MTN is one of Africa's fastest growing companies and as an organisation truly embodies the spirit of the new South Africa. From humble roots as the second mobile telecoms operator in the country, they have expanded rapidly throughout Africa and into the Middle East pioneering markets competitors were slow to reach. Along the way they have laid an impressive infrastructure providing a strong foundation for social and economic development. They are also tier one sponsors of the FIFA World Cup in 2010 - Africa's first shot at hosting the world's top sporting tournament.