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Sales representatives up their skills with training from Coca-Cola Beverages Africa

Over 400 Distributor Sales Representatives, including drivers, who form part of the Coca-Cola distribution network, are upgrading their sales and customer service skills through a training programme provided by Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) in Ethiopia.

Coca-Cola system invests USD1.65 million in support of water security

Watersheds critical to water security in Nairobi and surrounding communities are set for restoration thanks to an investment in Kenya of USD1.65 million by the Coca-Cola system.

University graduates in Ethiopia sharpen skills with support from Coca-Cola Beverages Africa

A group of 116 graduate students from Ambo University has enhanced their entrepreneurial skills through a training programme called Project Elevate, supported by Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) in Ethiopia.

Coca-Cola Launches Nationwide Promotion Offering Namibians a Chance to Win Up to N$10,000

From 1 September to 30 November, Namibians will have the chance to win their share of N$1 million in cash prizes through the Under the Crown (UTC) promotion, run by Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) in Namibia. Each week, one lucky winner will walk away with N$10,000.

Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda celebrated with four prestigious awards at the Brand Africa 100 Uganda Awards

Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda (CCBU) proudly emerged as a multiple award winner at the Brand Africa 100 Uganda Awards, securing four accolades that recognise excellence, consumer admiration, and impactful contributions to society.

Coca-Cola Kwanza hosts Minister of Industry and Trade

Coca-Cola Kwanza Ltd proudly hosted the Minister of Industry and Trade, Dr Seleman Said Jafo (MP) at its Dar es Salaam facility. The visit provided a valuable opportunity to showcase the company’s commitment to doing business the right way - guided by integrity, shared value creation, and a deep respect for the communities it serves.

Coca-Cola Launches Nationwide Promotion Giving Kenyans a Chance to Win KES 1,000,000 Every Week

From 15 August to 15 November, Kenyans can take part in the Funua Flava Under the Crown promotion for a chance to win daily and weekly cash prizes, including a grand weekly prize of KES 1,000,000. The nationwide promotion, run by Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) in Kenya, will reward consumers with cash, airtime, and data bundles.

Local executive with a passion for high-performing teams takes the reins at Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda

Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda (CCBU) has appointed Emmy Hashakimana as its new General Manager following a distinguished term as the Commercial Director at Uganda Breweries.

Coca-Cola Beverages Africa celebrates nine years of growth and shared opportunity

Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) marks nine years since the transformative merger that established it as the continent’s largest Coca-Cola bottling partner.

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.
Matthew Welz

General Counsel and Company Secretary, 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.

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Zambia

Coca-Cola Beverages Zambia (CCBZ) became a subsidiary of CCBA in 2018.
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Uganda

CCBA’s Ugandan subsidiary, Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda Limited (CCBU), has a 24-year track record in Uganda.
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Tanzania

Coca-Cola Kwanza is a subsidiary of CCBA covering 54% of Tanzania’s geography and employing over 700 people.
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Namibia

Coca-Cola Namibia Bottling Company (CCNBC), CCBA’s subsidiary in Namibia, has a 65-year track record providing Coca-Cola brands tailored for consumer preferences, like the iconic Kashupi.
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Mozambique

With more than 25 years serving the country, Coca-Cola Sabco Mozambique (CCSM) is a subsidiary of CCBA.
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Mayotte

The islands represent CCBA’s presence in Comoros and Mayotte.

Malawi

In 2022, CCBA acquired the soft drinks division of the Castel (Southern Bottlers Limited) in Malawi through a new entity called Coca-Cola Beverages Limited (CCBL).
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Kenya

In one of East Africa’s largest-ever private equity investments, CCBA acquired 100% shareholding in Nairobi Bottlers Limited (NBL) in October 2019.
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Ethiopia

East Africa Bottling Share Company (EABSC), a subsidiary of CCBA, is the largest bottler of Coca-Cola products in Ethiopia, having served the country for more than 60 years.
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Eswatini

In August 2019, CCBA subsidiary, Eswatini Coca-Cola Beverages, commenced operations with a refreshed marketing and sales plan, based on Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa’s success.
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Comoros

The islands represent CCBA’s presence in Comoros and Mayotte.
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South Africa

CCBA’s proudly South African subsidiary, Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA), has 13 manufacturing plants across 6 provinces.
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Botswana

Based in the capital, Gaborone, CCBA’s Botswana subsidiary, which trades as Coca-Cola Beverages Botswana (CCBB), offers improved service and accelerated innovation for both the formal and informal markets.