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Digital technology can free human talent to do more creative tasks

By Elmar Els - Enterprise & Integration Architect at Coca-Cola Beverages Africa.

Fountain dispensers bring affordable Coca-Cola products to KFC patrons

Zambians can now enjoy their favourite Coca-Cola products in a more affordable and flexible way, thanks to the launch of fountain dispensers by Coca-Cola Beverages Zambia (CCBZ) at KFC’s East Park and Twin Palms branches.

Coca-Cola Beverages Africa invests R365m in new high-speed line in South Africa

Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) has invested R365m in a new state-of-the-art bottling line capable of producing 72,000 bottles per hour at its plant in Midrand, South Africa.

Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa Expands Rollout of 2L Returnable Bottles in KwaZulu-Natal and Soweto

Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA) has commenced the rollout of its innovative 2L returnable bottle in parts of KwaZulu-Natal and Soweto. This is part of the company’s ongoing drive to offer consumers affordable beverages in more sustainable packaging.

Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda supports people with disabilities to grow their businesses

University students across Uganda have been equipped with financial literacy and entrepreneurial skills through a programme called Campus Version 2025, supported by Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda (CCBU) and Family Uplift.

University Students Empowered with Financial Literacy and Entrepreneurial Skills through Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda Initiative

University students across Uganda have been equipped with financial literacy and entrepreneurial skills through a programme called Campus Version 2025, supported by Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda (CCBU) and Family Uplift.

Coca-Cola Beverages Zambia keeps athletes hydrated at LuWSI Run

On Saturday, 19 July, Lusaka came alive as runners and walkers gathered for the LuWSI (Lusaka Water Security Initiative) Run, where Coca-Cola Beverages Zambia (CCBZ) played a key role in keeping participants hydrated throughout the morning.

Driving growth through a purpose-driven culture

By Catherine Gita - People and Culture Director at CCBU, a company in the Coca-Cola Beverages Africa group.

Coca-Cola Beverages Africa helps bring safe water to communities

Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) in Mozambique has invested nearly MZN 8 million in two infrastructure projects that are providing access to safe water for communities near its bottling plants in Nampula and Matola-Gare.

Training in Ethiopia empowers 76 people with disabilities

A group of 76 people with disabilities has been empowered through specialised training in utilising recycled plastic to make shopping bags and baskets, equipping them with valuable skills to generate income and foster self-reliance.

Government policy that energises private sector growth

By Kirunda Magoola – Public Affairs, Communications and Sustainability Director at CCBU, a company in the Coca-Cola Beverages Africa group.

Packaging collectors get support from Coca-Cola Beverages Africa in Mozambique

A group of 50 women packaging collectors successfully completed a 16-week training programme focused on health and safety, waste management as well as technical, micro-business and leadership skills with the support of Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) in Mozambique. The graduates recently received their certificates for the training programme at a closing ceremony.
Matthew Welz

General Counsel, CCBA

Matthew joined us from the Clicks Group, a JSE Top-40 company, where he has been the Head of Legal and Company Secretary since 2016. In this role Matthew successfully navigated a highly regulated environment, including overseeing compliance with company laws and the JSE Listings Requirements. As company secretary, he managed governance at Board level as well as being the Chairman’s chief of staff. Prior to this, Matthew was a Legal Manager with Anglo American, a major multinational diversified mining group, which includes three companies listed on the JSE, with extensive operations across Southern Africa.