Tanzania, May 21 -- Dar es Salaam. More than 15 drivers are expected to compete in the upcoming Mkwawa Pure Drinking Water Rally, scheduled to take place early next month in Iringa Region, in what organisers say will be one of the most competitive motorsport events in the area this season.

The announcement was made by Iringa Region Motorsport chairman Robert Maneno in an interview with *The Citizen* yesterday, as preparations for the event continue to gather momentum.

Maneno said the 129-kilometre rally will be staged at MT Huwel's Farm, a location that has previously hosted motorsport activities and is expected to provide a challenging terrain for both experienced and upcoming drivers.

He noted that this year's edition has attracted s...