Africa Eco Race

14 days of pure rally-raid spirit, 195 staff members, 3 medical helicopters, 20 healthcare professionals, and over 30 nationalities represented: the Africa Eco Race is more than just a rally. It’s a human and sporting odyssey, culminating at the legendary...

It’s official: as of April 30 at 9:00 PM, registration is open for the 17th edition of the Africa Eco Race! This marks the beginning of a new era for this legendary rally-raid – still rooted in the authentic spirit...

The registration for the Africa Eco Race 2026 is officially open! From January 24 to February 7, 2026, this legendary desert rally will take place once again, featuring an updated format, improved logistics, and a brand-new route. This edition promises...

The competitors of the 2025 Africa Eco Race left Mauritania for Senegal this morning. The stage included a total of 317 km, with a new 82 km special around Mpal. Sand and complex navigation marked this stage, with numerous tracks...

And then the rally is suddenly in Senegal. Between Mauritania and Senegal lies a road, or rather a dilapidated track. Locals call this road “the dike,” and that perfectly describes what it is. You can try to make your way...

Stage 10 took competitors to Nouakchott, the capital of Mauritania, for the final special stage in the country. The day consisted of 474 km in total, including 409 km of timed sections. The route featured challenging navigation and plenty of...

Maarten Buitenhuis is participating in the Africa Eco Race on an electric motorcycle from Arctic Leopard. The Chinese brand launched the project in 2022 with the help of French Dakar veteran Willy Jobart. The goal: to compete in the Dakar...