Ogilvy Africa Network has been named one of the victors in the 2025 Africa Company of the Year Awards (ACOYA), securing a coveted spot in the Marketing and Advertising Agencies (Large) category.

The accolade, announced during a gala dinner in Dar es Salaam on Thursday, highlights the network’s influential role in advancing brands and delivering marketing solutions that resonate across the continent.

According to ACOYA organisers, the annual awards are designed to spotlight enterprises that are redefining Africa’s business landscape through innovation, impact, and visionary leadership.

Ogilvy Africa Network was commended for what the organisers described as its “exceptional contribution to building brands and delivering transformative marketing and communications solutions.”

With its reach spanning key African markets, the network was praised for its consistent fusion of creativity, technology, and local insight to achieve tangible results for both clients and communities.

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Vikas Mehta, Regional CEO of Ogilvy Africa Network, expressed appreciation for the honour, remarking, “We are deeply honoured to be recognised by the ACOYA Awards."

"This recognition is a reflection of the relentless passion, creativity, and commitment of our teams across the continent. I want to sincerely thank every member of the Ogilvy Africa Network and the incredible clients who trust us to bring bold ideas to life every day," Mehta added.

The ACOYA Awards, increasingly regarded as a leading platform for celebrating excellence in African enterprise, evaluate organisations on the robustness of their business processes and the long-term sustainability of their results.

The initiative not only acknowledges achievements but also encourages dialogue on best practices and resilient business models tailored to Africa’s unique context.

This milestone, the network said, reaffirms its belief that creativity applied with purpose can serve as a formidable driver of business growth and societal advancement.

The award further reflects Ogilvy Africa Network’s ambition to blend global standards with deep-rooted local understanding, producing work that not only performs but also endures in the hearts and minds of its audiences.

In securing this recognition, Ogilvy Africa Network has strengthened its standing as a key player in Africa’s marketing sector, underlining the growing significance of African innovation on the world stage.