KAMPALA –Jumia Uganda has announced a partnership with Coca-Cola Beverages Africa in Uganda to protvide consumers access to affordable refreshment and hydration Coca-Cola products online during the COVID-19 lockdown and beyond.
The partnership has become even more relevant to Ugandans during the nationwide lockdown and restriction of movements due to COVID-19.
More consumers have relied on Jumia to deliver their home essentials and groceries safely to their homes over the last two months.
Ron Kawamara, Jumia Uganda CEO said, “This is an exciting partnership for us. In times like these, customers need a safe platform where they can access affordable essentials and have them delivered through a safe and contactless process. And this partnership is helping provide consumers with just that.”
As a result of this partnership, consumers will be able to enjoy affordable pricing on Coca-Cola products such as 2-litre soda for as low as UGX 3,500, and their favorite Rwenzori Water and Minute Maid juices. Consumers will stay safe because of the safe and contactless delivery of these products directly to their homes.
“It is a pleasure to finally put pen to paper to this partnership. The Coca-Cola Beverages Africa vision is to Refresh Africa every single day and make it a Better Place for all. We are a customer-centric organization and always put our People first as we create new and innovative ways to provide our quality brands to our consumers,” said Business Development & Commercialization Director Mrs. Flavia Mbabazi Nabaasa.
“In times like these the “new normal” is to be as versatile and adaptable and we believe online shopping and home delivery are the next frontier in providing an enriching, beneficial and safe consumer experience,” she added.
The partnership will also offer customers free delivery In Kampala and Entebbe on selected days for Coca Cola products purchased here on the Jumia platform.
The first free delivery day will kick off this Thursday 21st May.
