PepsiCo South Africa

We're behind some of South Africa's most iconic local and international brands. Our diverse product portfolio includes much-loved favourites enjoyed at every moment of the day. Since PepsiCo first entered South Africa in 1997 with an investment into Simba, our operations have reflected a strong commitment to South Africa’s people, communities and economy. 👉 Swipe for more.

The holiday season can be a tough time for families facing food insecurity. To make a difference, the global PepsiCo family is coming together to give back. Supported by the PepsiCo Foundation, and driven by its Food for Good commitment, a number of meal-packing events have been planned to support our communities in need around the world. In South Africa, we recently joined forces with Rise Against Hunger, an organisation dedicated to fighting food insecurity. With the help of over 120 volunteers from our teams across Gauteng, we packed more than 23,000 meals last week. These efforts will ensure that 108 children receive five meals a week for an entire year. We are #PepsiCoProud of our team’s dedication and the positive impact we can achieve together. #PepsiCoCares #FoodForGood

Today, we celebrate the resilience and contributions of persons with disabilities. At PepsiCo South Africa, we're committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We believe in accessibility for all and are committed to breaking down barriers to ensure everyone can thrive. Meet Bongumesiya Simelane, one of our incredible team members who exemplifies strength and dedication. Her story inspires us all to embrace diversity and support each other in every way possible. Join us in recognising the incredible contributions of people with disabilities and advocating for their full inclusion in every aspect of society. #WorldDayofPersonsWithDisabilities #DEI #ASpaceToBeYou

We're #PepsiCoProud to be featured as part of a collaboration between the American Chamber of Commerce in South Africa and RMB - Rand Merchant Bank, which showcases the positive impact of U.S. companies in Southern Africa. Our CEO, Riaan Heyl, shares more on the progress we're making to improve livelihoods and support thriving local communities. He unpacks the distinctly local flavour of our socio-economic and environmental commitments, highlighting some of the PepsiCo South Africa initiatives to drive food security, entrepreneurship and sustainable farming, among others. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dvHwb7jd

We sat down with Craig Weitz, Vice President of Research and Development for PepsiCo Africa, Middle-East and South Asia (AMESA) to get a glimpse into how his team is driving innovation and transformative change for the business. In this Behind the Smiles 2.0 Rapid Fire episode, Craig describes his role in three emojis ( 🙈 🙉 🙊 ), we learn more about the importance of human-centricity in R&D, and unpack the team's shared passion for the many opportunities to create more smiles. #AmazingAMESA

News just in🗞️#Doritos is the Coolest Snack Brand, according to the 2024 Sunday Times GenNext Awards. While there may have been some salty competition, when it came down to the crunch, the youth of Mzansi named Doritos their favourite - which goes to show that fortune really does favour the bold. 🙌🏽🔻 Since its inception in South Africa, Doritos has consistently been recognised as the coolest snack brand by the Sunday Times GenNext Awards. #UnlockYourBold #PepsiCoProud #GenNextAwards

Our Supplier Development Programme focuses on empowering SMMEs, providing strategic guidance and creating pathways to unlock sustainable market opportunities. By fostering strong, collaborative partnerships with our suppliers, particularly black-owned and women-owned SMMEs, we aim to help these businesses thrive in a challenging marketplace. 📽️ Watch the video below for more detail and some highlights from our recent supplier engagements. #PepsiCoProud #SupplierDevelopment 

In its biggest investment in Gauteng since it acquired Pioneer Foods in 2020, PepsiCo has invested R746 million in expanding its Simba and Lays potato chip production capacity at its Isando snacks factory. https://lnkd.in/dTcQNhTe

To meet the growing appetite for snack foods in Southern Africa, we recently expanded the manufacturing capacity of our Isando snacks plant in Johannesburg. This R746 million investment demonstrates PepsiCo's commitment to South Africa, but also represents a milestone in our long-term innovation and growth strategy to ensure that we are one of the leading food and beverage companies in South Africa. 📽️ Watch the video below for some highlights from the launch event. Read more about the investment here: https://lnkd.in/dBPvBRQM

We’re #PepsiCoProud to share another significant milestone with the launch of our new state-of-the-art potato chip production line, at our Isando plant in Johannesburg. This R746 million investment will help to create an additional 100 jobs and further skills development opportunities to benefit the local economy and surrounding community. By expanding our potato chips production capacity, we’re meeting local consumer demand for our much-loved snacks and creating further supply chain efficiencies by eliminating the need for cross-country shipments of our products. The transport efficiencies created will see us reduce our annual road transport by 2.2 million kilometres and helps to cut-down our Green House Gas emissions even further. #AmazingSouthAfrica