Botswana among countries proposed for Dakar race

According to reports, race organisers are mulling over the idea of bringing the rally back to Africa, with the southern part of the continent being preferred destination.

The race was held in Senegal until 2008 due to security threats in West Africa. It moved to South America where it was contested in three countries, with Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Peru and Paraguay, being some of the hosts. It was until this year when it was hosted in just one country, with the government of Peru committing to host the event. The race directors have since shown interest of bringing the race back to Africa and the negotiations began last year. The organisers are faced with the challenge of determining the route for the Dakar 2020 route with race director, Etienne Lavigne saying they prefer a return to a three-country model.