This archive report was first published on 15 May 2020.
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced the postponement of the Safari Rally's return to the World Rally Championships (WRC) circuit to 2021.
According to a statement by Cabinet Secretary Amina Mohamed, the decision was reached after sustained discussions between the Government of Kenya, WRC Promoter, and the International Automobile Association (FIA) since March 2020.
On May 15, 2020, the three entities agreed to postpone the event, citing the impact of the pandemic on global economies, cross-border travel, and mass social engagements.
CS Amina Mohamed expressed gratitude to President Uhuru Kenyatta, FIA President Jean Todt, and WRC Promoter Oliver Ciesla for their unwavering support.
"We will continue to prepare for the event as groundworks are already in top-gear and look forward to welcoming rally professionals, teams, and enthusiasts to Kenya when the event is re-convened next year," Amina added.
Principal Secretary Joe Okudo assured of the Ministry's continued financial support to the Project, while Phineas Kimathi, CEO of the WRC Safari Rally Project, confirmed that the organising teams continue to work hard to deliver a world-class event.
