
We are East Africa’s first specialist media planning and buying agency (incorporated in 2002), now evolved into a full-spectrum brand and marketing consultancy.
Our flagship Brands
Proudly African. Globally Connected.
We are an African-owned and operated consultancy, born and built in East Africa, with a deep understanding of our people, culture, and markets.
As part of the Omnicom Media Group (OMG) network, one of the world’s leading marketing communications groups, we blend this local insight with global intelligence.
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Our compass
- Research
- Strategy

Our collaboration with OMD connects us to the world’s leading performance media network, built on data, technology, and optimization. OMD’s “We create what’s next” ethos aligns perfectly with our mission to translate complex data into clear, actionable strategies, driving measurable growth for African brands in a globalized market.
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Our telescope
- Media planning
- Media buying

Through PHD, we are part of a global network celebrated for its innovation and strategic excellence. PHD’s philosophy, “Intelligence Connected” fuels our drive to merge intelligent media thinking with creativity, crafting strategies that are both globally inspired and locally resonant across African audiences.
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Our palette
- Design
- Storytelling

Our creative arm transforms insight into impact, producing contemporary, culturally resonant content that brings strategies to life across every channel. Agile, digital-first, and audience-led, it ensures that the work we do doesn’t just look good, but works hard.
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Our toolkit
- Data
- Insights

Our intelligence hub. This unit combines advanced research, analytics, and technology to give businesses a sharper understanding of their audiences, markets, and opportunities. From consumer insight and cultural trend-mapping to martech solutions and performance tracking, it powers smarter decisions across every aspect of brand and marketing.
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Our think tank
- Advisory
- Business consulting

At the highest level of our consultancy, we offer a boardroom practice led by industry veterans with over 20 years of experience as both media pioneers and business leaders. This unit delivers independent, strategic counsel to executives and boards seeking clarity, confidence, and competitive advantage in brand, marketing, and media investments.
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Our classroom
- Digital courses
- Marketing futures

SMG Academy, our training unit is designed to sharpen skills, elevate thinking, and future-proof businesses. Built on our heritage in media & marketing science and brand strategy, we empower both our teams and our clients with the knowledge to lead in an ever-evolving marketing & business landscape.
Faces behindthe Craft
The partner that delivers
The Science of MARKETING
Strategy
The Art of CONTENT
Connection
The Power of TECHNOLOGY





























