Every great journey begins with a bold idea.
In 1996, Alive Advertising launched South Africa’s first digital billboard on the Smit Street off-ramp in Braamfontein, Johannesburg. It was a pioneering move that challenged convention and redefined what outdoor advertising could be.
For nearly 30 years, that same spirit of innovation has driven our growth into one of South Africa’s leading outdoor media companies. Today, our national network of more than 80 strategically positioned sites helps brands connect with millions of consumers through premium locations, advanced technology, and data-driven campaign solutions.
As audiences, cities, and technology continue to evolve, we remain focused on creating impactful advertising experiences that capture attention, drive engagement, and deliver results.
Three decades later, our vision remains the same: connecting brands with people in meaningful ways
Lets start your next digital campaign
Tell us your goals and we’ll create a data-driven digital billboard campaign tailored to your audience, budget and locations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Digital campaigns can go live once artwork is approved. For urgent campaigns, we can accommodate faster turnaround times.
Your advert is displayed in a rotating loop alongside other advertisers. The exact frequency depends on the screen and campaign package selected.
Audience numbers vary by location. We provide audited impressions based on traffic, audience measurement data, and screen performance.
Yes. One of the key advantages of digital billboards is the ability to update creative quickly and easily throughout your campaign.
Absolutely. We can create multi-screen campaigns across cities, regions, or our entire network to maximise your reach.
Our team will recommend locations based on your campaign objectives, audience profile, budget, and geographic requirements.
Yes. We provide campaign reports that include delivery data, audience estimates, and key performance metrics where available.
Yes. Digital billboards allow daypart scheduling, enabling your advert to appear during specific times or days that suit your audience.
Yes. You can select individual screens, cities, provinces, or custom geographic areas based on your campaign needs.
Most digital billboard adverts are displayed for between 8 and 15 seconds per rotation, depending on the screen and campaign setup.
Keep your message simple, clear, and easy to read. Strong visuals, concise copy, and a clear call to action typically deliver the best results.
Audience data is provided by OMC and Seedooh, measured using industry-recognised methodologies that combine traffic counts, mobility data, demographics, and audience modelling.
Yes. By selecting the right locations, environments, and scheduling options, we can help you reach audiences that align with your campaign objectives.
Success can be measured through audience reach, brand awareness, website traffic, store visits, sales performance, and other campaign-specific goals.
No, digital billboard campaigns typically do not require printing or production costs.
Yes. We recommend booking early to secure high-demand locations and dates, particularly during peak advertising periods.
We understand plans can change. Cancellation and postponement options depend on the booking terms, and our team will work with you to find the best solution.
Yes. We offer customised pricing and value-added opportunities for larger campaigns, extended bookings, and multi-screen packages
Our network is monitored continuously. If a technical issue occurs, our team works to resolve it quickly and will ensure any lost airtime is addressed where needed.
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Our Clients
My relationship with alive started 18 years ago, when I started in the industry, and I’ve been working with them ever since. My favourite thing about them is that they were the first mover in terms of digital out of home. They were the first people to do that, while everyone else was talking about how it’s the next big thing, they were already on it
The relationship with alive advertising started almost about 20 years ago. My favourite thing about alive is how accommodating they are. I can send a message at maybe 10 pm “Shenaz, the Glen board is off”. “Don’t worry it will be on now now.” Everything will be done, and everything will be done properly. Theres no hassles, they are very informal, very accommodating, and always perfectly done. Always done to 100% satisfaction. All the adverts are very very well done. I just send them a few pictures and they make it come alive. Literally.
This form of advertising has proven far more effective than pamphlets that often get overlooked or thrown away…Thank you for your dedication, professionalism and personal touch
My relationship with alive advertising goes way back. I actually started working with them in 2004, working on the incredible connection account. And I remember my client at the time was opening a store in Rustenburg, and we were looking everywhere for billboards, And I had never heard of this company called alive advertising before. And of all places they had a board in Rustenburg, and that’s when I met the team. Just the flexibility, workability and ability to cooperate, from the team at alive advertising, from the owners of alive advertising, was phenomenal, and that’s when I knew we were going to work well together over the years to come.
Our Technology and
Data Partners
Our digital billboard network is independently audited and verified to ensure complete transparency, accountability, and campaign accuracy.
- Creative idea and design
- Data collection and analysis
- Discover and Explore requirement
Ready to Bring Your Brand to Life?
Our specialists will help you plan, target, and execute a digital outdoor campaign tailored to your goals and budget.
