{"id":110563,"date":"2025-09-25T16:42:35","date_gmt":"2025-09-25T16:42:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/uganda\/all-news\/kcb-bank-fmu-boost-motorsport-for-rajiv-rally-gulu"},"modified":"2025-09-25T17:11:24","modified_gmt":"2025-09-25T17:11:24","slug":"kcb-bank-fmu-boost-motorsport-for-rajiv-rally-gulu","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/uganda\/all-news\/kcb-bank-fmu-boost-motorsport-for-rajiv-rally-gulu","title":{"rendered":"KCB Bank FMU Boost Motorsport for Rajiv Rally Gulu"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Uganda. <\/strong><\/span><b>KCB Bank Uganda has reaffirmed its commitment to the growth of motorsport in the country, renewing its long-standing partnership with the Federation of Motorsport Clubs of Uganda (FMU) ahead of the upcoming Rajiv Ruparelia Memorial Rally, scheduled to take place in Gulu from 9 to 11 October 2025.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>The announcement was made during an official launch event held at Somewhere Else in Naguru, bringing together stakeholders from the motorsport community and representatives from KCB Bank and FMU.<\/p>\n<p>KCB Bank has been a key player in promoting motorsport in Uganda, sponsoring several high-profile events on the National Rally Championship (NRC) calendar this year. These include the Pearl of Africa Rally, the Bugerere Stabex EMC Rally in Jinja, and the Fort Portal Rally.<\/p>\n<p>The upcoming rally in Gulu is not only a tribute to the late Rajiv Ruparelia\u2014a revered figure in Ugandan motorsport\u2014but also a celebration of the sport\u2019s growing influence across the country.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe see motorsport as a metaphor for the journey of progress and resilience that our country is on,\u201d said Sheila Awori, the acting Head of Communication and Marketing at KCB Bank Uganda.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis sponsorship is about creating tangible impact\u2014supporting young drivers, stimulating local tourism, and engaging youth through sport. This year has been an exhilarating showcase of what\u2019s possible when passion meets purpose.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>FMU General Secretary Reynolds Kibira echoed the importance of such partnerships, thanking KCB Bank for its unwavering support. He also emphasized the need for safety as preparations for the Gulu rally intensify.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cCorporate sponsorship is vital to the development of motorsport in Uganda,\u201d Kibira said. \u201cWe are calling on all participants\u2014fans, drivers, and officials\u2014to prioritize safety at all times. Let\u2019s work together to ensure a successful and secure rally event.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The Rajiv Ruparelia Memorial Rally is expected to attract thousands of spectators and competitors from across the country, reinforcing Uganda\u2019s place on the regional motorsport map and honoring a man whose legacy continues to inspire the sport\u2019s next generation.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Uganda<\/span> Follow <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Uganda. KCB Bank Uganda has reaffirmed its commitment to the growth of motorsport in the country, renewing its long-standing partnership with the Federation of Motorsport Clubs of Uganda (FMU) ahead of the upcoming Rajiv Ruparelia Memorial Rally, scheduled to take place in Gulu from 9 to 11 October 2025. 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