South Africa, July 14 -- The first ranking of its kind, recognising the marketing leaders behind Africa's most powerful and admired brands, the list was announced in March.

It is produced by Brand Africa with African Business magazine, MIPAD and the African Media Agency, the Africa CMO 100 honours 100 of the continent and diaspora's most influential marketing leaders, spanning 21countries, six African regions and the diaspora.

SA leads the list

South Africa leads the list with 31 honourees, more than any other country. Southern Africa accounts for 39 honourees in total, with Johannesburg described in Brand Africa's research as the marketing capital of the continent.

The South African CMOs on the list are:

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