The Kenya U20 National Team (Chipu) has received a major boost of Ksh. 1 million sponsorship from Teita Sisal Estate through its lodge, the Hildana Lodge ahead of the Barthes Cup semi final match against Namibia set for Wednesday.
Speaking at the partnership presentation, Teita Sisal representative Jimmy Mnene, who is also the Simbas Team Manager expressed the company’s delight in supporting Chipu.
The company will also put in Ksh.1Million to support the Kenya Simbas Currie cup campaign in South Africa.
Speaking at the presentation, Kenya Rugby Union Chairman Oduor Gangla said, “Its a very exciting to see corporate Kenya return to rugby.These funds will be used to ensure the team prepares and performs well.
We have been working with Teita Estates for a while and I want to appreciate Philip Kyriazi and his team for the work they do behind the scenes.”
“We cannot progress if corporates don’t take advantage of the tax incentives by government to sponsor sports. We are very much appreciative of the support,” he concluded.