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Kigali, December 22, 2023 – SKOL Brewery Ltd has donated various cycling materials to the Rwanda Cycling Federation (FERWACY). This donation aims to provide essential cycling equipment to Rwandan cyclists, enabling them to train effectively for the upcoming local and international competitions.
The ceremony, held at SKOL Brewery Ltd in the presence of FERWACY Executive Committee and SBL Management, marked the official handover of the donated materials, including 17 ridley bikes, different bikes spare parts, 339 bibs, 594 jerseys, 66 pair of cycling shoes, 39 gloves, 104 helmets, 500 water bottles, 116 trophies to award best performers during competitions, and glasses.
Eric Gilson, General Manager of SKOL Brewery Ltd highlighted that the festive season is an ideal moment to reiterate the company’s dedication to actively supporting Rwandan sports development and community initiatives in general. Emphasizing the significance of empowering cyclists, both male and female, with necessary tools, to equip them adequately for the local and international competitions, notably the 2025 UCI Road World Championships set to be hosted in Rwanda.
The President of FERWACY, Ndayisimiye Samson, stressed the happiness with this action of Skol and this action not muttering with the return of this company to cycling as the last sponsor in 2021.
“It is a good initiative, these tools will help a lot in the development of the game. Skol gives us an early Christmas, not for FERWACY but for our players.”
SKOL Brewery Ltd remains dedicated to promoting a sustainable business model that not only drives impactful development in Rwanda but also responsibly fosters growth and empowerment within the local community.
