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Safari Rally Kenya Set to Host World Rally Championship

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Nyakundi Report

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This archive report was first published on 2 July 2019.

The Safari Rally Kenya is set to host the world rally championship from 5th to 7th July, with the event kicking off at Kasarani and culminating in Naivasha. The event will run as a FIA World Rally Championship (WRC) Candidate.

According to the CEO of the project, Phineas Kimathi, the public will have access to watch the event from Mwiki road, with marshals and security agents directing them. The super special stage drive will be the highlight of the opening day, with fans treated to a direct watch of the event at the Moi Stadium, Kasarani open grounds.

Drivers will drive through the vast Nairobi, Kiambu, and Naivasha counties this weekend, with rally action taking place in Nairobi and Kiambu counties on 5th and 6th July. The drivers will then head to Naivasha for the battle for speed and glory.

The government has received massive support from the government, with the Principal Secretary for Sports, Ambassador Peter Kaberia, stating that they are working together to ensure the event runs smoothly. He hailed the organizers of the event, stating that there is a need to start sporting events that are family-friendly.

Auto racing teams from Hyundai and M-Sport have sent officials to Kenya in time for the reconnaissance of the 2019 Safari Rally.

Published on July 2, 2019, at 1:09 PM.

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