Tropika Celebrates South African Creativity with Dr Esther Mahlangu-Inspired Murals and Branded Taxis In Honour Of New Ginger Beer Flavour
Following the highly anticipated launch of its new limited-edition Ginger Beer-flavoured dairy fruit mix, Tropika has officially taken its celebration of South African heritage to the streets. The iconic beverage brand has transformed neighbourhoods and daily commutes into colourful celebrations of local creativity with the rollout of 15 striking public murals and 115 branded taxis across Gauteng, Limpopo and Mpumalanga.
Inspired by the globally revered, signature geometric aesthetic of Dr Esther Mahlangu, the campaign is designed to champion local creativity, encourage artistic expression, and bring high-impact public art directly into everyday South African spaces.
The campaign has been strategically rolled out across Gauteng, Limpopo and Mpumalanga, regions that share a deep cultural connection with Dr Mahlangu’s heritage. Born in Middelburg, Mpumalanga, Dr Mahlangu has become one of South Africa’s most celebrated artists, with her distinctive visual language recognised around the world. Inspired by her artistic legacy, Tropika’s campaign pays tribute to South African creativity while encouraging artistic expression within local communities.
“South Africa has an incredible creative spirit that deserves to be celebrated in the places where people live, work and travel every day,” says Sveti Kovatcheva, Brand Manager: Dairy Fruit Mix at Clover. ” Our new limited-edition Ginger Beer flavour is a bold, nostalgic nod to authentic South African taste preferences. Partnering with the legacy of Dr Esther Mahlangu allows us to mirror that sensory warmth with visual pride. By taking these masterpieces onto commuter routes and neighbourhood walls, we are making iconic public art accessible to all and turning everyday travel into a celebration of our shared cultural identity.”
While the murals create lasting artistic landmarks within communities, the fleet of 115 branded taxis ensures the campaign continues moving throughout the day, turning one of South Africa’s most recognisable modes of transport into travelling works of art. Together, the two elements create an accessible public gallery that celebrates heritage while introducing consumers to Tropika’s newest limited-edition flavour.
The limited-edition Tropika Ginger Beer Flavoured Dairy Fruit Mix is now available in stores nationwide. With its bold, refreshing taste and smooth dairy fruit blend, it offers the perfect way to enjoy a taste of South African creativity in every sip.
