Telkom sponsors South Africa’s Olympic team

Telkom is the official sponsor of the South African Olympic and Paralympics teams, the company announced.

“The multi-million rand sponsorship will allow SASCOC to expand Team SA, including more qualifying athletes, giving our local talent an opportunity to compete on the world’s greatest sporting stage,” said Telkom.

Telkom will also add R4 million to the medal incentive pot, to be shared between the Olympic and Paralympic athletes.

The 2016 Summer Olympic Games will take place from 5 to 21 August in Brazil.

The 2016 Paralympic Games are scheduled for 7 to 18 September.

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