The Twiga Kings represented Tanzania at the Obaro 7s in Pretoria, South Africa, on 24 and 25 October 2026, another opportunity to make their mark on the international stage.
The Men’s National Rugby Sevens Team progressed to the semi-finals, gaining valuable competitive experience and showcasing the potential of Tanzanian rugby in Pretoria.
The campaign builds on SportPesa’s partnership with the Tanzania Rugby Union and as sponsor of the SportPesa National Saba Circuit. Together, these initiatives support rugby at different levels in Tanzania, creating more opportunities for players to compete domestically while helping national teams gain international exposure. It is this sustained investment, from domestic competition to international opportunity, that brings the SportPesa Effect to life.
Following the tournament, Tanzania Rugby Union President Jacob Jonas and Head of Women’s Rugby Fatma El Kindy visited SportPesa Tanzania to share highlights from the team’s Pretoria campaign. During the visit, SportPesa Tanzania Chairman Hon. Tarimba Abbas received tokens of appreciation for his contribution to sports development and investment in Tanzania.
Hon. Tarimba Abbas encouraged the Union to continue raising awareness of rugby, strengthening its media presence and sharing its plans for the sport with key government stakeholders. This focus on visibility, collaboration and long-term development is essential to building a stronger platform for rugby across the country.
The momentum will continue through the Moshi Memorial and Breast Cancer tournaments, followed by the SportPesa National Saba Circuit finals in Arusha on 19 December 2026.
