Kindiki says government will continue paying WRC affiliation fees
The government will continue paying affiliation fees for WRC Safari Rally and other related fees owed to Federation of International Automobile (FIA), Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has said...
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Kenya's government will continue paying affiliation and related fees for the WRC Safari Rally, signaling ongoing support for the event as a major sports tourism driver.
- The government commits to paying approximately Sh400 million annually in fees to the Federation of International Automobile (FIA).
- The commitment was announced by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki during the ceremonial start of the WRC Safari Rally in Naivasha.
- Emphasis was also placed on nurturing young talent to ensure the future of motorsports in Kenya and the continued success of the WRC Safari Rally.
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