Twala says, "I am excited about joining the world's leading ad agency global network, known for its iconic advertising campaigns. The opportunity for a kasi boy turned CCO to make this a reality in South Africa for McCANN1886 is very humbling and exciting at the same time."

Twala has experience on many of South Africa's biggest blue-chip brands. His role will see him strive to bolster the agency's integrated offering. 

"With strategy steeped in truth and creative that dares to make a difference and innovate in a uniquely South African way, I look forward to being a part of shaping a creative agency fit for the new normal we live in, and beyond. Makube njalo," adds Twala.

Derek Coles, MD of McCANN1886, says, "We feel that Twala is the ideal fit for our spirit of Truth and Dare, helping bolster our dedication to creating brave work that effectively resonates. We look forward to a bold step towards a golden, optimistic future together."

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