Nairobi, Kenya – May 17, 2026
The Zambia High Commission in Nairobi today officially flagged off a delegation of adventure motorcyclists traveling overland from East Africa to Livingstone, Zambia, to participate in the highly anticipated Africa Bike Culture Festival, scheduled to take place from May 22 to 25, 2026.
The colorful ceremony, held at the Zambia High Commission in Nairobi, brought together diplomats, motorcycle sports leaders, touring enthusiasts, and riders from Kenya and across the East African region in a celebration of friendship, unity, tourism, and African cultural exchange.
Speaking during the event, Mr. Exnobert Zulu, Chargé d’Affaires at the Zambia High Commission in Nairobi, described the occasion as more than simply the beginning of a road trip, but rather “a celebration of friendship, adventure, unity, and the enduring bonds between the people of Kenya and Zambia.”
“It is a pleasure and an honor to stand before you today as we officially flag off this remarkable journey by our Kenyan biker friends traveling by road to the Republic of Zambia,” Mr. Zulu said.
He emphasized that the journey reflects the spirit of African connectivity and people-to-people diplomacy aimed at strengthening cooperation between the two sister nations.
“A man who causes kinsmen to feast does not do so to save them from starving; they all have food in their own homes. When we gather together in the moonlit village ground, it is not because of the moon; every man can see it in his own compound. We come together because it is good for kinsmen to do so.”
Mr. Zulu added that gatherings such as the bikers’ expedition symbolize the importance of African unity and shared experiences across borders.
The delegation is being coordinated by Beyond Sports Kenya and the Motorcycle Sports Federation of Kenya (MSFK) under the leadership of Mr. Sammy Mwongera Kiumbe, Director of Beyond Sports Kenya and Chairman of the Leisure and Touring Commission at MSFK under Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM).
Mr. Kiumbe revealed that the East African contingent includes riders from Kenya, Uganda, Burundi, and Tanzania, all converging en route to Livingstone for the continental biking festival.
“We are leading a delegation of adventure motorcyclists from across East Africa traveling to Zambia for the Africa Bike Culture Festival in Livingstone,” he said. “This is not just about motorcycles; it is about culture, tourism, partnership, and African brotherhood.”
He explained that riders from Uganda and Burundi had already begun their journeys and would join the Kenyan delegation in Tanzania before crossing into Zambia through the Tunduma Border Post on May 20.
The Kenyan team consists of 15 participants, including riders, a support van, and accompanying crew traveling from different parts of the country, including the Coast region.
Mr. Kiumbe also paid tribute to a Ugandan rider who had intended to participate in the expedition but sadly passed away following a road accident weeks before the event.
“We felt it was important to stand with and comfort our brothers in Uganda,” he said solemnly.
He commended the Zambia High Commission for its hospitality and support for the touring initiative, noting that the growing partnership between the biking community and Zambia’s tourism sector presents significant opportunities for regional tourism promotion and cultural exchange.
The Africa Bike Culture Festival in Livingstone is expected to attract riders and touring enthusiasts from across Southern, Eastern, and Central Africa, including participants from Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Angola, South Africa, and several East African nations.
The event is expected to promote regional integration, adventure tourism, and cross-border cultural experiences while showcasing Zambia’s tourism potential, including the world-famous Victoria Falls in Livingstone.
Issued by:
Zambia High Commission in Nairobi
Nairobi@grz.gov.zm
