The BEYOND THE THROTTLE Masterclass Series is set to begin on Thursday, 30 July 2026 at 8:00 PM, bringing riders together for six months of learning, discussion, and growth.
The opening session will be presented by Sugarr and Dr. Prescott, focusing on Advanced Road Survival & Infrastructure. Riders will gain practical insights to help them stay safer on the road while contributing to a stronger riding culture.
Throughout the series, participants will also explore topics such as The Mind, Machine & Culture, The Legal Lane & Regulatory Engagement, Biker Ergonomics & Fitness, and many more.
Sessions will be streamed live on Zoom and Instagram Live, giving riders from across Nigeria the opportunity to connect, learn, and share experiences.
For more information, contact Nengimote Hanson on +234 803 749 3169.
Join the journey and help shape the future of biking culture in Nigeria.
Riders from across Africa and beyond are invited to be part of Biker’s Family Fest Edition 12, taking place on 8 and 9 August 2026 at The Waterfront, Karen, Nairobi, Kenya.
Whether you’re riding in from a neighbouring country or travelling from further afield, this is your opportunity to join thousands of fellow motorcyclists for a weekend celebrating the biking community.
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Event: Biker’s Family Fest Edition 12 Date: 8 and 9 August 2026 Venue: The Waterfront, Karen, Nairobi, Kenya
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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
The 2026 Durban-Johannesburg (DJ) Rally, held on March 13-14, saw both a new winning rider and a new winning motorcycle brand, with Neville Nicolau taking top honours on his sixth DJ, while his motorcycle gave BMW its first win in this prestigious classic motorcycle regularity rally. The BMW is a 750 cc R12 model, made in 1935 and was owned previously by Gawie Nienaber, who rode it in 20 DJ Rallies This annual event began as a road race on public roads between the two cities from 1913 to 1936, after which it was cancelled on the grounds of safety. During this period all except one of the races was won by a British motorcycle. (Neville has pointed out that BMW only started making motorcycles in 1923!)
In 1970 the DJ event was resuscitated as a regularity rally, where competitors are required to run at set average speeds and late or early arrival at the various time check controls on the route are penalised in seconds. Motorcycles entered in these commemorative rallies need to have been made before 1937, in keeping with the timespan of the original road race.
Previous winning brands have been overwhelmingly from the United Kingdom, with Harley Davidson, from the United States, the only odd-one-out with wins in 1921, 1977 and 2002, until BMW’s success this year.
Neville, a retired mining engineer who was formerly CEO of Anglo Platinum, is responsible for the immaculate preparation of all his motorcycles. Neville’s wife, Helen, took part in the event for the second time and finished 33rd on a 1936 350 cc Ariel Red Hunter. Neville and his wife are avid motorcyclists, and this year spent the month of January riding 4 500 km on modern 1300 cc BMWs in New Zealand so missed the “warm-up” Pre-DJ Rally. The couple have previously toured the US, Australia, and Europe on motorcycles.
Second place this year was filled by Gavin Walton, who has won the DJ seven times previously. He rode his 1936 500 cc AJS which once again performed faultlessly. Walton recorded the lowest score on the second day, after Nicolau had led the way after winning the first day.
Third place was filled by Mike Venables on a 1933 500 cc BSA Blue Star. Only 138 seconds error from 74 check points separated the top three finishers, with Venables a first timer on the podium.
Adrian Hollis, who was fourth on his 1935 600 cc Sunbeam Lion, is a previous DJ Rally winner, having taken top spot in 2000 riding the Sunbeam with Michelle Lange as his passenger in a sidecar. However, the rules decreed only solo motorcycles could win the event overall so the official winner that year was Leo Middelburg, who was Clerk of the Course of the 2026 DJ Rally. Hollis is a consistent top performer who was runner-up to Walton in the 2025 DJ Rally.
MotoGP racer Brad Binder was a surprise last-minute entry this year and fared well, finishing 18th on his father’s 1935 500 cc Sunbeam. Brad’s father, Trevor, riding a 1925 600 cc Indian Scout, was two places ahead of his son, in 16th spot.
This year there were 53 finishers from an original entry of 72, with six competitors having failed to start.
David Holmes (84) was presented with the award for the oldest finisher, while Michael Buchan (23) was the youngest. Benita Palmer was the highest placed woman rider while Garreth Keevey, in 40th place, fared best of the first time riders
Anton Blignaut, a first time entrant, collected awards for riding the oldest motorcycle to finish the event and the highest placed pre-1926 500 cc finisher. This was Peter Gillespie’s 1920 400 cc ABC Sopwith. Blignaut, the son of Alex Blignaut, the first general manager of the Kyalami race circuit, has been involved in motor sport for much of his life but this was his first experience of a DJ Rally.
The DJ Rally is an international event staged on behalf of the Vintage and Veteran Club of South Africa by a committee made up of members from various local motorcycle clubs. Leo Middelburg was Clerk of the Course, this year, assisted by Martin Kaiser. Major sponsors were Motul Classic Oil and insurance broker Paysure.
Top 10 placings were: 1, Neville Nicolau (1935 750 cc BMW), 471 seconds error; 2, Gavin Walton (1936 AJS), 527; 3, Mike Venables (1933 500 BSA Blue Star), 609; 4, Adrian Hollis (1935 Sunbeam), 633; 5, Kevin Walton (1931 BSA Sloper), 689; 6, Ryan Duncan (1934 Norton Model 18), 705; 7, Keith Kendall (1936 Velocette MAC), 849; 8, Jaycee van Rooyen (1936 Ariel Red Hunter), 921; 9, David Pitchford (1929 Sunbeam Model 9), 971; 10, Jayson Anderson (1929 AJS M6), 986.
Brad at start 2026 DJNeville and Helen at finish – DJ 2026NN – DJ 2026NN gets trophy – 2026 DJTop 3 – DJ 2026Trevor and Brad – 2026 DJ start
