Stanbic Black Pirates Players show off their new team kit shortly after its unveiling
HABARI DAILY I Kampala, Uganda I Stanbic Bank Uganda has rewarded the Black Pirates Rugby Club’s recent success on the pitch with a contract extension of its seven-year long sponsorship partnership for another three years.
The announcement was made at a recent signing ceremony during which the team’s new kit was also unveiled ahead of the highly anticipated Rujumba Sevens Rugby Tournament at King Park Arena—this weekend.
“We have decided to extend this partnership with the Black Pirates. This past season, they made our brand proud with many battlefield victories at sea, and we would like to see them do even more,” said Rita Akot Apel, Stanbic Bank’s Chief Information Officer.
She acknowledged the role of sports in inspiring young people to dream big and achieve greatness and these values resonate strongly with the Stanbic Bank brand.
Daniel Canowira, the Chairperson of the Black Pirates, hailed the relationship as a cornerstone of the club’s recent success. “Since donning the Stanbic jersey, we have celebrated multiple trophy wins— including the current 2025 title. This has been our most successful chapter,” he said.
The renewed sponsorship comes as the Black Pirates prepare to host the Rujumba Sevens, one of Uganda’s premier rugby events.
As part of its wider commitment to Uganda’s growth, Stanbic Bank supports football through the Stanbic Uganda Cup, as well as basketball and golf initiatives — all with a focus on youth engagement and social inclusion.
For the Rujumba Sevens, the bank’s digital platform, FlexiPay, will serve as the official ticketing and payments channel, ensuring fans enjoy seamless transactions alongside exclusive discounts on beverages.
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