MTN Eswatini wins prestigious Y'ello Care regional award at MTN Group leadership gathering

MTN Eswatini has once again demonstrated its unwavering commitment to community service and innovation by securing the esteemed 2025 Y'ello Care South and East African (SEA) Regional Award. The accolade was presented during the MTN Group Leadership Gathering (GLG), currently underway in Johannesburg, South Africa.

This remarkable achievement confirms MTN Eswatini’s dedication to empowering and uplifting communities through its flagship corporate social responsibility initiative, Y'ello Care. The initiative sees MTN employees volunteer their time, skills, and resources to make a tangible impact on the lives of people in need. This year, MTN Eswatini’s efforts were further validated by the $30,000 (approximately 562,500 ZAR) prize accompanying the award, which will be reinvested into the communities during the 2025 Y'ello Care Campaign.

The 2024 Y’ello Care campaign, themed “Learn Today, Lead Tomorrow”, focused on enhancing educational opportunities for children in rural and remote communities. The initiative made a significant impact, benefiting 3,109 learners, 21 teachers, and 500 refugees, including 280 refugee children. Through targeted educational programs and digital tools, MTN Eswatini helped bridge the learning gap for marginalized communities, ensuring that children and educators alike have access to quality resources for future success.

The recognition at the GLG event further cements MTN Eswatini’s position as a leader in leveraging technology for social good. Alongside the Y’ello Care Regional Award, the company was also honored with the Best Use of Digital & Financial Tools Award and the Acts with Inclusion Award. These accolades acknowledge MTN Eswatini’s pioneering role in fostering digital inclusion, financial literacy, and equitable opportunities for all.

Beyond just an organizational triumph, this recognition is a victory for Eswatini as a whole. The funds awarded will be strategically allocated to further community development projects, ensuring that even more individuals benefit from MTN Eswatini’s commitment to progress and innovation. The company remains steadfast in its mission to empower future leaders, foster inclusion, and drive meaningful change through technology and education.

By:  Kanto Okanta