Coca-Cola Senior Manager Frontline Marketing in Zambia and Namibia Faith Nehanda has expressed excitement over the successful return of the Coca-Cola Food Fest, describing it as the biggest and most vibrant edition.
In an interview with Lusaka Star during the Coca-Cola Foodfest at the Lusaka’s Show Ground, Ms. Nehanda said the company has seen and provided platform for creativity that harmonizes local flavors.
“We are very excited, as Coca-Cola Company, we’ve seen consumers coming through and this speaks to our promise.We’re not just offering delicious food but a platform for creativity that harmonizes local flavors,” she emphasised.
She stressed the energetic atmosphere surrounding the event, attributing the brand’s appeal to what she termed as the three key ingredients of real magic.
“There’s so much energy around and we believe that real magic comes from three key ingredients the perfect moment, the perfect meal and an ice cold Coca-Cola,” Ms. Nehanda added.
“In terms of our experience in Zambia, especially when combined with data and consumer insights, I’d say Zambia is a special market. It has great potential and wonderful people.”
She noted that Coca-Cola Food Fest has grown significantly, compared to the past years.
“It is definitely bigger and better than what we’ve done in past years. This is the third year we’re running the Coca-Cola Food Fest in Zambia, and this year we’ve introduced a number of new activities for the Zambian consumer,” Ms Nehanda explained.
She cited creative corner, expanded entertainment options and games as some of the things that have been introduced.
“We’ve added a creative corner where people can paint with Trip Drop,we’ve also included games for the younger generation and there’s a long lineup of musicians performing this time around such as Chanda Na Kay,Xaven and others,” she said.
Ms. Nehanda revealed that the event turnout has exceeded expectations, with thousands flocking to the venue.
“This one is the pinnacle of all those smaller events. And we’ll keep doing more throughout the year, bringing even bigger and better experiences as we head into 2026,” she said.
And one of the event vendors, Ade hamutiki appealed to Coca-Cola to hold the Foodfest atleast three days a month as it helps them make more cash