Responsible Advertising

Ngozi Okpara ()
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Ngozi Okpara: School of Media and Communication, Pan-Atlantic University

Chapter 6 in Sustainable and Responsible Business in Africa, 2024, pp 103-123 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract There is a growing concern about the impact of advertising on African societies. Though advertising has the potential to bring economic growth and development to the region, it can also have negative consequences if not conducted responsibly. This includes promoting unhealthy or harmful products, exploiting cultural values, and perpetuating negative stereotypes. An integral concern about responsible advertising in African businesses is the need to consider the cultural and social context of the region by being mindful of the values and beliefs of different communities and avoiding using offensive or inappropriate content. This is to make sure that advertising does not exploit or mislead consumers. Using various theories, this chapter discusses concepts of advertising, types of advertising, functions of advertising, ethical issues in advertising, and various ways businesses can avoid irresponsible and unethical advertising and focus on using responsible advertising to sell their products and services and promote their brands. The chapter recommends that all advertisements fulfil all ethical obligations to gain approval from regulatory bodies before dissemination. By working to promote responsible practices, the advertising industry can play a positive and constructive role in shaping future businesses in Africa.

Date: 2024
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DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-35972-9_6

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