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He also revealed that the Local Organising Committee is done with the preparations and they are just waiting for the D-day to come.
Sports Cabinet Secretary (CS) Ababu Namwamba is hopeful that Kenya will earn more than what she received last year by hosting this year’s edition of the World Rally Championship (WRC) Safari Rally.
The CS disclosed that during last year’s edition, Kenya was granted approximately Ksh63 billion and he is optimistic that the amount will be increased in this year’s edition.
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09:52 - 17.06.2023
MOTORSPORTS Elfyn Evans reveals major challenge ahead of return to Safari Rally
The Toyota driver is hoping for a better outing at this year's event scheduled for June 22-25 in Naivasha
“When you look at last year’s statistics, Kenya earned approximately Ksh 63 billion and we hope that we’ll earn even more as we prepare to host this year’s event,” Namwamba said.
During last year’s event, Finland’s youngster Kalle Rovanpera took top honours as Welsh driver Elfyn Evans settled for second place. Japan’s Takamoto Katsuta sealed the podium. The trio was driving the Toyota GR Yaris Rally 1.
Speaking about the progress of the preparations, Namwamba revealed that everything is set for the event set to take place from Thursday 22 to Sunday 25 June in Naivasha, Nakuru County.
He revealed that the Local Organising Committee is done with the preparations and they are just waiting for the D-day to come.
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07:40 - 17.06.2023
MOTORSPORTS Most successful Safari Rally drivers
The following drivers have significantly contributed to Kenya's motorsport legacy and are regarded as the most successful Safari Rally drivers.
He added that the international drivers have started jetting in their vehicles ahead of one of the most lucrative events in the country.
“Actually, everything is ready. International drivers have started jetting in their cars and if you head to the command center in Naivasha, you’ll realise that we are on the right course. We are ready to start the event next week on Thursday,” he said.
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19:00 - 16.06.2023
MOTORSPORTS Toyota Gazoo Racing Team hopeful of making history once again as they return for Safari Rally
Reigning world champion Kalle Rovanperä, Elfyn Evans, Sébastien Ogier, and Takamoto Katsuta will be the drivers representing the Toyota Gazoo team.
The CS added that this year’s edition is a special one in the country since Kenya will be celebrating the 70th anniversary of the Safari Rally since the first event was held in 1953.
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