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After 19 years of waiting, the WRC Safari rally is set to take place this weekend June 23. The Safari rally was first held in 1953 May 27 – June 1 as the East African coronation safari in celebration of the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II. In 1960, it was renamed the East African Safari rally and kept that name until 1974 when it popularly became known as the Safari rally. But since 2003, the event has been part of the African Rally Championship organized by the FIA.

The Safari rally was re-admitted into the WRC championship calendar on 27 September 2019 and was set to make its debut between July 16-19 2020 but was cancelled due to the Covid-19 pandemic but it is making its long-awaited return later this month.

Back in 1953, the first winners of the rally were Kenya’s Alan Dix with his co-driver Johnny Larsen, in a Volkswagen Beetle. Kenyan driver Shekhar Mehta is the most successful in the event with five victories in 1973, 1979, 1980, 1981, and 1982.

Safari is considered to be one of the hardest rally routes, with rough terrains, rocks, and hard gravel, the new breed of international drivers are in for a treat. especially after changing the testing regulations in June 2020 replacing the 42-day testing allocation with just a day for each driver. This means that the drivers will not have ample time to go through the Naivasha roads till they do recce and the shakedown event prior to the main event.

The last WRC Safari rally was in 2002, won by British team Colin McRae and Nicky Grist in their Ford Focus RS. This year, with all eyes on current leader Sebastien Ogier, the event is already one to remember. Ogier, on a zoom call recently said that it means a lot to him to participate in the Safari rally and is excited to add it to his victories. Dani Sordo, Ott Tanak, Thierry Neuville, Takamoto Katsuta, Elfyn Evans, Kalle Rovanpera, and other entry 1 WRC drivers will all get a feel of Kenya’s unpredictable and ever-changing weather in Naivasha and the volcanic stones that will prove hard on the tyres but an all exciting event none the less.

Kenya began a tree-planting initiative of planting 19 million trees to match the nineteen years the rally was absent in their country and with continuous updates, it looks like they are looking good on that promise.

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The Safari Rally: East Africa’s Most Adventurous Sport Event

The Safari Rally is one of Kenya’s most popular sporting events. It draws multi-ethnic crowds from far and wide. During the event, some daredevils try their junks along rally routes oblivious of the danger they court as sports writers, renowned photographers and fun-seekers descend on Kenya every Easter to catch a glimpse of machines struggling through rugged terrain.

What makes the Safari Rally such a memorable event for many is the fanfare and pomp that sets the racing machines off the ramp at the Kenyatta International Conference Centre in Nairobi to various areas of the countryside. On this day, not only do senior Government officials turn up in full force for the colorful flagging-off ceremony, the young and the old come out in droves, to witness the ceremony live.

The Rally which previously covered the three East African countries (Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania) is a household name. To many Kenyans, it rekindles memories of renowned drivers such as Joginder Singh, Shekhar Mehta, Bjorn Waldergaard, Vic Preston Jnr; just to name but a few whose names have been synonymous with the rally event in the 1970s and early 1980s.

Kenya’s much feared Safari Rally is the peak after several small-time rallies run the year round. As part of the World Rally Championship, time and again it is a test of endurance and stamina for the competitors.

Indeed, it is regarded as the world’s most grueling and, of course, toughest motor rally among those classified under the World Rally Championship. World champions have fallen by the wayside, their awesome machines humbled, and unable to go any further. Only a few have completed the rally on their first attempt. And for those who do, it is points added to their WRC rating.

What makes it difficult are the rough roads that make up the route. From the delicate bridges in Kajiado in the heart of Maasailand to thin roads in the heart of the Rift Valley, Kenya’s rally route is most demanding.

A photojournalist was once said: “When you talk about the Safari without cars having mud, nobody will believe you”. Nevertheless, this is an understatement: The Safari Rally is unpredictable, mostly wet but some times very dry. Sections of the route demand very high speeds, in fact higher than it is the case in similar races.

“The Safari Rally today (is) a true battle of giants” says a brochure by the organisers of the Rally. But what was the origin of the competition? How has it developed over time?

This year, the event celebrated its 44th birthday, pulling the biggest number of entrants in 11 years: a record 86 drivers were registered.

The event dates back to 1953, when a ragtag motor rally was held to mark the coronation of Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II. Ironically, no overall winner was declared though 16 of the 57 starters finished. Volkswagen scooped two of the first three positions.

In 1955, the rally was organised under FIA rules; giving it an international appeal. The following year 78 cars finished – probably the highest number yet in the event’s history. In 1962, 35 non-East African drivers participated. Eight years later, the rally acquired its current World Championship status.

In 1960, it was named the East African Safari Rally. That year saw 25 competitors finish out of the eighty-four who started.

It continued to be run around East Africa with competitors from the three countries until political problems arising from the coming to power of Dictator Idi Amin in the early 1970s made it risky to venture into Uganda.

The legendary Kenyan driver, Joginder Singh, won the event several times (1965, 1974, and 1976), becoming the first person to win the Safari three times. However, in 1972 Finland’s Hannu Mikola emerged the victor, becoming the first foreign driver to win the event.

Another Kenyan, Shekhar Mehta, won in 1973. The following year, and for the first time, the event was held only in Kenya. Nevertheless, the Safari Rally maintained its status.

Shekhar Mehta later made history by becoming the only person yet to win the event four times in a row – 1979, 1980, 1981 and 1982.

In 1979, Safari rally Limited was established to oversee the event, and for the first time Marlboro sponsored it.

Waldergaard and Hans Thorzelius, in a Toyota Turbo, set the record by winning the rally at first attempt in 1984. The following year, Finland’s Juha Kankunnen, at 26 years, co-driven by Fred Gallagher from Northern Ireland, became the youngest driver to win the Safari.

A move in 1988 to restructure the routes sparked dissatisfaction among rally fans and even drivers, who thought the event would lose some of the thrill it was well known for. The route was reduced and some rough sections – especially in Western Kenya and the Coast Province – withdrawn.

Despite this, however, some drivers still feel the rally remains the toughest. “It is the worst rally. But it is the best!”, quipped driver Miki Biasion, after winning the rally the second time in a row in 1989.

History was recorded in 1990 when for the first time an African, Patrick Njiru, broke the jinx over Group ‘N’ cars and finished the event in 8th position driving a maiden Subaru Legacy.

At this year’s event, Kenya’s President Moi suggested to the organisers that following the restoration of the East African Co-operation, the rally should revert to its East African status.

It remains to be seen whether this will be implemented as in the recent past, the world television audience has meant that the rally continues to shrink. The other handicap would be the extra expenses from a longer route.

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When you hear the words Safari Rally’, all that comes to mind is the adrenaline-filled thrill of roaring rally vehicles going at break-necking speeds on dusty trails and muddy tracks, flying over hills with sharp turns and near misses of trees. It is an experience that gives all motorsport enthusiasts goosebumps.

Kenya is known as the home of the Safari Rally, one of Africa’s most famous rallies. From the vast savanna rangelands at the base of the Great Rift Valley in Naivasha to the scenic undulating landscapes of Nanyuki, Kenya offers the ultimate terrain for rally competitions. The Kenyan Safari Rally is considered one of the toughest events in the World Rally Championships (WRC), which is the highest level of motorsport discipline of rallying organized by FIA.

Kenya is home to multiple rally tracks that offer some of the most challenging but stunning rally experiences. These locations are notorious for steep inclines, rocky paths, deep potholes, and extreme heat. The best rally drivers can demonstrate their skills in these challenging conditions as they race against the clock.

Hosting the rally events within wildlife conservancies has become synonymous with the Kenyan Safari Rally. Kenya boasts of numerous conservancies that offer access to the diverse flora and fauna of Wild Kenya and play host to numerous fun and sporting activities, such as the Safari Rally. The combination of roaring rally vehicles on dusty and muddy tracks snaking through the expansive grasslands with acacia trees and game animals overlooking from afar is the ultimate Safari Experience.

History of Safari Rally in Kenya

The prestigious Safari Rally traces its roots back to May 27, 1953, when it was known as the East African Coronation Rally as it was a celebration of the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II, who became queen when on holiday in Kenya one year earlier when she learned of the death of her father, King George VI. The East African Coronation Rally traversed Kenya, Uganda, and Tanganyika, now known as Tanzania.

The event grew over the years and was renamed The East African Safari Rally in 1960-1974, where it became Safari Rally and became part of the prestigious World Rally Championships WRC. The rally was later on a brief hiatus from WRC due to financial constraints and safety concerns but made its comeback as East African Safari Rally 2003, which was organized biannually. The event later made its comeback to WRC in 2022.

The rally event is modernized, bringing together the crème de la crème of both local and international rally drivers. The Kenyan Safari Rally event has grown and attracts massive attention from rally enthusiasts globally.

The Safari Rally Experience- Where the Wild Meets the Wheels.

Kenya has a vast network of 54 National Parks and Game Reserves popular for hosting a number of game animals, including the Big Five. It also has numerous wildlife conservancies managed by individual landowners, corporate bodies, groups of owners, or communities for wildlife conservation and other compatible land uses for better livelihoods.

As part of efforts to encourage ecotourism and conservation initiatives, selected conservancies have built racing circuits that host the Safari Rally events. It should be noted that all aspects of biodiversity are protected and preserved during these events, with some of the proceeds directed at conservation efforts.

Competing drivers can race in the circuits at high speeds for long distances on poor roads crossing rivers under fickle weather. Drivers and other rally enthusiasts in the audience get to witness the diverse wildlife from a distance.

It can only be a Safari Rally experience when enthusiasts witness clouds of dust being thrown into the air behind the speeding rally car or rally cars hitting the puddles of muddy water at high speeds. The scene makes the perfect postcard shot.

Naivasha Kenya has become the most common location for hosting this big event. Naivasha has multiple lands under conservancies. Some Kenyan Conservancies hosting Safari Rally events include The Soysambu Conservancy on Lake Elementaita in the Great Rift Valley. Rally enthusiasts get to view the beautiful scenery of Lake Elementaita with Flamingoes and a variety of birds and games. Hell’s Gate also hosts major rally circuits while offering the Safari experience. Other wildlife corridors bordering these conservancies include Oserian, Kedong, Loldia, and Malewa.

Nanyuki is also home to conservancies that host The Safari Rally events. Loldaiga ranch on the Lodaiga Hills near Nanyuki has hosted Rally Championships, attracting some of the best Rally drivers. Ol Pejeta Conservancy occasionally organizes Rally events to raise funds to assist in conservation efforts of endangered animal species. These locations offer stunning sceneries of Mount Kenya Peaks and range lands with numerous wildlife amidst the roaring engines of rally vehicles.

The Safari Rally in the Kenyan Conservancies is indeed a true test of endurance and skill, with only the toughest rally drivers being able to conquer the African Terrain. Be sure not to miss this adrenaline-packed Kenyan Safari Rally.

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A short history of the Safari Rally and photos as M-Sport set up in the Naivasha service park

The Safari Rally was first held in 1953, as the East African Coronation Safari in Kenya, Uganda and Tanganyika, as a celebration of the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II. In 1960 it was renamed the East African Safari Rally and kept that name until 1974 when it became the Kenya Safari Rally.

Widely regarded as one of the most popular African rallies. It made its return to the World Rally Championship (WRC) in 2021 after a 19-year hiatus. The older version of the Safari Rally was notorious for being the most difficult rally in the World championship. Some had said that winning this particular rally was the equivalent of winning three other rallies. The arduous conditions, such as the constantly changing weather and the very rough roads often made life very difficult for team personnel.

Repairs were constantly having to be made to the cars, which added to the elapsed time of the competitors. Frequently, all this work had to be done in intense heat and humidity. The event adopted the special stage format in 1996. From that edition until 2002, it featured over 1000 km of timed stages, with stages well over 60 kilometres long, unlike most rallies which had under 500 kilometres of total timed distance.

The event exited from the WRC calendar in 2003. Since 2003 the event has been part of the FIA African Rally Championship, organized by the Kenya Motorsports Federation. The 2021 rally ran successfully between 23rd and 27th June, earning it’s rightful place back amongst the greatest WRC events in the world. The world was intrigued as to how Safari Rally could fit into a modern WRC. Central service, modern cars etc.

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