American Express, which is operated in South Africa through its licensee, Nedbank, and Tennis South Africa today announced a multi-year partnership.
With this partnership, American Express and TSA will support local communities and tennis development in the country. The partnership will enable the continuation of TSA's transformation and development plan, including the support to high performance players, national teams and wheelchair tennis. The partnership will also enable the development of existing competitions and the revival of certain ones, offering opportunities for tennis players in South Africa.
TSA’s competitions will be renamed as American Express National Club Champs, American Express Junior Nationals, American Express Super 8 Junior Series Race and American Express wheelchair tennis programme.
American Express Card Members will be offered exclusive benefits during TSA Championships and events including access to presales and reserved seating. Additionally, at selected venues, Card Members will enjoy access to American Express lounges which provide an exclusive space to relax and enjoy the excitement of the tournaments.
"Tennis has been on an upward trajectory, and to further grow the sport, it is crucial for us to collaborate with recognized brands that elevate the overall experience for both customers and fans, surpassing their expectations. We look forward to working with American Express and creating once-in-a-lifetime experiences for the tennis fans in South Africa", said Gavin Crookes, President of Tennis South Africa.
Khensani Nobanda, Group Executive of Nedbank Group Marketing and Corporate Affairs, echoed Crookes’ statement saying “Nedbank has extensive first-hand experience of the power of collaborative partnerships to bring about meaningful change. We are proud to partner with Tennis South Africa as this collaboration reflects our shared vision of supporting local communities while enhancing Card Members’ experience. We look forward to witnessing the impact of this partnership on tennis development in South Africa.”
"American Express has a long history of supporting tennis globally. We are delighted to bring our love of the game to South Africa and support local communities and tennis development in the country. We are also excited to provide our Card Members and tennis fans an enhanced experience both on and off court and we look forward to showing why tennis is better with Amex”, said Briana Wilsey, Vice President and General Manager of Global Network Services EMEA at American Express.
American Express in South Africa is operated through its local licensee, Nedbank, pursuant to a license granted by American Express.
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About Tennis South Africa
Tennis South Africa (TSA) is the national governing body for the sport of tennis in South Africa. It is a not-for-profit organization that invests its proceeds to promote and develop the growth of tennis, from grassroots to professional levels, and to raise funds for and on behalf of tennis players and the game of tennis within the Republic of South Africa. TSA is affiliated with both the International Tennis Federation and the Confederation of African Tennis.
About Nedbank
Nedbank Group is one of the largest financial services groups in Africa, offering wholesale and retail banking, as well as insurance, asset management and wealth management services and solutions. In South Africa, Nedbank has a strong franchise evidenced by a 19% deposit and 19% advances market share. Outside South Africa we operate in five countries in the Southern African Development Community (SADC), through subsidiaries and banks in Lesotho, Mozambique, Namibia, Eswatini and Zimbabwe. In Central and West Africa we have a strategic alliance with Ecobank Transnational Incorporated (ETI) and we have representative offices in Angola and Kenya. Outside Africa a presence in key global financial centres to provide international financial services for Africa-based multinational and high-net-worth clients in, Isle of Man, Jersey and London, and we have a representative office in Dubai. We have 28000 employees and, 7,6 million clients and manage R1,2 trillion worth of assets.
American Express® Cards is operated under licence in South Africa by Nedbank Ltd Reg No 1951/000009/06. Licensed financial services and registered credit provider (NCRCP16).
About American Express
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American Express in Africa
American Express products have been in Africa for over 50 years, and its presence in the region continues to expand. American Express consumer Cards and corporate Cards/solutions are issued in more than 40 countries across the region through its joint venture American Express Middle East (AEME), license agreements with financial institutions, and direct issuance of Global Dollar Cards. Through its licensees and AEME, American Express is committed to expanding the number of places where local Cardmembers, international travelers, and local and international businesses can use their American Express Cards for daily spending, business, or tourism in the region.
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Photo captions:
Briana Wilsey-2.jpg - Briana Wilsey, Vice President and General Manager of Global Network Services EMEA at American Express at the media launch held at AtholPlace House & Villa in Johannesburg on Thursday.
Media Launch-1.jpg – From L-R: Khensani Nobanda, Group Executive of Nedbank Group Marketing and Corporate Affairs, Gavin Crookes, President of Tennis South Africa and Briana Wilsey, Vice President and General Manager of Global Network Services EMEA at American Express at the media launch held at AtholPlace House & Villa in Johannesburg on Thursday.
Media Launch-2.jpg - From L-R: Khensani Nobanda, Group Executive of Nedbank Group Marketing and Corporate Affairs, Briana Wilsey, Vice President and General Manager of Global Network Services EMEA at American Express and Gavin Crookes, President of Tennis South Africa at the media launch held at AtholPlace House & Villa in Johannesburg on Thursday.
Photo credits: Barco Greeff
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