NAIROBI, Kenya, April 2 – Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) set aside Sh1 million for waste management during the just concluded World Rally Championships (WRC) in Kedong, Nakuru County.
The lender says the move was anchored on its commitment to ensuring environmental sustainability.
Its CEO, Paul Russo, asserted that the WRC is an opportunity for Kenya to showcase its relentlessness in upholding a cleaner and more sustainable environment.
”As a responsible corporate citizen, KCB is committed to promoting environmental sustainability and making a positive impact in the communities where we operate. The World Rally Championship presents a unique opportunity for us to contribute towards leaving a lasting legacy of environmental stewardship,” he said.
KCB, which is the official financial partner for the Safari Rally Kenya for the WRC, revealed that it has been involved in afforestation initiatives leading up to the rally in different regions of the county, with 2,000 currently planted.
The four-day event, which ended yesterday, attracted 20 local drivers under the Kenya National Rally Championship (KNRC) category as well as over 25 international drivers.
