Sponsorship boosts for Dundee July
KZN DSR Director of Communications, Thabo Mofokeng, said the department appreciated Ithala Soc Limited’s ongoing support and proactive approach which showed they had confidence in the success of the Dundee July.
Preparation for the 2018 Dundee July is in full swing and Ithala Soc Limited this week confirmed its support for the event as its official banking partner. It is the first sponsor to renew its sponsorship.
Ithala’s support for the event on July 21 in Dundee includes R100 000 towards total stake money for the Ithala International Race which is one of two international events on the day. The field includes horses from as far afield as Botswana, Lesotho, Mpumalanga, Limpopo and the Eastern Cape.
Sandile Xolo, Ithala Soc Limited’s Marketing and Communications Manager said that negotiations with the KZN Department of Sport and Recreation (KZNDSR), under whose auspices the race is being held, had been productive.
KZN DSR Director of Communications, Thabo Mofokeng, said the department appreciated Ithala Soc Limited’s ongoing support and proactive approach which showed they had confidence in the success of the Dundee July.
Other key partners in the Dundee July are the Endumeni (providing R800 000 according to the budget roadshows presented by Council in April and May) and Umzinyathi District Municipalities which have put their weight behind the success of the rural horse racing event.
“This is a uniquely South African event which is growing in popularity and stature and attracts thousands of spectators. It provides an ideal platform for sponsors looking to market their products and I encourage other sponsors to come on board and help us grow the Dundee July into a must-attend event,” said Mr Mofokeng.
