2026 SAFARI RALLY UNDERWAY IN NAIVASHA

The much-anticipated WRC Safari Rally Kenya 2026 is officially underway in Naivasha, Nakuru County, after a ceremonial start that was flagged off by H.E Prof. Kithure Kindiki, Deputy President of Kenya, at the Wildlife Training and Research Institute (WTRI). Speaking during the event, DP Kindiki said the government has provided adequate resources and security to ensure a successful and exciting 2026 Safari Rally. He also reiterated that Kenya is proud to continue hosting one of the special series of the World Rally Championship (WRC) every year, wishing rally drivers and enthusiasts an unforgettable, thrilling experience over the next four days. “We are looking forward to a very exciting safari rally. Last year, we had 400,000 in-person attendees; this year, we expect 600,000. We had 10, 000 guests from East Africa, and we expect more this year. Between Thursday and Sunday, we will have over 80 million viewers across the world,” he added. Kindiki was accompanied by Nakuru Governor, Susan Kihika, Cabinet Secretary for Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports, Salim Mvurya, and his Tourism and Wildlife counterpart, Rebecca Miano, Principal Secretary for Sports, Elijah Mwangi, and Tourism PS, John Ololtuaa, senior government officials, and event sponsors.