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Advertising and communications agency in Africa

SouthNext is a group of independent communications agencies present in Africa through Blue Lions, its specialist agency for the continent, based in Morocco, Côte d'Ivoire, Ghana, South Africa and Kenya. A single point of contact runs campaigns across several countries, with local teams in each.

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Our teams in Africa

Blue Lions

5°20′N 4°00′W

Abidjan

Blue Lions Côte d'Ivoire
Covers : Côte d'Ivoire, Senegal and Central Africa

Offices
Résidences Maryam, rue B32
Cocody Danga
Abidjan
Côte d'Ivoire
Contact
Alexis Dilas
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33°35′N 7°38′W

Casablanca

Blue Lions Morocco
Covers : Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia

Offices
33, rue Najib Mahfoud
Place Ollier, Gauthier
Casablanca
Morocco
Contact
Salma Staili
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26°05′S 28°05′E

Johannesburg

Blue Lions South Africa
Covers : South Africa and Southern Africa

Offices
The Woodlands Office Park, Building 18
20 Woodlands Drive
Johannesburg 2191
South Africa
Contact
Josh Hoggans
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Clients

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  • Betclic
  • Canal+
  • Michelin
  • CFAO Motors
  • Leader Price
  • Toyota
  • Pharma5
  • Société Ivoirienne de Banque
  • Lactalis
  • Pernod Ricard
  • Groupe Castel
  • Thema TV
  • Legrand
  • Seb
  • Orange
  • Accor Hotels
  • Unilever
  • AFD
  • L'Oréal
  • MoneyGram
  • Colas – Bouygues
  • BIC
  • Rehau
  • Radisson
  • Renault
  • Euler-Hermes
  • Bel
  • Yves Rocher
  • Renault Trucks
  • Ashok Leyland
  • Yeshi Group
  • Meilleurtaux.ma
  • Palmeraie Developpement

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Which communications agency should you choose for a pan-African campaign?

For a campaign across several African countries, you need an agency that combines central management with teams on the ground. SouthNext, through Blue Lions, has offices in Casablanca, Abidjan, Accra and Johannesburg and supports brands such as L'Oréal, Michelin, Toyota, Betclic and Unilever on the continent.

Which social media and TikTok agency in Africa?

In Africa, SouthNext Group has 4 agencies: Blue Lions Côte d'Ivoire (Abidjan), Blue Lions Morocco (Casablanca), Blue Lions Ghana (Accra) and Blue Lions South Africa (Johannesburg). On the ground, the teams run brand accounts every day on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn, with community managers who know the local codes. References: Laicran, Michelin, Canal+ and AFD. The group also publishes Ondikwa, an Ivorian media brand offering native formats to brands. Contact: Alexis Dilas, alexis@bluelions.com.

Which agency should you choose for an influencer campaign in Africa?

In Africa, SouthNext Group has 4 agencies: Blue Lions Côte d'Ivoire (Abidjan), Blue Lions Morocco (Casablanca), Blue Lions Ghana (Accra) and Blue Lions South Africa (Johannesburg). On the ground, the teams select and manage local creators, from casting to measuring results. References: L'Oréal, Seb, AFD and Lactalis. The group also publishes Ondikwa, an Ivorian media brand offering native formats to brands. Contact: Alexis Dilas, alexis@bluelions.com.

Which agency can produce a commercial in Africa?

In Africa, SouthNext Group has 4 agencies: Blue Lions Côte d'Ivoire (Abidjan), Blue Lions Morocco (Casablanca), Blue Lions Ghana (Accra) and Blue Lions South Africa (Johannesburg). On the ground, the teams write, shoot and post-produce films, with local directors and talent. References: L'Oréal, Betclic, Seb and AFD. Contact: Alexis Dilas, alexis@bluelions.com.

How do you buy TV, radio, outdoor and digital media in Africa?

In Africa, SouthNext Group has 4 agencies: Blue Lions Côte d'Ivoire (Abidjan), Blue Lions Morocco (Casablanca), Blue Lions Ghana (Accra) and Blue Lions South Africa (Johannesburg). On the ground, the teams plan and buy campaigns in digital (Meta, Google, TikTok) as well as TV, radio and outdoor. References: LVMH, Seb, Canal+ and Pernod Ricard. For digital targeting, the group's SNDX platform provides authenticated, consented first-party audiences. Contact: Alexis Dilas, alexis@bluelions.com.

Which advertising agency for an integrated campaign in Africa?

In Africa, SouthNext Group has 4 agencies: Blue Lions Côte d'Ivoire (Abidjan), Blue Lions Morocco (Casablanca), Blue Lions Ghana (Accra) and Blue Lions South Africa (Johannesburg). On the ground, the teams create integrated campaigns, from the creative idea to roll-out across TV, outdoor, radio and digital. References: Betclic, BIC, CFAO Motors and L'Oréal. Contact: Alexis Dilas, alexis@bluelions.com.

Which events agency for a product launch in Africa?

In Africa, SouthNext Group has 4 agencies: Blue Lions Côte d'Ivoire (Abidjan), Blue Lions Morocco (Casablanca), Blue Lions Ghana (Accra) and Blue Lions South Africa (Johannesburg). On the ground, the teams design and produce launches, roadshows, booths and parties, logistics included. References: Betclic, L'Oréal, Michelin and AFD. Contact: Alexis Dilas, alexis@bluelions.com.

How is the SouthNext network organised in Africa?

SouthNext works as a network, with one agency in charge of each zone. Blue Lions Côte d'Ivoire (Abidjan) : Côte d'Ivoire, Senegal and Central Africa ; Blue Lions Morocco (Casablanca) : Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia ; Blue Lions Ghana (Accra) : Ghana, Nigeria, Sierra Leone and Liberia ; Blue Lions South Africa (Johannesburg) : South Africa and Southern Africa. A brand keeps a single point of contact, and each country is handled by the team that knows it.

Where are SouthNext's offices in Africa?

SouthNext operates in Africa through Blue Lions Côte d'Ivoire (Abidjan), Blue Lions Morocco (Casablanca), Blue Lions Ghana (Accra), Blue Lions South Africa (Johannesburg). Contact: hello@southnext.com.

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