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December 29, 2025
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Why spectators will have even more fun in 2026 Safari Rally showdown

Why spectators will have even more fun in 2026 Safari Rally showdown

For the first time since the return of the Safari Rally to the World Rally Championship (WRC) calendar, spectators will get to watch the event shakedown during the 2026 edition...

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The 2026 Safari Rally in Kenya will offer spectators a new experience, including public access to the event shakedown for the first time since the rally's return to the World Rally Championship (WRC) calendar. The entire rally, scheduled for March 12-15, will be exclusively held in Naivasha, departing from the long-standing tradition of starting in Nairobi due to new FIA WRC sporting regulations.

  • The spectators will be able to watch the shakedown on Thursday, March 19, in Nawisa, located near the Service Park.
  • CEO Charles Gacheru cited FIA WRC sporting regulations requiring the rally to start on a Thursday and end on a Sunday, preventing a Nairobi start.
  • The 2026 WRC Safari Rally will be the sixth edition since Kenya rejoined the global championship in 2021.

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