Celebrating stories of progress, passion, and possibility through travel and football
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South Africa, 07 October 2025 — Absa, in proud partnership with Visa, has announced an inspiring new collaboration with South African football legend and Bafana Bafana captain, Ronwen Williams, ahead of the much-anticipated TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025.
This dynamic partnership marks the beginning of a powerful campaign celebrating resilience, determination, and the power of progress — told through the lens of one of South Africa’s most decorated athletes and an icon of modern African football.
From his early days at Pretoria’s SuperSport United academy to leading both Mamelodi Sundowns and the South African national team, Williams’ journey is one of grit, growth, and glory. His career highlights include prestigious honours such as CAF Men’s Goalkeeper of the Year, Men’s Interclub Player of the Year, and a Ballon d’Or Yashin Trophy nomination, underscoring his standing among football’s global elite.
“Ronwen’s story mirrors what we stand for — starting early, believing in progress, and investing in stories that matter,” says Alicia Raynard, Executive: Absa Rewards. “His leadership on and off the field shows that with passion and purpose, barriers can be broken and horizons expanded.”
Absa Rewards Travel: Making Journeys More Rewarding
Coinciding with this partnership, Absa Rewards has unveiled an exciting enhancement to its customer offering — Absa Rewards Travel, now available on the Absa Banking App.
The new service reimagines how customers experience travel, delivering a seamless digital booking platform that unlocks exclusive value for Rewards members. Through this feature, members can enjoy up to 100% off base fares on qualifying domestic and international flights*, bringing dream destinations within reach and turning travel into a story of progress.
“Travel is about more than just the journey — it’s about the stories we create along the way,” adds Raynard. “With Absa Rewards Travel, we’re making those stories more attainable, fueling connections that inspire progress and achievement.”
Win a VIP AFCON Experience Courtesy of Absa and Visa
In celebration of Africa’s most prestigious football tournament, Absa and Visa are offering fans the chance of a lifetime to experience TotalEnergies CAF AFCON Morocco 2025 in style.
Two lucky winners of the Absa-Visa competition will receive exclusive VIP travel packages to witness the tournament’s thrilling final stages live in Morocco.
Package 1: The Grand Final Experience
- Three nights’ five-star accommodation with breakfast
- Lunch and dinner allowances
- Two tickets to the AFCON Final (winner plus guest)
- Return economy flights from OR Tambo International Airport to Morocco
- Hotel transfers in Morocco
Package 2: The Semi-Final Experience
- Includes all of the above, with tickets to the semi-final match
(Terms and conditions apply. Please refer to Absa.co.za for full competition details and regulatory information.)
Celebrating Stories That Inspire
This campaign underscores Absa and Visa’s shared belief in progress through passion — uniting football and travel to inspire the next generation of dreamers and achievers.
Together with Ronwen Williams, Absa and Visa are celebrating the journeys that shape us — from the first kick on the field to the flights that take us beyond borders.
Because no matter where you begin, your story has the power to inspire the world.
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Absa Media Relations
Email: media@absa.africa
Website: www.absa.co.za
