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Cape Town

VML

G12 Old Castle Brewery Complex
6 Beach Road
Woodstock, Cape Town 7925
South Africa

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Durban

The Hardy Boys (A VML Company)

Lion Match Office Park, The Old Factory, 2nd Floor
892 Umgeni Road
Durban, Kwa-Zulu Natal 4001
South Africa

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Johannesburg

WPP Campus Johannesburg

Building A
20 Woodlands Drive
Woodmead, Johannesburg 2191
South Africa

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About Us

We put everything we are into everything we do.

VML South Africa is the African arm of the world’s biggest creative company.

While we have the might of a global network behind us, we have the mindset of an entrepreneur, and we are deeply rooted in this unique, colourful continent we call home.

Our story is one of continuous growth and self-development. More than a decade ago, a group of likeminded visionaries in their respective fields united behind a common goal to form the business that would ultimately become VML South Africa. What was then a maverick agency, punching way above its weight, has continued to grow and evolve, expanding its offering along the way by bringing on more visionary masters of their craft.

The result is a comprehensive range of capabilities, with specialist skills in every area. Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, technology and more. We deliver end-to-end solutions that produce measurable results for our clients. We always have an eye to the future.

At VML South Africa we’re proud to say that we are our clients’ creative heartbeat. We craft bold solutions that accelerate our clients’ growth and captivate consumers.

Our Work

Siqalo Foods
Has Awards

Order from the Country

The world's first live delivery billboard.
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SAT
Has Awards

#XibelaniMoves

This campaign celebrated Africa's celebration of song, dance and spirituality.
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Xibelani Moves
Unilever

Dove's Real Beauty Generation

Dove challenges AI beauty standards. Using a custom microsite, users refine AI-generated images to be more inclusive.
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Hollard

#Changemaker

Hollard Policyholders Can Now Earn Part of Their Insurance Premiums Back
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Hollard Policyholders Can Now Earn Part of Their Insurance Premiums Back with Community Service

Insights

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Insight

The Future 100: 2025

VML reveals our 100 trends set to transform the marketplace in 2025
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Sport
Insight

Live Sport Is How Brands Can Connect With The TikTok Generation

With the acceleration of all things digital/ AI, humans are losing their grip on reality & brands are losing their grip on customers. Sport could be the answer.
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BAV
Insight

SA Ranks 40th On BAV Best Countries Report: Why Brands Should Care

Brand Asset Valuator (BAV) recently dropped the latest edition of its annual Best Countries Report.
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Social Media
Insight

New Rules of Search: How South African Brands Can Adapt in 2025

Online search is undergoing a major transformation, driven by AI advancements, changing user behaviour, and the rise of alternative search platforms.
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News

E Commerce
News

What SA Brands Need to Know About the Future of Commerce

You can delete all those bookmarked trends reports you haven’t got around to reading yet.
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In The Press

VML Tackles Representation with Africa-Focused AI Image Generator

VML South Africa has developed Asili AI, an AI image generator trained to create authentic images of African people
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News

VML Enterprise Solutions EMEA teams up with AWS for an AI Hackathon

The first-ever "Unleash Your Inner Innovator: AI Hackathon" showcased incredible talent and collaborative spirit.
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News

Party Now, PERi Later: Nando’s Has Your Morning Sorted After the Jol

Wake up, chow down on delicious morning-after Nando’s, and thank your clever self for planning ahead.
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Our Leadership