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Reach the Burson-Marsteller Africa team for general enquiries, new business, media, or crisis communications. Direct lines and email addresses are listed below.
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For specific requests, please contact the relevant team member directly using the details provided.
General Queries
New Business (Africa)
Lyn Fourie
Tel +27 11 480 8533
Mobile +27 82 922 7678
New Business (South Africa)
Ruth Kolevsohn
Tel +27 11 480 8657
Mobile +27 83 626 3766
New Business
Robyn de Villiers
Tel +27 11 480 8557
Mobile +27 83 419 8557
Crisis Communications
Robyn de Villiers
Tel +27 11 480 8557
Mobile +27 83 419 8557
Burson-Marsteller Africa brings decades of strategic communications expertise to clients across the continent. As part of a leading global public relations network, the firm combines international best practices with deep local knowledge of African markets. The team helps organizations navigate complex stakeholder landscapes, from government relations and corporate reputation to brand positioning and crisis management. With offices in key business hubs including Johannesburg, Cape Town, and other strategic locations, the firm offers clients the reach of a worldwide agency alongside the agility and cultural insight of a truly African partner. This dual perspective enables impactful campaigns that resonate across diverse audiences.
The firm's approach to public relations is rooted in research-driven strategy and creative storytelling. By understanding the unique social, economic, and political dynamics of each market, the team crafts messages that build trust and drive meaningful engagement. Whether supporting multinational corporations entering the continent or helping African brands expand globally, the agency provides counsel that bridges perspectives. Specialized services span corporate communications, public affairs, digital strategy, and issues management. Every campaign is designed with measurable outcomes in mind, ensuring that clients see tangible results from their investment in strategic communications.
Across Africa's rapidly evolving media and business environment, the need for authentic and transparent communication has never been greater. Burson-Marsteller Africa helps clients cut through the noise by delivering clear, consistent messaging that aligns with organizational values. The team draws on a rich understanding of traditional and digital media landscapes to place stories where they will have the greatest impact. From stakeholder mapping to message development and media training, the agency equips clients with the tools they need to engage confidently with their audiences and protect their reputations in an increasingly connected world.
The firm's presence across multiple African markets allows it to offer coordinated communications support that respects regional nuances while maintaining a cohesive brand narrative. This network approach means clients benefit from on-the-ground intelligence in diverse countries, all coordinated through a single strategic lens. The team is experienced in helping organizations tell their stories across borders, navigating different languages, cultural expectations, and regulatory frameworks. By combining global standards with local sensitivity, Burson-Marsteller Africa delivers communications programs that are both internationally credible and locally relevant, helping clients build lasting relationships with their stakeholders.
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