David GOMBE

KCB Financial institution Uganda formally introduced its function as a proud sponsor of the Pearl of Africa Rally Championship with UGX 80m through the launch held at Mestil Resort in Kampala. The rally will happen from seventh to ninth Might 2026 in Mbarara. This sponsorship displays KCB Financial institution’s ongoing dedication to nurturing native expertise and advancing motorsport in Uganda in collaboration with the Federation of Motorsport Golf equipment of Uganda (FMU).

The launch introduced collectively leaders from FMU, enthusiastic rally drivers, devoted followers, and members of the media. Key highlights of the partnership embrace KCB Financial institution Uganda’s help of three distinctive drivers: Mutebi Nasser, Mike Mukula Junior, and Oscar Ntambi, who just lately achieved 1st place within the ARC2 class throughout their debut within the World Rally Championship (WRC).

Dr. Patrick Ogwel, the Normal Secretary of the Nationwide Council of Sports activities, shared heartfelt gratitude in direction of the sponsors, “The dedication to sponsoring the Pearl of Africa Rally elevates this occasion to new heights. It brings communities collectively, and on the Nationwide Council of Sports activities, we imagine that sports activities can solely actually thrive with partnership and collaboration. This sort of partnership is precisely what our athletes want to maneuver from native success to worldwide excellence. We’re excited to work with the Federation of Motorsport Golf equipment of Uganda (FMU) to make sure motor sport stays a supply of nationwide pleasure for years to return.”

Reflecting on the expansion of motorsport in Uganda, Federation of Motorsport Golf equipment of Uganda (FMU) patron Captain Mike Mukula mentioned, “I need to specific my heartfelt gratitude to the drivers for his or her dedication to the spirit of competitors, and I prolong particular due to KCB Financial institution Uganda and Shell Vivo for his or her essential sponsorship, which is significant for the expansion of motorsport. I additionally urge the Authorities of Uganda to incorporate motorsport in our nationwide sports activities agenda to boost its attain and potential.”

“Transferring ahead, I encourage our rallies to undertake necessary themes like environmental sustainability and group well being, guaranteeing our sport serves a higher function. Moreover, having native leaders current at our flag-offs is important, as their involvement validates the game, fosters regional pleasure, and stimulates native financial progress,” he added

Noela Byuma, Head of Advertising and Communications at KCB Financial institution Uganda, additionally expressed her enthusiasm for the occasion, saying, “We’re deeply invested in the way forward for motorsport in Uganda, a dedication we just lately strengthened by launching our title sponsorship of the Nationwide Rally Championship (NRC). We’re proud to sponsor motorsport at each the native and regional ranges to drive the game’s skilled progress. Our partnership with FMU has boosted native drivers like our very personal Nasser, Oscar, and Mike Mukula Jr., positively impacting our communities. As we head to Mbarara this Might, I name upon each fan and supporter to hitch us on the championship and witness the resilience of our drivers firsthand. We’ve made it a lot less complicated for followers to entry tickets; they will now buy them by way of KCB Pay at UGX 10,000 by dialling 2449# and getting into service provider code 125122.”

Nasser Mutebi, one of many rally drivers sponsored by KCB Financial institution, mentioned, “It’s an immense honour to hold the KCB Financial institution colors into the Pearl of Africa Rally. This sponsorship is extra than simply help; it’s a duty that I take very severely. I promise to characterize the KCB Financial institution Uganda with the best degree of professionalism on the monitor. Our preparation has been rigorous, and our mission is evident: we’re pushing for the highest of the Nationwide Rally Championship (NRC) podium.’’

KCB Financial institution Uganda additionally emphasised that the joys of the race mustn’t come on the expense of the atmosphere, reaffirming its dedication to making sure that when the engines fall silent in Mbarara, the panorama stays as inexperienced because it was discovered. Via a variety of eco-friendly initiatives, the Financial institution is taking deliberate steps to advertise environmental conservation and advance a extra sustainable motorsport tradition.

The Financial institution continues to strengthen its function within the sports activities sector by way of long-term investments in motorsport, rugby, golf, and volleyball, specializing in the expansion and professionalization of those disciplines. This dedication to native expertise is additional solidified by the financial institution’s new function because the title sponsor for the Nationwide Rally Championship (NRC). In partnership with the Federation of Motorsport Golf equipment of Uganda, the financial institution goals to raise the usual of nationwide rallying and supply a extra strong platform for athletes to compete on a world-class stage.