South Africa: Digital Signage’s Gateway to Africa July 6, 2026 by Florian Rotberg Johannesburg | Africa is becoming one of the most important growth markets for digital signage – young, fast-growing and increasingly attractive for international brands. But across many markets, unreliable power supply turns installation, operation and service into a discipline that requires local expertise.
KFC: Drive-Thru Meets Wow July 7, 2026July 4, 2026 by Florian Rotberg Johannesburg | KFC is testing a new flagship concept near Johannesburg airport that combines large-format outdoor LED, table service, and transparent OLED self-order kiosks. The result is one of the most unusual QSR digital signage concepts in Africa – innovative inside, highly visible outside, and with clear rollout potential.
Telco: MTN Turns Retail into Experience July 2, 2026 by Florian Rotberg MTN South Africa’s Digital Experience Centre in Johannesburg shows how telco retail is moving beyond smartphone sales into connected homes, gaming, business services and hands-on brand experiences. For digital signage, the store is a good example of how screens can support the customer journey without overpowering the products.
Retail in Africa: Between Informality and Digital Transformation July 1, 2026 by Florian Rotberg Johannesburg | Africa’s retail story is often told as one of rapid modernisation – but the reality is far more fragmented, with informal trade still dominating most markets and shaping how consumers buy every day. While South Africa stands out as the continent’s only truly formalised retail ecosystem and a natural hub for digital signage, …
DSS Mediatech Africa: Pragmatism Shapes South Africa’s DS Market July 2, 2026July 1, 2026 by Florian Rotberg Johannesburg | At Mediatech Africa, invidis’ first digital signage programme in Africa delivered a clear message: South Africa’s DS market is defined by pragmatism, resilience, and structural constraints. Integrators highlighted how power challenges, Capex-driven models, and content limitations continue to shape a stable yet still maturing market.
Mediatech Africa: Packed Halls, Strong Comeback July 1, 2026July 1, 2026 by Florian Rotberg Johannesburg | After a seven-year break, Mediatech Africa returns to Johannesburg’s Kyalami circuit with a fully booked show floor and more than 500 brands. Packed halls, strong distributor presence and rising global interest underline Africa’s growing importance as a ProAV market.
Checkers: Retail Media Proof Point in Joburg June 29, 2026 by Florian Rotberg Johannesburg | A premium Checkers Liquor store at Fourways Mall showcases how digital signage can fully leverage a compact, high-frequency retail environment. From digital endcaps to cold-room integrations, the store highlights the strong potential of in-store retail media within South Africa’s tightly regulated liquor market.
South Africa: Battery-Powered DooH Keeps Traffic Lights Running July 7, 2026June 29, 2026 by Florian Rotberg Johannesburg | Power outages remain a persistent challenge in South Africa, often causing traffic lights to fail and intersections to gridlock. In response, Primedia Outdoor has partnered with the Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA) to help keep traffic flowing during load shedding.
Africa: Digital Signage Ready for Takeoff June 17, 2026June 17, 2026 by Florian Rotberg After a six-year break, Mediatech Africa returns to Johannesburg with strong momentum – highlighting Africa’s emergence as one of digital signage’s most promising growth markets. With DSS Africa launching alongside the show, the continent is stepping into the global spotlight as both opportunity and challenge converge.
People: Navori Strengthens IMEA & APAC Leadership April 21, 2026 by invidis Editorial Team Navori Labs promotes long-time leader Issa Makhamreh to VP Sales IMEA & APAC. The CMS software company sees these emerging markets as key growth areas and is committed to expanding through its partner-first digital signage strategy.
