MTN sets up R250m Covid-19 relief fund

JOHANNESBURG  – 
MTN Group has established a R250 million relief fund to support those affected by the Covid-19 pandemic across its 21 markets.
The group said that the relief fund would focus on aiding employees, customers, vulnerable groups, and would include contributions to the South African Government’s Solidarity Fund.
“We believe it is the responsibility of all organizations to assist where they can during the pandemic.  MTN plays a vital role in the mobile and telecommunications industry across Africa and the Middle East and it is vital that we assist our employees, customers, and stakeholders during this difficult time,” chairman Mcebisi Jonas, said.

Source: iol.co.za