Nestlé Nigeria, Seven-Up, and Rite Foods have teamed up to sponsor SISA 2025, promoting corporate citizenship and social impact across Africa.
The partnership marks a significant moment in Nigeria’s corporate landscape, as three leading competitors set aside rivalry to champion a shared cause.
Social Impact and Sustainability Awards,SISA, widely recognized as Africa’s premier platform for honoring corporate citizenship and social innovation, will benefit from the combined support of these beverage heavyweights.
Their joint backing underscores a growing commitment within the private sector to drive sustainable development and celebrate organizations making meaningful contributions to society.
Three leading competitors have set aside rivalry to champion a shared cause, reinforcing the power of collaboration in driving meaningful change.
SISA, widely recognized as Africa’s premier platform for honoring corporate citizenship and social innovation, will benefit from the combined support of these beverage heavyweights.
The much-anticipated event is slated for Friday, November 28, at the Shell/Zenith Bank Hall, Muson Centre, Onikan, Lagos.
It will gather top corporate leaders, policymakers, NGOs, and changemakers for an evening dedicated to honouring individuals and institutions driving sustainability and social transformation across Nigeria and beyond.
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This unprecedented partnership goes beyond a typical sponsorship. It represents a shared commitment to sustainable development and corporate responsibility among industry rivals who compete daily in the marketplace but are now aligning on shared values.
Nestlé Nigeria, a company long recognised for its community development and nutrition-focused initiatives, was the first to come on board as the Official Beverage Partner.
Shortly after, Seven-Up Bottling Company — a consistent champion of youth empowerment — and Rite Foods Limited, makers of Bigi Drinks and Fearless Energy Drink, joined the alliance, completing a trio of purpose-driven brands supporting one cause.
Mr. Eche Munonye, Chairman and convener of SISA, described the partnership as symbolic and strategic, highlighting its significance in strengthening Nigeria’s corporate social responsibility landscape. He said the collaboration reflects a new era where competition gives way to collective impact.
“These brands compete on shelves, but they are collaborating on values,” Mr. Munonye stated. “That’s the true essence of SISA — inspiring joint action for a more sustainable Nigeria.”
Organised annually by CSR Reporters, SISA has become the gold standard for recognising excellence in social impact and sustainability.
This year’s edition already boasts an impressive lineup of sponsors, including BUA Group, MTN Nigeria, Segilola Resources Operating, IPNX, Polysmart, and the Lagos State Health Management Agency.
As anticipation builds toward November 28, CSR Reporters is inviting more purpose-driven organisations to be part of the movement and help shape a more responsible and inclusive future.
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