On Saturday, 9 November 2024, Roots Butchery Bizana celebrated its place in Bizana’s new shopping development by hosting an exciting car giveaway competition. Out of 10 hopeful finalists, Mandisa Nhleko from iNanda became the lucky winner of a brand-new Renault Kwid.
Finalists and shoppers travelled from as far as Mtubatuba to participate in the event. Thuli, one of the finalists, said she entered the competition twice and was “hopeful” despite the high stakes. Mandisa Nhleko shared that when she learned she was in the top 10, she could hardly believe it.
“When they confirmed the details, I knew it was real,” she said. Leaving home at 5:15 a.m. for the long drive, her family prayed for her success. “Luck can be on only one person, and I believe I will win,” she added.
The winner was announced at 1:00 p.m. to cheers from hundreds of onlookers. The top 10 finalists also included locals from Bizana, such as Tholakele P. Mzolo, Nothemba Sotshintshi, Nonkululeko Sobhoyi, Thobeka Gama, Sibingo Madiya, and Lihle Bhani. Nonkululeko Sobhoyi noted that a cashier told her any customer who spent over R300 qualified to enter the draw.’
Roots Butchery Bizana’s general manager, Chris Fernandes, was thrilled to hand over the keys and shared that this competition was part of the store’s commitment to giving back to the Bizana community.
“Bizana has been very welcoming to us, and we want to support this community that has supported us from day one,” he said.
He added that Roots Butchery Bizana has created local jobs, helping to reduce unemployment in the area. “We’re hopeful to grow and perhaps open more stores here in the future.”
The store also offers mid-month and month-end specials and shares updates on its WhatsApp channel. “We’re one big family,” said Chris, emphasizing Roots Butchery Bizana’s dedication to supporting the local community that supports them.
