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Joshua Muwanguzi, famously nicknamed the “Omoro Lion” after his electrifying win at the 2023 Auto Cross event in Uganda’s Omoro region, is revving up for another high-stakes’ competition. The 2023 Champion in the CRC (Clubman Rally Championship) category, has firmly established himself as a force to reckon with in Ugandan motorsport.
Now preparing to compete in the Shell V-Power Pearl of Africa Uganda Rally, scheduled for May 8th to 10th in Mbarara, Josh is more than ready and his goal is to win behind the wheel of a Subaru Impreza in the National Rally Championship category, alongside co-driver Katabalwa Robert. The duo aims to make a strong mark in the country’s most prestigious motorsport event.
“My Subaru N12 Car has been tuned to the level of a World Rally Championship car”,Josh roared.
Beyond the rally track, Joshua is also a proud father to rising motorcycling stars Abigail Muwanguzi, known in motorcross as the “Star Girl”, and Alba Muwanguzi, both of whom are making their names in MX50cc category. As the Managing Director of SteadFast Forwarders, Joshua balances business leadership with his high-octane passion for rallying — a true testament to his passion, both on and off the track.
With the Pearl of Africa Rally drawing closer, all eyes will be on the Omoro Lion in his purple car as he looks to conquer Mbarara and extend his legacy in Ugandan motorsport.
The event is proudly powered by Shell V Power, KCB Bank, CocaCola, Roma Motors, Isuzu, One Drop Haven, Lake View Resort Hotel, National Council of Sports, Uganda Peoples Defence Forces,Uganda Police, NAGRC and Fire and Safety Appliances.
