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East Africa advertising industry

David Galukande — advertising pioneer, co-founder of QG Saatchi & Saatchi — photographed in various professional and creative settings, reflecting on his career journey, industry awards, leadership in brand storytelling, embrace of MarTech innovation, and commitment to cultural authenticity, adaptability, and client-focused creativity in Uganda’s advertising industry.
The key is in your hands — David Galukande embodies the belief that with vision and courage, Ugandan creativity can open doors to the world.

David Galukande: The ‘G’ in QG Saatchi & Saatchi, Who In Many Ways Rewrote Uganda’s Advertising Story

Guided by a belief that world-class work could be conceived and executed in Uganda, Galukande helped set a new standard — one rooted in strategic thinking, cultural authenticity, and relentless hustle. In
August 31, 2025
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Patricia Ithau exits WPP-Scangroup after a turbulent three-year tenure marked by falling revenues, client defections, and rising competition. This feature unpacks her leadership journey, the dramatic Airtel Africa account loss, and what lies ahead under caretaker leaders Miriam Kaggwa and Vikas Mehta.
Changing of the Guard — (L–R) Outgoing CEO Patricia Ithau, Regional CEO Ogilvy Africa Vikas Mehta, and Interim COO Miriam Kaggwa. As Ithau exits, Mehta and Kaggwa step in as caretaker leaders, tasked with steering WPP-Scangroup through a delicate transition phase.

Itha Wrap: Was Airtel Africa’s Account Loss the Last Straw That Ended Patricia Ithau’s Troubled Reign at WPP Scangroup?

When Patricia Ithau took over as CEO of WPP Scangroup in March 2022, she was hailed as a seasoned executive with a decorated past at East African Breweries, Unilever, and L’Oréal. Her
July 15, 2025

 

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