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Coca-Cola has revealed a sweeping overhaul of its operational leadership, including the creation of a new chief digital officer role.

The Coca-Cola Company’s executive vice president and chief operating officer, Henrique Braun, will succeed current CEO James Quincey as chief executive officer from 31 March 2026.

The Coca-Cola Company and Gutsche Family Investments have announced the sale of a 75% controlling interest in Coca-Cola Beverages Africa to Coca-Cola HBC.

Levchin brings a wealth of experience in tech and entrepreneurship, having co-founded Confinity, which later evolved into PayPal.

Diet Coke has relaunched two previous favourite products in the UK and US markets, as the ongoing nostalgia trend continues to drive innovation across the food and beverage industry.

According to a report by Business Day, which cited Food and Allied Workers Union spokesperson Dominique Swartz, the company has initiated consultations with employees regarding retrenchments.

The Coca-Cola Company has partnered with Sazerac, marking a significant shift in its approach to the rapidly growing alcoholic ready-to-drink segment.

The Coca-Cola Company is reportedly exploring the sale of Costa Coffee, the British coffee chain it acquired in 2018 for over $5 billion.

The Coca-Cola Company has announced the appointment of Luis Felipe Avellar as president of its Africa operating unit, effective September 1 2025.