DRIVER PROFILE Name: Karan Patel Country: Kenya Co-driver: Tauseef Khan Team: Karan Patel Racing Car Make: Skoda Fabia R5 Main Sponsor: KCB Bank PEARL OF AFRICA RALLY PERFORMANCES • 2024 – 1st • 2023 – DNS (Didn’t Start… not even his alarm clock could save that one) • 2022 – 10th (Just stretching before the […]
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DRIVER PROFILE Name: Jasmeet Chana Nickname: Ice Man Country: Kenya Co-driver: Ravi Chana Team: CRS Racing Car Make: Ford Fiesta R5 Main Sponsor: Rubis PEARL OF AFRICA RALLY PERFORMANCES • 2025 – First appearance! (He’s new here… but don’t mistake that for mercy.) PROFILE & AMBITIONS Known for his calm demeanor and surgical precision behind […]
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DRIVER PROFILE. Name: Samman VohraCountry: KenyaCo-driver: Drew SturrockTeam: Sheffield Racing TeamCar Make: Skoda Fabia R5Main Sponsor: Vohra Group PEARL OF AFRICA RALLY PERFORMANCES OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCES PROFILE & AMBITIONS The son of the former Kenya Motor Sports Federation (KMSF) Chairman, the late JS Vohra, rallying isn’t just in Samman Vohra’s blood it’s probably in his bone […]
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Just like the tombstone rolled away and Jesus rose again okay, not in three days, but after a year that felt longer than an Old Testament genealogy Speed Star Umar Dauda has finally emerged from the motorsport wilderness! And let’s be honest, it wasn’t just a wilderness; it was more like being banished to a […]
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Mwambazi Lawrence As the Shell V-Power Pearl of Africa Uganda Rally 2025 approaches, the competitive tension between Uganda and its regional counterparts is once again at the forefront. A strong contingent of six Kenyan rally crews has officially confirmed their entries, signaling a high-level challenge for top honors at this prestigious event. Among the notable […]
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By Mwambazi Lawrence Jinja, Uganda – May 10, 2024 — The stage is set for an action-packed weekend as the final checks have been completed ahead of tomorrow’s Shell Vpower Pearl of Africa Uganda Rally. Today, rally crews completed their reccee where they familiarized themselves with the course, followed by scrutineering at Shell Amber coat […]
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By Mwambazi lawrence Jinja, Uganda – The city is abuzz with excitement as rally crews begin to descend upon Jinja for the Shell V-Power Pearl of Africa Uganda Rally, one of the most anticipated motorsport events in the region. With engines revving and adrenaline pumping, the stage is set for a high-octane weekend of rally […]
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By Mwambazi lawrence – Kampala, Uganda The African Rally Championship (ARC) 2024 season is gearing up for an electrifying start as celebrated rally driver Ponsiano Lwakataka, also known as “Mafu Mafu,” has officially registered ARC. Lwakataka, known for his daring driving style and competitive spirit, will be accompanied by his co-driver Mugisha Samuel, a seasoned […]
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By Mwambazi Lawrence Jinja, Uganda It’s just five days until the 2024 Pearl of Africa Uganda Rally kicks off, and if you miss it, you better have a good story for the grandkids. With over 37 crews ready to tear up the closed sugar cane plantation routes, this year’s event promises to be a barn-burner. […]
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Background Musisi John Bosco has risen through the ranks of the rally world, beginning as a marshal and transitioning into a formidable codriver. His meticulous approach to rallying and unparalleled focus make him a crucial asset to any team. When the crash helmet goes on, Musisi transforms from a quiet observer into a laser-focused navigator, […]
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