The Impala Floodlit Rugby Tournament has received a KES 1 million sponsorship boost from Safaricom through its youth-focused platform, Safaricom Hook which seeks to empower young people aged 10 to 24 by leveraging the power of technology.
Now in its 43rd edition, the tournament kicked off on Saturday, 17th October, with the quarterfinals. The competition continues with the semi-finals scheduled for Saturday, 24th October, at the RFUEA Grounds in Nairobi, ahead of the finals on Saturday, 31st October, at the same venue.
Safaricom PLC’s Chief Consumer Business Officer, Fawzia Ali, reaffirmed the company’s commitment to supporting the passions and interests of Kenyans, including rugby, which it has supported for nearly a decade.
“As Safaricom, we are committed to supporting the passion points of Kenyans, and rugby is one of them. We have been part of the Impala Floodlit Rugby Tournament for almost ten years now, and we are proud of the positive impact it continues to have on young players by providing a platform for them to develop and showcase their talents.
Additionally, she noted that Safaricom’s support extends beyond funding, also fostering talent and creating growth opportunities for young rugby players.
“Our support goes beyond financial assistance; it helps create valuable opportunities for young players to showcase their skills, nurture their talent and pursue their passion for rugby,” said Fawzia.
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Impala Floodlit Tournament Semi-Final Fixtures
Saturday’s semi-finals will see KCB Rugby take on Mwamba RFC, while Nondescripts RFC will face Kenya Harlequin in the men’s category.
In the university category, JKUAT Cougars will play Zetech Oaks, while USIU Martials will face Daystar Falcons. Meanwhile, in the women’s category, Mwamba RFC will battle Northern Suburbs, while Impala RFC will take on Kenya Harlequin.
The winners in each category will advance to the finals scheduled for Saturday, 31 October, where they will compete for the tournament titles.
Beyond the competition, Safaricom has supported the Impala Floodlit Tournament since 2017 as part of its commitment to nurturing young talent and promoting rugby in Kenya.
In addition to its support for the tournament, fans attending the event will have the opportunity to experience Safaricom’s products and services at the Safaricom Hook tent, where they can access customer care services and stand a chance to win meal and drink vouchers worth KES 1,000.
The Impala Floodlit Tournament features several age-group competitions, ranging from high school and university rugby to club-level contests.
Furthermore, the annual event serves as a curtain-raiser for the 15-a-side rugby season, providing a platform for emerging and established players to test their skills and prepare for the season ahead.
