Nedbank Zimbabwe has reinforced its position as one of the country’s most reliable champions of sport and community development, following its continued backing of the Nedbank Tour de Great Dyke, which was held last week but one. The bank, which has been a consistent partner of the annual cycling event, says its commitment reflects a broader dedication to national upliftment and sustainable social progress.
Nedbank Zimbabwe Senior Brand and Marketing Manager Joel Gombera said the institution remains deeply invested in initiatives that build stronger communities and promote national resilience. He noted that the Tour de Great Dyke not only showcases athletic excellence but also highlights the economic and cultural significance of the Great Dyke corridor. Gombera said Nedbank’s involvement demonstrates its ongoing commitment, as “money experts who do good,” to fostering meaningful partnerships with industry, government and ordinary Zimbabweans.
He added that the bank believes strongly in the transformative power of support—support that inspires, connects and promotes mental wellbeing. The sponsorship of the Tour de Great Dyke, he said, continues to serve as a testament to the bank’s mission to transform lives through collaboration with like-minded institutions and the wider community. The event also plays a critical social role by raising funds for the Gifted Children Foundation, which provides educational assistance to orphaned and vulnerable children in the Midlands Province. Gombera emphasised that Nedbank understands the value of the work done by communities along the Great Dyke and stands ready to help them manage their finances wisely, grow their enterprises and uplift their families. He also extended appreciation to the cyclists, describing their participation as symbolic of the resilience that defines the Zimbabwean people.
Nedbank’s sustained support for the Tour de Great Dyke comes at a time when the bank continues to earn national and regional praise for its investments in sport. In July, the bank received the prestigious Medal of Honour from the African Union Sports Council (AUSC) Region 5 in recognition of its unwavering contribution to sports development across Southern Africa. The honour highlighted Nedbank Zimbabwe’s years of consistent funding and partnership initiatives that have empowered athletes and strengthened sporting infrastructure across the region.
The bank has also established itself as one of Zimbabwe’s most dependable corporate supporters across several sporting disciplines. It is the headline sponsor of the national men’s rugby team, the Sables, and has extended its support to the Junior Sables with a strong emphasis on grassroots rugby development. In netball, the bank serves as the title sponsor of the Zimbabwe Netball Association (ZINA) and the Netball Premier League, offering support packages that benefit both senior and junior teams. Beyond these major codes, Nedbank continues to back individual athletes, community sporting initiatives and the growing Nedbank Running Club, further cementing its role as a partner of choice in local sports.
Nedbank’s efforts have been recognised through various corporate awards, including the Corporate Social Responsibility of the Year Award and acknowledgements from government ministries for its ongoing work in nurturing national sports. The bank’s investments have been widely regarded as drivers of socio-economic transformation, contributing to the empowerment of athletes, the expansion of opportunities for young people, the improvement of sporting infrastructure and the strengthening of social cohesion.
As the bank looks to the future, Gombera said Nedbank Zimbabwe remains firmly committed to long-term partnerships that nurture talent, promote community wellbeing and uplift the nation. He expressed gratitude to the organisers and hosts of the Tour de Great Dyke, noting that their continued vision and dedication remain key to advancing positive change across Zimbabwe.
