The Impala Floodlit received Sh2 million from Kenya Breweries Limited towards the return of the tournament this weekend at Impala Club, Nairobi.
The tournament returns after a two-year hiatus following the Covid-19 pandemic and marks the 38th edition.
Impala RFC chairman, Charles Ngovi said preparations for the event are in top gear with top Kenya Cup sides expected.
He said the event has attracted 22 teams including eight teams each drawn from the Kenya Cup, Championship, and Nationwide leagues and women's category which will have six teams.
“We are glad to receive this sponsorship from KBL as it will go a long way in ensuring the proper organization of the tournament.
“KBL continues to be a major partner of this tournament and we are delighted to have them on board once again in this year’s edition," he added.
"The sponsorship speaks to the company’s genuine commitment towards supporting the sport in the country and for that, we are forever grateful,” he said.
Ngovi further noted that the facilities at the Impala are in good shape ahead of the tournament.
“We are ready for the tournament and everything is in place. The facilities are also in good shape ahead of the competition and we look forward to a great rugby experience for all our fans,” Ngovi said
Meanwhile, Tusker’s senior brand manager, Catherine Twesigye said the rugby fraternity has always looked forward to the Impala Floodlit tournament.
Twesigye also expressed her enthusiasm towards the event, saying their efforts are channeled toward ensuring the tournament's success as well as their commitment to support the development of the sport.
“It's obvious that the rugby family missed this tournament during the pandemic period and we are grateful to have it back after the two-year absence," Twesigye said.
“Part of our mission is also to provide fans an opportunity to interact with our brand," she added.
