Eldoret Polytechnic student wins a year's worth of food shopping

A student in Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County is a happy soul, after winning a years’ worth of shopping courtesy of Coca-Cola.

20-year-old Michael Wesonga, Eldoret National Polytechnic student, becomes the eighth winner of the ongoing ‘Recipe For Magic’ Coca-Cola promotion.

The final year student says the win is a welcome relief for him.

"Life has been difficult as a student. I have to live and survive with the little pocket money given by my parents. The win will enable me to sustain myself as I finish my studies in addition to sending some to my parents," said Wesonga.

"I urge Kenyans to try out this chance for them to experience the joy am feeling today.”

The campaign has so far awarded Kevin Mituga, Millicent Mutegi, Samson Baji, David Musila, Jackson Bundi, Sarah Wangui and Zaccheus Ngereso.

The promotion, which runs for 12 weeks, offers consumers a chance to win over Sh50 million 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.

One needs 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.

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