Coca-Cola rewards first winner with a year's worth of food shopping

Coca-Cola company in Kenya has awarded the first winner with a year's worth of food shopping in Nairobi.

Kevin Mituga, a resident of Saika in Nairobi was announced as the winner in the ongoing consumer promotion, by the beverage company.

The promotion, which was launched last month is on for 12 weeks. 

Speaking at the award ceremony, Kevin Mituga said he was declared first winner after taking part in the promotion severally.

“It’s a once in a lifetime chance to be able to win a shopping voucher for me and my family. I participated at least seven times but was not lucky," he said.

He added, "I emerged victorious on the eighth chance. I urge Kenyans to continue participating in the promotion for a chance to win big.”

The campaign offers consumers a chance to win over 50 million Kenya Shillings worth of prizes, including cash (mobile money), airtime and shopping vouchers.

To participate, consumers need to buy a 1L, 1.25L or 2L bottle of Coca-Cola, Fanta, or Sprite and check under the green cap for a code.

They will then need to send an SMS with the unique code found under the green cap to 40111 for a chance to win instant prizes, and be entered into a draw for more prizes.

The SMS to 40111 is free. In addition to the grand prize of a year's worth of food shopping, other prizes include instant cash, airtime and shopping vouchers, enabling consumers to share meal moments with their loved ones.

According to the company, the promotion seeks to inspire Kenyans to continue enjoying meal moments together with a Coca-Cola.

Grand prize winners are only contacted through a dedicated customer care number to be advised on their winnings.