JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA // Nkgabiseng Motau is a distinguished Chief Creative Officer and co-founder of Think Creative Africa, a leading through-the-line creative agency that blends authentic African creativity with data-driven insights to solve business challenges and impact society. With over a decade of experience in the communications industry, she has worked on both local and global campaigns for some of the world’s most beloved brands at the helm of Africa’s top multinational agencies.

Nkgabiseng’s impressive portfolio includes a gold Pendoring Award for the branding design of the Nelson Mandela Children’s Hospital in Johannesburg and a Gold Loerie Award in the Effective Creativity category for Coca-Cola. Notably, one of her campaigns for Coca-Cola became one of the few to be adopted in over 95 countries worldwide.

Under her leadership, Think Creative Africa has delivered award-winning campaigns for blue-chip clients such as Vodacom, Metropolitan, and DStv. Nkgabiseng is an active member of the Creative Circle SA EXCO Board and the ABInBev Braintrust. Her expertise is recognised globally, having served as a juror for prestigious awards including ADC, The One Show, Ad Stars, Dubai Lynx, and Cannes Lions. Recently, she has chaired the jury for the regional ANDYs show in Africa, The Pendoring Awards, D&AD Young Bloods and The Dubai Lynx Festival.

In addition to her professional achievements, Nkgabiseng is a sought-after speaker with experience on both local and international stages, sharing her insights and experiences in the creative industry.