BY PHUMZILE NDLOVU
SIDVOKODVO – Mark your calendars for the 32nd Swazi Rally!
The date has officially been set for the 32 edition of Swazi Rally, which attracts bikers from neighbouring countries and local ones.
This year’s Swazi Rally Eswatini will be held from 29-31 August 2025 at the Riders Ranch in Sidvokodvo. The announcement was made via the social media platforms today (4 April 2025).
The post read in part… “The ultimate biking festival returns, bigger and better than ever! Stay tuned for more details! “
It is worth noting that more details will be announced soon.
Swazi Rally Eswatini is a three-day annual international motorcycling rally held at Sidvokodvo Riders Ranch. It attracts thousands of music enthusiasts from around the world. The first rally was held in 1993. It is organised by Carlos Paiver and his wife, Sonia, and a dedicated team.
The colourful biker’s festival attracts tourists and bikers from South Africa, Cape Town, Durban, Johannesburg, Mpumalanga, Mozambique, Botswana, and other countries.
Last year it was held on August 30 to September 1, 2024, at Sidvokodvo Riders Ranch.For the first time, patrons experienced traditional performances, purchase crafts, and more at the new Cultural Village, which was launched by Minister of Sports Arts and Youth Affairs Bongani Nzima .
The three-day event is one of the many attractions in Eswatini, as it attracts bikers from Cape Town, Durban, Johannesburg, Mozambique and other neighbouring countries. The headliner for the 31st edition was headlined by South African DJ Voodoo and Kaygee the Vibe. Local artists included Country Music duo Dusty and Stones, DJ MBO, DJ Lue, DJ Zoleka, Dope Deep, Obsession, and Sgitha and many more.
Some of the car spinners included ; Nkosikhona, Bad Company, Makopas, Y& Sons, Team Brema, Eddi Honwin, Jigzo, and Lihle.
This year marks the 32st anniversary of the rally.
