Impala Rugby Club on Wednesday, 26 August announced a landmark Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative in partnership with Earthlungs Reafforestation Foundation.
The partnership, which brings together members of the Impala Rugby Executive Committee, coaches, supporters and the technical team, is aimed at restoring Kenya’s coastal ecosystems through mangrove reafforestation.
As part of this collaboration, Impala Rugby players, management, and supporters will join Earthlungs in a large-scale mangrove planting exercise in Mombasa.Speaking on the partnership, director Brian Jarra noted: “Rugby teaches us teamwork, resilience, and responsibility. By planting mangroves with Earthlungs, we extend those values beyond the pitch to safeguard our environment for future generations.”
This initiative underscores the club’s commitment to sustainability, biodiversity protection, and climate change mitigation.“This partnership demonstrates how sport can be a powerful force for environmental stewardship and community engagement,” William Odongo, Country Manager EarthLungs Kenya, said while welcoming collaboration, and emphasizing the importance of sports organizations in driving conservation efforts.
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This CSR activity highlights Impala Rugby’s dedication to creating impact both on and off the field, while inspiring fans and communities to take part in building a greener future.How Driftwood Sevens organisers aim to raise the bar after successful 2026 edition.
On the pitch, Impala earlier this month launched an ambitious 16-week Safeguarding Pilot, aimed at strengthening athlete safety, wellbeing, and safeguarding across the rugby section.Impala Rugby launch ambitious plan to promote player welfareThe plan, which was launched on Safe Sport Day 2026, is expected to cover the whole rugby ecosystem, and will run till 27 November, with a review planned for December.