Category Archives: News

Introducing Maltona: The New Refreshing Non-Alcoholic Beverage for Everyone.

SKOL Brewery Ltd is excited to announce the launch of Maltona, a new non-alcoholic malted beverage hitting shelves everywhere now. Crafted with premium natural ingredients, Maltona offers a high-quality drink experience for everyone. The Maltona team was at Car Free Zone this Monday to give a taste of this new drink to passerby going for […]

SKOL Brewery Ltd Joins the United Nations Global Compact Initiative

SKOL Brewery Ltd (SBL) is pleased to announce that it has joined the United Nations Global Compact initiative – a voluntary initiative for the development, implementation and disclosure of responsible business practices. SKOL Brewery Ltd is proud to join thousands of other companies in Rwanda and globally committed to taking responsible business action to create […]

SKOL Brewery Ltd officially handed over the 2024-25 “Mutuel de Santé” health insurance to the Nzove Community.

As part of its ongoing commitment to corporate social responsibility, SKOL Brewery Ltd has reaffirmed its dedication to community well-being by supporting the Community-Based Health Insurance Program, “Mutuel de Santé.” A handover ceremony was held in the presence of Nyarugenge District authorities and community members. For the 2024-25 period, SKOL Brewery Ltd has covered health […]

SKOL Brewery Ltd. celebrates 15 years of excellence, growth, and shared success in Rwanda

Kigali, Rwanda – February 25th, 2025 – SKOL Brewery Ltd. (SBL) proudly marks its 15th anniversary, celebrating a decade and a half of commitment to quality, innovation, and positive impact in Rwanda. Since launching its operations in 2009, SBL has grown into a key player in the beverage industry, introducing popular brands such as SKOL […]

SKOL Brewery launched the 4th cohort of its scholarship program under the patronage of Mrs. Maïté Relecom

SKOL Brewery Ltd has awarded scholarships to the fourth cohort of its secondary scholarship program for the 2024-25 academic year. This year’s awards mark yet another milestone in the brewery’s enduring commitment to empowering Rwanda’s young people and investing in future leaders. Launched in 2021 under the Patronage of Mrs. Maïté Relecom, the scholarship program […]

SKOL Brewery Joined Mageragere Community in Tree Planting Initiative to Support Environmental Sustainability

In a united effort to promote environmental conservation and community well-being, SKOL Brewery General Manager Eric Gilson, together with Nyarugenge District DDEA Mrs. Genevieve Uwamahoro, the President of ORION Basketball Club James MUTABAZI, ORION Basketball Fans, Mageragere Sector Executives, students from College Butamwa, and the local community, on Monday, participated in a special Umuganda dedicated […]

SKOL Brewery Ltd partners with TotalEnergies to embrace green technology

In a groundbreaking move, SKOL Brewery Ltd, the pioneer in introducing to the Rwandan market the first water packed in returnable glass bottles, Virunga Water, has taken another bold step. The brewery sealed a significant partnership with TotalEnergies, marking a shift towards sustainable practices through the use of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) within its operations. […]

SKOL Brewery Ltd joins the Tree Planting Campaign “One Shot One Tree”

SKOL Brewery Ltd (SBL) has signed an agreement with Orion Basketball Club to become the Official Partner of the ‘One Shot One Tree’ campaign, a remarkable endeavor aimed at planting trees to bolster Rwanda’s environmental sustainability. Eric Gilson, SBL GM said: “This partnership will greatly contribute to temperature control, climate resilience, clean air, water management, […]

SKOL Brewery Ltd donates cycling equipment to Ferwacy

SKOL Brewery Ltd has donated various cycling materials to the Rwanda Cycling Federation (Ferwacy). This donation aims to provide essential cycling equipment to Rwandan cyclists, enabling them to train effectively for the upcoming local and international competitions. The ceremony, held at SKOL Brewery Ltd in the presence of Ferwacy Executive Committee and SBL Management, marked […]

SKOL Brewery Ltd Supports Local Community with “Mutuel de Santé”

November 01, 2023 – SKOL Brewery Ltd, as part of its ongoing commitment to corporate social responsibility, has once again demonstrated its dedication to the well-being of the community living around the Brewery by providing support for the Community Based Health Insurance, “Mutuel de Santé.” Recognizing that good health is fundamental to the community’s prosperity, […]

Invitation To Tender

We’re excited to announce two significant opportunities. First, we’re seeking reliable partners to supply LPG for our forklifts and their special cylinders. Find more details here: LPG Tender – Bid Document 231023 Second, we’re looking for collaborative providers for the outsourcing of semi-skilled and unskilled casual workers. Find more details here: Tender document for outsourcing casuals 201023 […]

SKOL Brewery Ltd empowers youth through scholarships

In its steadfast commitment to fostering educational growth and empowering the Rwandan youth, SKOL Brewery Ltd proudly celebrates the successful awarding of 58 scholarships in the 3rd cohort of its scholarship program for secondary school students for the 2023-24 academic year. This marks the third consecutive year of the initiative; epitomizing SKOL Brewery Ltd.’s enduring […]

Rayon Sports women crowned second division league champions

Rayon Sports Women Football Club were crowned 2022/2023 women second division league champions after beating Indahangarwa 4-3 on penalty shoot-outs after both teams played a 1-1 draw at Bugesera stadium on Sunday The Blues opened the scoring in the 20th minute of the first half through forward Judith Otieno before Indahangarwa skipper Marie Claire Mushimiyimana scored […]

Gikundiro Promotion: Ojera Joackiam is the Rayon Sports best player of february 2023

SKOL BREWERY LTD AND RAYON SPORTS ASSOCIATION, have unveiled the Skol Rayon Best Player Of February 2023, and awarded the Gikundiro promotion fans that have completed their loyalty cards by getting 15 stamps. The Gikundiro promotion was launched by Skol in 2017 for Rayon Sports FC supporters by SKOL BREWERY LTD. This promotion regroups various […]

SKOL Lager unveils new look and an exciting new campaign emphasising the African heritage of the brand.

SKOL Lager unveils new look and an exciting new campaign emphasising the African heritage of the brand. SKOL Brewery Ltd has introduced a new pack design for SKOL Lager, giving the brand a modern look and feel while paying homage to its African heritage dating back to 1965. The new SKOL Lager bottle is being […]

SKOL Football Village, the World Cup fan zone bringing unmatched football experience

The 2022 World Cup takes place in Qatar has been home to big moments that not any football fan would afford to miss out. For a tournament that comes once in four years, people are always eager to enjoy every action of the World Cup to their highest satisfaction and that is where SKOL came […]

SKOL Brewery Ltd unveils SKOL Stadium

SKOL Brewery Ltd, on Tuesday, December 13, unveiled ‘SKOL Stadium’, a football stadium that cost the brewer almost Rwf800 million upon completion. Located in Nzove, the facility is currently home to Rwanda Premier League side Rayon Sports as the club’s training base for both men and women teams. The facility is decorated with photos of […]

SKOL Brewery Ltd gives out “Mutuel de Santé” to the Community around the Brewery.

As part of the company’s corporate social responsibility initiatives towards the community, SKOL Brewery Ltd reiterated its annual support to the community living around the Brewery with paying the Community Based Health Insurance (Mutuel de Santé). The Company is interested in contributing to the well-being of the community and believes it all starts with a […]

FEATURED: SKOL, Rayon Sports ink Rwf1bn partnership

Rwanda’s football giants Rayon Sports and local brewer SKOL on Friday signed a new three-year partnership deal worth over Rwf1 billion in a deal that will run until 2026. The pair agreed to extend their partnership a year before the current deal expires in June 2023. Under the existing agreement, Rayon gets Rwf200 million annually, on […]

UNIBRA is looking for an exceptional Commercial Business Developer to join in East and Central Africa.

UNIBRA is looking for an exceptional Commercial Business Developer to join in East and Central Africa. INTRODUCTION UNIBRA is a Belgian family-owned company founded in 1960 but with artisan-brewer roots and a commitment to flavour and tradition going back to 1829. We are a genuine family business with a long history and proven track record. […]

SKOL gives out 59 scholarships under the Patronage of Mrs. Maïté Relecom

SKOL Brewery Ltd has given out 59 scholarships to its Employees’ Children pursuing secondary studies, this is part of the recently launched yearly scholarship program for SKOL Employees’ Children pursuing secondary (Technical and Vocational Education and Training included) and undergraduate studies. The scholarship program was launched under the Patronage of Mrs. Maïté Relecom, Co-Owner of […]

SKOL Brewery Ltd launches SKOL Pulse, the African/Afro icon of a party lifestyle

Today, SKOL Brewery Ltd proudly announced the launch of “SKOL Pulse” during an official ceremony that was held at Gilt Club, Kibagabaga. SKOL Pulse is a superior quality beer that stands for super premium beer and innovative packaging design. SKOL Pulse will stand on the Rwandan Market as an African icon that fits the lifestyle […]

SKOL Brewery Ltd signs a financing agreement with Gira Impuhwe NGO

SKOL Brewery Ltd, the manufacturer of SKOL and Virunga beer and water brands has signed a three-year financing agreement with Gira Impuhwe NGO, to support it in its socio-economic development activities. Gira Impuhwe is a local non-governmental organization (NGO) created in 1990 and based in Nyanza district which carries out various socio-economic development activities including […]

UNIBRA is looking for an exceptional Brewery Director to join in East and Central Africa.

INTRODUCTION Unibra is a Belgian family-owned company founded in 1960 but with artisan-brewer roots and a commitment to flavour and tradition going back to 1829. We are a genuine family business with a long history and proven track record. Unibra is in two business sectors namely: Beer production and distribution in Africa and Real Estate. […]

SKOL Brewery Ltd supports vulnerable families around the factory

SKOL Brewery Ltd, the manufacturing company that produces SKOL and Virunga beer and water brands characterized by superior quality, reiterated its annual support to vulnerable families living around the factory as part of the company’s corporate social responsibility initiatives towards the community by providing health insurance for 2021-22 to support some members of the community. […]

How SKOL Brewery Ltd Rwanda thrilled Arsenal fans that won flight tickets

On 18th December 2018, English Football Club Arsenal announced partnership deal with SKOL Brewery Ltd Rwanda. In January 2019, SKOL Brewery Ltd Rwanda shed light on the deal inked with Arsenal in a press briefing. At the time, the brewer explained that the partnership will see enthusiasts of SKOL drinks standing chance to win flight […]

SKOL BREWERY LTD extend Rayon Sports Association sponsorship deal until 2023

Nine-time Rwandan champions, Rayon Sports, and Skol brewery have agreed to a new three-year sponsorship package until the end of the 2020/23 season. The new deal, the largest signed by any Rwandan football club and one of the biggest in Rwandan football history, is worth more than Rwf200 million annually. While announcing the sponsorship extension […]

Rayon Sports starts nationwide fan registration campaign

Rayon Sports have kicked off a nationwide fan registration process that intends to inform the club about the accurate data of the club’s fan base. Fans of the Blues will have to register their names and their current district of residence and automatically become an official fan of the Blues. Registration will be done through […]