{
  "id": 12584857,
  "title": "MKF ,government hold talks on future of motorsport in Kenya",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/07/mkf-government-hold-talks-on-future-of-motorsport-in-kenya",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-07T08:37:14.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "KBC",
    "slug": "kbc",
    "url": "https://www.kbc.co.ke/mkf-government-hold-talks-on-future-of-motorsport-in-kenya/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On October 10 and 11, 2026, the Shell Autocross and Autocross Plus Championship will return to the Kasarani Sports Complex SSS Grounds in Kenya, highlighting the country's strong motorsport tradition. The Cabinet Secretary for Youth Affairs, Creative Economy, and Sports, Salim Mvurya, chaired a crucial meeting at Talanta Plaza to discuss the future of motorsport in Kenya. The Cabinet Secretary and Principal Secretary underscored their commitment to nurturing grassroots development and youth participation, particularly through the Autocross Championship. The Government is keen on reviving and strengthening the National Rally Championship, providing a clear pathway for Kenyan drivers, teams, and officials to progress in motorsport. Motorsport Kenya Federation Vice President and WRC CEO, Carl Tundo, thanked the Government for its continuous support in rebuilding the sport. The Federation aims to revive Kenyan motorsport, restore Kenya's position as a regional motorsport leader, and create career opportunities for young Kenyans within the sport. The upcoming WRC Safari Rally, set for March 2027, will be a significant platform for Kenya to showcase its sporting, tourism, and commercial potential to the world.",
  "summary": "The meeting provided an opportunity for the Federation and the Government to discuss the progress being made in rebuilding Kenyan motorsport, The post MKF ,government hold talks on future of motorsport in Kenya appeared first on KBC Digital .",
  "key_points": [
    "Shell Autocross and Autocross Plus Championship return to Kenya on Oct 10-11, 2026",
    "Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya chairs meeting on motorsport future",
    "Government committed to grassroots development and youth participation"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}