Uganda rally driver Duncan Mubiru, known as Kikankane, will face Tanzania's leading drivers at the Guru Nanak ASAS Rally in Arusha this weekend.
The event runs from November 14 to 15 and serves as the final round of the 2026 Tanzania National Rally Championship.
Mubiru, navigated by Hamza Lwanga in a Ford Fiesta Proto, earned the invitation after back-to-back victories in Kyenjojo-Kamwenge and Gulu.
He joins an ASAS Rally Team line-up that includes Kenyan Jasmeet Chana, veteran Ian Duncan and championship contender Manveer Birdi.
Defending champion Ahmed Huwel and Birdi are set to battle for the national title among an expected 25 crews.
Mubiru said the team support gives him a platform to build towards the 2027 World Rally Championship Safari Rally in Kenya.
He has previously competed in Tanzania under the Azania brand and views Arusha as another step in his regional campaign.
The Ugandan plans to upgrade from his Ford Fiesta Proto to a Skoda Fabia R5 for a stronger 2027 assault.
Arusha Motor Sports Club secretary Monica Lyimo confirmed all stage designs and logistics are finalised for a successful rally.
Mubiru's service crew departed Kampala on Sunday while he and Lwanga flew out on Tuesday ahead of the weekend action.
Key details
- Event: Guru Nanak ASAS Rally of Tanzania
- Dates: November 14-15, 2026
- Location: Makuyuni, Arusha Region
- Entry: 25 crews expected
- Mubiru car: Ford Fiesta Proto
- Co-driver: Hamza Lwanga
- Team: ASAS Rally Team
- Championship: 2026 Tanzania National Rally Championship final round
Source: Uganda Observer
