Schweppes Zimbabwe Limited on Wednesday hosted a vibrant and memorable handover ceremony for the Mazoe Magic Buy and Win Promotion at the Harare Schweppes Beverage Centre.
The event marked the conclusion of a nationwide consumer appreciation campaign celebrating 95 years of the Mazoe brand, bringing together consumers, retailers, company executives and performers for a day of celebration and reflection on Mazoe’s enduring presence in Zimbabwean homes.
In his remarks, Managing Director Stanley Muchenje spoke proudly about Mazoe’s growth and heritage. He highlighted the brand’s expanding international footprint, noting that “we are now exporting it into the United Kingdom, the United States and across the region.”
He described the promotion as a gesture of gratitude, saying the campaign was designed “to thank our consumers for being with us for these ninety five years and the next ninety five.”
Muchenje outlined the scale of the campaign, explaining that “we had our team doing the tracks in all our three hundred and forty one centres. There was deployment of one thousand five hundred boxes across the country and we had up to nine thousand receipts.” He expressed appreciation for all participants, adding: “We value the relationship that we have… over a century of working together.”
He also urged consumers to remain vigilant against counterfeit drinks. “Buy Mazoe in recognised shops to avoid drinking fake products,” he warned, encouraging the public to report any suspicious beverages.
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The ceremony honoured the top winners of the promotion, who received prizes ranging from household appliances to a full solar system. Fourth prize went to Chamunorwa from Mvuma, followed by Rumbidzai Musikavanhu, who won a six-plate gas stove.
Rodric Hove took home the second prize, an upright refrigerator. The grand prize, a complete solar system kit, was awarded to Thembani Ngwenya.
Ngwenya, now the proud owner of the top prize, shared his joy and long-standing connection to the brand. “It has been fifty seven years of drinking Mazoe and I will continue to drink Mazoe. I never thought drinking Mazoe would reward me with such a prestigious gift,” he said, expressing gratitude to the Mazoe team.
Third-prize winner Musikavanhu also reflected on her experience, saying: “It was my first win in my entire life. When I received the call that I won I was shocked and surprised. I really thank and appreciate the Mazoe team for this.”
She added a suggestion for the company — the introduction of a “Mango flavour” to the Mazoe range.
Adding to the festive atmosphere, musician Mbeu and the Mhodzi Tribe delivered energetic performances that brought colour and cultural pride to the celebration.
The event not only rewarded loyal consumers but also reaffirmed Mazoe’s place as one of Zimbabwe’s most cherished household brands.
Through this promotion, Schweppes Zimbabwe Limited celebrated decades of partnership with the public and reinforced its commitment to quality, growth and community engagement for generations to come.
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