About Us
Great Dyke Consulting (Pty) Ltd is a Johannesburg-based strategic communication consultancy serving clients in both South Africa and Zimbabwe. With deep expertise in journalism, corporate messaging, and strategic communication, we help organisations navigate complex issues, build reputations, and engage stakeholders with credibility and impact. Our firm is named after the iconic geological formation that runs through Zimbabwe - a symbol of resilience, depth, and regional integration.
To become Southern Africa's most trusted communication consultancy for organisations operating in high-stakes, high-impact environments.
To deliver communication solutions that are informed, intentional, and influential - backed by journalistic integrity, strategic insight, and measurable results.
Our Core Values
Our principles guide every decision we make and every story we tell. They are the foundation of our commitment to excellence.
Integrity
Upholding journalistic ethics and transparency in all we do, ensuring every message is credible and trustworthy.
Strategy
Delivering communication solutions that are intentional and insightful, tailored to navigate complex environments.
Impact
Focusing on measurable results that drive meaningful change, build reputations, and achieve our clients' goals.
Collaboration
Partnering closely with our clients, combining our expertise with their vision to achieve shared success.
Our Core Services
We offer a comprehensive suite of services to help organisations navigate complex issues and achieve their communication goals.
Message development & positioning, stakeholder engagement strategies, public affairs and advocacy communication.
Press release drafting and distribution, media liaison and journalist relationship-building, opinion piece and feature article writing.
Issues and crisis communication planning, real-time response strategies, message control and risk mitigation, evidence-based monitoring and evaluation.
Executive coaching for media interviews, speechwriting and thought leadership, personal brand strategy, public speaking preparation.
Search engine optimised (SEO) writing, website and blog content strategy, social media campaigns and engagement, online reputation management.
Change communication strategies, employee engagement campaigns, intranet and internal newsletter content.
Spokesperson training, crisis simulation workshops, newsroom-style content coaching.
Annual reports, sustainability reports, and policy briefs, white papers, investment dossiers, and strategic documents, high-level editing and content refinement.
Our Niche
We specialise in technical, policy, and economic communication, with strong roots in sectors such as mining, infrastructure, energy, construction, resources, finance, and public policy. We translate complex material into content that moves audiences, whether the goal is investment, regulatory approval, public support, or media traction.
Who We Work With
We partner with a diverse range of organizations, from multinational corporations to nimble start-ups, helping them navigate complex communication challenges.
Mining and energy companies
Engineering, construction, and infrastructure firms
Financial services providers and DFIs
Government agencies and municipalities
NGOs, industry bodies, and multilateral institutions
Universities, research entities, and think tanks
Start-ups, SMMEs, and scale-ups
What Sets Us Apart
Our unique perspective and dedicated approach set us apart. We are more than consultants; we are your strategic partners in communication.
30+ Years of Journalism Experience
Our senior partners have worked in leading newsrooms in South Africa and Zimbabwe, covering business, infrastructure, mining, the economy and government.
Cross-Border Expertise
We understand the policy and media ecosystems in both countries, allowing us to shape strategies that resonate across borders.
Educational Credentials
Our consultants hold postgraduate qualifications in journalism, communication, reputation management, and business—ensuring rigor and relevance.
Media Insider Perspective
We bring the mindset of editors and the storytelling instincts of reporters to every client engagement.
High-Stakes Specialisation
We thrive in complex communication environments—be it during IPOs, regulatory battles, infrastructure roll-outs, or crises.
Tailored to All Sizes
Whether you are a start-up, SOE, or multinational, we customise solutions to match your scale and ambition.
Blog
Explore our latest articles and expert analysis on communication, strategy, and industry trends.
In today's crowded landscape, a powerful message is your sharpest tool. Discover how to develop communication strategies that not only reach your audience but also move them to action.
A crisis can strike at any moment. Learn the essential steps for robust crisis communication planning to protect your brand's integrity and maintain stakeholder trust.
Your online presence is more than just a website. Explore how a cohesive digital and SEO strategy can amplify your voice, attract the right audience, and drive measurable results.
Get in Touch
Have a question or want to work together? Drop us a line. We are here to help you find your voice and amplify your impact.