RES SPONSORS LUBOMBO MARATHON

Sport is important for RES because a healthy workforce is a productive one. Hence the intentional creation and management of various sport disciplines that are embedded in the operation.

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Beyond health, this improves social welfare within our area of operation therefore an improved employee value proposition. Sport is one of the cornerstones of community developments for its multiple benefits.

Lubombo Marathon is a no brainer for RES for its proximity to the operation in creating a thriving region, to which we are in support. We are further encouraged by governments and the Athletics Eswatini Association endorsement of this initiative.

We challenge other businesses within the region and nationwide to support this event to ensure it grows nationally and worldwide.

RES has sponsored all the race prizes for 42km, 21km and 10km to the value of E65 000.00, and E19 650.00 for registration of 131 employees and RES athletics club members to participate. Placing the grand total at E84 650.00.

Zakhele Dlamini, Director TZD sports said, “This is the 3^rd edition of the marathon and we’re grateful to RES for the sponsorship. Our vision is to see this initiative grow and be certified not only at national level, but beyond and this sponsorship plays a pivotal role in ensuring that we reach and establish our vision to keep emaSwati fit and healthy.”

Thoba Mazibuko who spoke on behalf of the football association with so much excitement, expressing their gratitude as an association for the support received by TZD who is the host of the Lubombo marathon. He further implored other companies to follow suit, be active and deliberate about playing an active role in participating in initiatives that develop and sustain the community.”

Phindile Lukhele-Dlamini, CSI manager, “TZD made a proposal that resonates with our business priorities and objectives; hence RES is very intentional and active in participating in sports initiatives, especially if/when they are in the region. Having this initiative in the region we operate in is exciting because the wellness of our employees and the community at large feeds into the sustainability of the business.”