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RUGBY AFRICA PUBLIC NOTICE: IMPERSONATION AND FRAUD WARNING

RUGBY AFRICA PUBLIC NOTICE: IMPERSONATION AND FRAUD WARNING CAPE TOWN, South Africa – Rugby Africa hereby issues this public notice to alert stakeholders,…
Vervelde Nicole
July 10, 2026
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RUGBY AFRICA PUBLIC NOTICE: IMPERSONATION AND FRAUD WARNING

CAPE TOWN, South Africa – Rugby Africa hereby issues this public notice to alert stakeholders, partners, educational institutions, and the general public to ongoing fraudulent activities involving the unlawful impersonation of Rugby Africa and its representatives in Kenya.

It has come to our attention that certain individuals are falsely presenting themselves as acting on behalf of Rugby Africa and are reportedly engaging with institutions, including Tharaka University, Waa Primary School, and others, in an apparent attempt to solicit cooperation, support, and/or funds under false pretences.

Rugby Africa wishes to state that:

  • These individuals arenot affiliated with, authorized by, or representing Rugby Africain any capacity;
  • Rugby Africa hasno involvement in, endorsement of, or connection tothese activities whatsoever;
  • Any communications, requests, proposals, or financial solicitations made by such persons arefraudulentand should be treated with extreme caution.

Rugby Africa further reminds all organizations, institutions, and individuals that theuse ofRugby Africa’s name, logo, branding, or identity in any form is strictly prohibited without prior written authorizationfrom Rugby Africa. Any unauthorized use may constitute trademark infringement, misrepresentation, and/or fraud, and may result in legal action.

Rugby Africa strongly advises all members of the public, institutions, and partnersnot to engage with, respond to, or provide any funds or supportin relation to such communications without prior verification through Rugby Africa’s official channels.

This matter is being treated with the utmost seriousness. Rugby Africa is actively reviewing the situation and reserves all rights to pursue appropriate legal and administrative action against those responsible, including referral to relevant authorities in Kenya and internationally where applicable.

We further urge any institution or individual who may have been approached by persons claiming affiliation with Rugby Africa, or who may have information regarding these activities, to report the matter immediately.

For verification or to report suspicious activity, please contact: contact@rugbyafrique.com

To Download Official Statement: Click Here

Media Contact:

Vervelde Nicole

About Rugby Africa:

Rugby Africa (www.RugbyAfrique.com) is the governing body of rugby in Africa and one of the regional associations under World Rugby. It unites all African countries that play rugby union, rugby sevens, and women’s rugby. Rugby Africa organizes various competitions, including the qualifying tournaments for the Rugby World Cup and the Africa Sevens, a qualifying competition for the Olympic Games. With 39 member unions, Rugby Africa is dedicated to promoting and developing rugby across the continent. World Rugby highlighted Ghana, Nigeria and Zambia as three of the six emerging nations experiencing strong growth in rugby.

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