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The National Rally Championship (NRC) roars back into the Teso sub-region this week, not just as a competitive spectacle but as a pivotal moment in the 2026 title race. The fourth round, scheduled for July 23–25 across Soroti and Katakwi districts, is poised to test the championship’s frontrunners on some of Eastern Uganda’s fastest and […]
Uganda is once again at the center of continental motorsport as the 2026 Shell V-Power Pearl of Africa Uganda Rally revs into action from 7–10 May, doubling as the second round of the FIA African Rally Championship (ARC). Anticipation is surging across the country, with a record 65 crews confirmed for the event—23 of them […]
Uganda’s motorsport fraternity, alongside family and friends, will on May 3, 2026, unite to commemorate one year since the passing of Rajiv Ruparelia—a figure whose influence cut across business, sport, and philanthropy. Designed as both a tribute and a continuation of his values, the anniversary programme blends remembrance with community outreach, underscoring a legacy defined […]
Kampala, Uganda | April 26, 2026 — Ugandan motorsport has reached a defining milestone after the Federation of Motorsport Clubs of Uganda (FMU) confirmed a record-breaking 65 crews for the 2026 Shell V-Power Pearl of Africa Uganda Rally, scheduled for May 7–10 in Mbarara. The unprecedented entry list marks the highest in the rally’s history, […]
The 2026 Pearl of Africa Uganda Rally has been officially launched, ushering in anticipation for one of the region’s premier motorsport spectacles set to roar through Western Uganda next month. The unveiling ceremony, held on Wednesday, April 15 at Mestil Hotel, also confirmed renewed backing from KCB Bank Uganda, who have committed UGX 80 million […]
BY FRANK KAHEESI & HENRY MBAZIIRA Unlike the joy and celebration that followed his WRC Safari Rally Kenya victory, Japanese driver Takamoto Katsuta barely celebrated his last-minute win at Rally Croatia. The reason was simple: probable winner Thierry Neuville and co-driver Martin Wydaeghe lost it all just kilometers from the end of Sunday’s Power Stage […]
Uganda’s sporting excellence was once again celebrated at the Fortebet Real Stars Sports Monthly Awards, with standout performers across multiple disciplines recognized for their exceptional March displays. Rally driver Hassan Alwi emerged as one of the headline acts after clinching the top motorsport accolade. Fresh from victory in the opening round of the KCB National […]
By Frank Kaheesi, Mbale Veteran driver Moses Lumala, co-driven by Cedric Buzabo, has dedicated his podium finish to his rally trainer, Maris Neiksan, following a spirited performance over the weekend. Lumala’s push for a stronger result only gained momentum after a candid intervention from Neiksan, who questioned his conservative pace despite the car being mechanically […]