17:34 - 1.04.2026

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April 1, Fineko/abc.az. Coca-Cola will invest 17.6 billion rands ($1 bn) until 2030 to expand production and distribution in South Africa, together with local bottling partners.

ABC.AZ Informs that the investments are related to reorganization of the African business and the deal to purchase 75% of Coca-Cola Beverages Africa, estimated at $2.6 bn.

South Africa remains the company's key market: the system provides nearly 7,800 direct and more than 79,000 indirect jobs.