Yasin Nasser

Nationality: Ugandan
Date of Birth: 20th December 1981
Co-driver: Ali Katumba
Car: Ford Fiesta R5
Team: Moil Rally Team

Overview:
Yasin Nasser stands as one of Uganda’s most experienced and accomplished rally drivers. As the reigning African Rally Champion, he ended a 26-year wait for Uganda to reclaim continental honors, cementing his place among the country’s motorsport greats.

Since making his rally debut in 2015 at the UMC Fort Portal Rally, Nasser has built his career on discipline, strategy, and consistency. His approach to rallying is defined by calculated decision-making and a measured driving style that prioritizes results over unnecessary risks.

Driving Style and Strengths:
Nasser is widely recognized as a calm, strategic driver who excels in managing rallies over long distances. His ability to balance pace with caution allows him to remain competitive while minimizing errors. Rather than relying solely on outright speed, he combines consistency with well-timed bursts of pace, enabling him to outperform competitors across entire rally weekends.

This approach played a key role in his rise through the National Rally Championship , where he secured the Ugandan National Rally Championship title through sustained performance and tactical excellence across the season.

Partnership:
Nasser is partnered with Ali Katumba, one of the most experienced co-drivers in the region. Their partnership has developed into one of the strongest combinations in Ugandan rallying, built on clear communication, trust, and shared focus. Katumba’s precise pace notes and leadership from the co-driver’s seat have been instrumental in the crew’s success.

Vehicle:
The crew competes in a Ford Fiesta R5 nicknamed “Nemo”, a car well  known for its strong performance, and reliability on African rally gravel stages. Nasser’s experience across different rally machines, from Subarus to modern R5 cars, has enabled him to fully exploit the capabilities of the Fiesta R5 at both national and continental level.

Career Progression:
From his debut in 2015, Nasser has steadily risen through the ranks of Ugandan motorsport, establishing himself as a consistent front-runner. His success at national level laid the foundation for his entry into the African Rally Championship, where he has since achieved continental success.

Pearl of Africa Rally 2026 Outlook:
Heading into the Shell V-Power Pearl of Africa Uganda Rally 2026, Yasin Nasser carries the weight of national expectations as he begins his title defense campaign. Having already launched his 2026 African Rally Championship campaign at the WRC Safari Rally Kenya, he arrives in Uganda focused on securing maximum points on home soil.

In addition to competing for individual honors, Nasser will serve as Team Uganda captain, leading the charge as the nation defends its home turf against strong regional and international competition.

Summary:
As both a national icon and continental champion, he remains a central figure in African rallying, with his sights firmly set on defending his African Rally Championship title and continuing Uganda’s presence at the top of the sport.