Mamelodi Sundowns owner Patrice Motsepe, the Motsepe Foundation and associated companies such as African Rainbow Minerals and African Rainbow Capital, have pledged R1 billion toward the fight against the coronavirus.
The Brazilians boss, who is the co-founder and chairperson of the Motsepe Foundation, announced the news in a press briefing which was held in Johannesburg on Saturday, saying a chunk of the money will benefit poor communities who he believes are not as prepared as those in major cities of South Africa.
"Today is indeed a very important day in the history of South Africa but also an important day for us as a [Motsepe] family," said Motsepe before handing over to his wife, Dr.