This archive report was first published on 1 November 2019.
Published on November 1, 2019, the East African Safari Classic Rally is set to take place from November 28 to December 6, with Tanzania hosting two of the longest competitive stages.
The rally will cover a total distance of 4500kms, with 1700kms being competitive distance. The longest stage in Tanzania will be 157kms, while the other will be 150kms.
General Manager of the East African Safari Rally Limited, Pipe Renu, confirmed the development after final route checks in Tanzania. Renu expressed satisfaction with the preparations, noting that there were rains but not of major concern.
Speaking during the announcement, Country Marketing Manager Vivo Energy Kenya Mark Senteu recognized the distinctiveness of the rally and why its participants should only use the very best fuel. "Top, unique and one of a kind prestigious event such as the Classic rally deserves our best fuel ever Shell V-Power," he said.
As part of its sponsorship, Vivo Energy will provide Avgas to four rally drivers and fuel for all marshal vehicles throughout the rally period. The company's sponsorship is valued at approximately Sh2.7 million.
The East Africa Safari Rally Classic will start from the Whitesands Hotel in Mombasa on November 28 and conclude at the Mombasa Cement on Friday, December 6.
