South Africa, Oct. 15 -- Debuting this year within The One Show 2026, The One Show Indies is open exclusively to agencies with truly independent ownership: a minimum 51% owned by founders or staff, and no more than four physical offices.

The goal is to make the global spotlight of a prestigious One Show Pencil win even more accessible to a larger playing field of independent agencies, studios, freelancers, creators, and other creative companies.

"Independent agencies and creators are some of today's most dynamic drivers of creative excellence," said Kevin Swanepoel, CEO, The One Club.

"We want to rally them by offering a more accessible way into The One Show, and a dedicated space for them to compete and be celebrated on the world stag...