MTC has also committed to hosting one local athletics event in Namibia to honour the achievements of both athletes and to inspire other athletes to reach for the stars
WINDHOEK, Namibia: Namibian leading mobile network operator MTC announces a sponsorship worth of N$2 million to Olympic track and field stars Beatrice Masilingi and Christine Mboma each for the next three years.
[1 US$ = 14.55 Namibian Dollar [N$]]
MTC’s press statement issued today has shown sponsorship breakdown as follows:
MTC will construct/build houses valued at N$300 000 each for both athletes at their home villages.
MTC will provide brand-new iPhone 12’s for each athlete and the Coach valued at N$24,000 per phone twice during the 3 years to help them to stay connected at all times during their many international travels.
Both athletes and the Coach will each receive airtime to the value of N$36,000.00 per annum. This translates into a monthly airtime allowance of N$3000 for each athlete over a period of 3 years.
Each athlete will receive an amount of N$100,000 per annum for personal upkeep and expenses over the 3-year period.
Further, each athlete will receive an amount of N$250,000 per annum over the 3-year period to assist them with event preparation.
According to the statement, MTC has also committed to hosting one local athletics event in Namibia to honour the achievements of both athletes and to inspire other athletes to reach for the stars. This event will be delivered at a total cost of N$1 million.
