Grey Advertising Africa and Burger King unveil radio campaign ‘Small Pleasures’

Grey Advertising Africa and Burger King have introduced their newest Radio Campaign, Small Pleasures. South Africans are going through the most right now. Paying for electricity that's only on when one is asleep or at work. The country’s economy is going through mid-month blues, mampara week, every week, the entire month.

TJ Njozela, creative director, Grey Advertising Africa: “The King Value Meals at Burger King are meals big on value; they are small pleasures that can be enjoyed no matter what. That’s where the concept for this campaign came from. We took everyday scenarios that are relatable for many South Africans and told stories about how there is a small pleasure that can be enjoyed even in those moments. Whether it’s not having to sit in the front middle seat in the taxi, where you would then have to remember Calculus and Bodmas (Brackets, Orders, Division, Multiplication, Addition, Subtraction) to count the fare, or simply getting a call from a private number to find out that the anticipated telesales call is your grandma who mistakenly blocked her caller ID as they usually do. The campaign shows that all small pleasures are meant to be enjoyed, and the King Value Meals that start at a small R39.90 are the small pleasure you need.”

Sometimes it’s relishing in tiny indignation and getting that last word in. On one of the radio spots, uSista Gal, has just completed her morning school run. She gets the middle finger from one of the bosses of the road, a taxi driver, as he passes her on the emergency lane. As karma would have it, the taxi gets pulled over by the traffic police, and she can’t help but call him a moemish – a small pleasure.

In the simultaneous ages of 'indoda must' and cash-strapped consumers, one can only imagine a guy's joy when his hun says all she wants for date night is to stay home and watch movies—a small pleasure.

Julia Ridderhof, strategist, Grey Advertising Africa: “We read a stat that revealed that 72% of South Africans said they are extremely concerned about their financial situation, all while prices are soaring and the average take-home pay has decreased by 4%*. Add ongoing load shedding to this; it’s no secret that South Africans are battling financially. As a brand that prides itself on offering customers exceptional value, Burger King couldn’t ignore this. This was our starting point; how can Burger King help lighten the heavy load that South Africans are carrying right now?”

The campaign is about the small pleasures people experience daily, and at the top of the small pleasures list is value for money, which is what Burger King and King Value Meals offer.

Ezelna Jones, marketing executive, Burger King South Africa: “Our 'Small Pleasures' campaign celebrates the simple joys in life and acknowledges the current economic situation in South Africa. We aim to provide comfort and enjoyment to its customers through Burger King's King Value Meals, which offer affordable and satisfying options. Our team understands the financial concerns and pressures that many South Africans face, and we are committed to providing exceptional value and support during these challenging times.”