiative with the Africa Union aimed at developing the region's information and communication technology (ICT) infrastructure. 30 Nov 2007 12:04

Iconic innovation at Entebbe Airport

Clear Channel Outdoor in Uganda have designed and built a unique landmark site for MTN at the Entebbe International Airport. 23 Nov 2007 08:19

Harnessing Africa's dynamic potential

Africa is an entire continent crammed with potential and possibilities. This is the view of the Switch Group – one that it is already acting on, with a new branch office in Kenya and another planned for Nigeria. 20 Nov 2007 11:42

Men first! (But the ladies can take a peep as well)

[Carole Kimutai] The first men's lifestyle magazine ADAM has caused quite in Nairobi. CAROLE KIMUTAI caught up with ADAM editor - Oyunga Pala 15 Oct 2007 06:14

Online advertising boosts Ugandan publisher's earnings

Increased website advertising revenue played a major role in pushing up profits of newspaper publisher the Vision Group by 17%. The printing and publishing small-cap equity posted a profit before tax of Ushs4.7 billion this year up from over Ushs3.6 billion in 2006. 8 Oct 2007 07:36

Outdoor advertising gives ZIFF extra zip

The Zanzibar International Film Festival (ZIFF), established in 1997, is a unique initiative for the sustained preservation and development of the region's rich cultural heritage and the work of contemporary artists. Outdoor advertising forms a major component in promoting the event. 30 Aug 2007 11:24

APEX awards now Cape to Cairo

The Advertising Performance Excellence (APEX) awards have just increased in magnitude following a decision by the custodians of the awards, the Association for Communication and Advertising (ACA), to extend entry to the rest of the continent. 28 Aug 2007 13:28

New creative director joins top Ugandan agency

James Black has joined Kampala-based Moringa Ogilvy in the position of creative director, and in welcoming Black, David Case, MD, stressed the importance to any company of nurturing creativity and effective communication. 3 Aug 2007 14:32

Volcano Advertising

Volcano assists Airlink's expansion in Africa with new routes to paradise

Airlink, true to its theme of the ‘Freedom of the African Skies’, continues to extend its reach with new African destinations and is proud to announce a new direct route from Johannesburg to Pemba, Mozambique. 13 Apr 2007 13:19