KCB commits Ugx 270 million to 2025 Pearl of Africa Rally.

Kampala, 29 April 2025 — KCB Bank Uganda Limited has today officially unveiled the rally drivers it will sponsor in the 2025 Pearl of Africa Rally Championship, organized by the Federation of Motorsport Clubs of Uganda (FMU). The announcement was made during a press conference held at the KCB Bank Head Office at Lohana Towers, Lugogo Bypass.

Demonstrating its commitment to promoting the sports sector in Uganda, KCB Bank has committed a total of 270 million Uganda shillings towards the 2025 Pearl of Africa Rally. Of this sponsorship, 80 Million Uganda shillings will go to the Federation of Motorsport Clubs of Uganda to facilitate preparations and logistics, while 167 Million Uganda shillings will support the sponsored drivers. 
Speaking at the unveiling ceremony, the Managing Director KCB Bank Uganda, Edgar Byamah, accentuated the bank’s vision of fostering excellence in Ugandan sports. The Pearl of Africa Rally is more than just a race — it’s a celebration of skill, endurance, and the resilient spirit of Ugandan motorsport. We are proud to deepen our involvement in this iconic event, reaffirming our commitment to nurturing local talent and promoting Uganda’s potential on the regional and global stage.
This year, KCB Bank Uganda renews its sponsorship for rally drivers Michael George Mukula and Oscar Ntambi while welcoming Mutebi Nasser to the team. At the regional level, KCB will also sponsor celebrated drivers Karan Patel and Nikhil Sachania from Kenya, highlighting the Bank’s pan-African commitment to motorsport.
Sheila Awori, Acting Head of Marketing and Communications at KCB Bank Uganda, said: “At KCB Bank, we believe in bringing our customers closer to the moments that inspire them. Through our continued support for the Pearl of Africa Rally and our talented drivers, we are fueling the dreams of many young Ugandans who see themselves in the sport. This year, we are also making it easier for fans to be part of the excitement by enabling rally ticket purchases through KCBPay. By simply dialing *244*9#, fans can secure their spot at the heart of the action quickly and safely. Motorsport is about speed, precision, and passion — the same values that drive us as a bank every day. We believe that we are well represented and will come out victorious,” Sheila concluded. 

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About KCB Bank Uganda.
KCB Bank Uganda is a commercial bank in Uganda. It is licensed by the Bank of Uganda, the central bank and national banking regulator. The Bank has 15 branches spread across the country,15 ATMs, 585Bank Agents and 302 Merchant outlets. Its mission is “To drive efficiency whilst growing market share in order to be the preferred financial solutions provider in Africa with global reach.”

For more information, contact.
Sheila Awori
Ag. Head of Marketing and Communications 
KCB Bank Uganda.
Mobile: Tel: +256 772 122 726
Email: ASheila@ug.kcbgroup.com