MOSES LUMALA

• Full Name: Moses Lumala
• Nationality: Ugandan
• Profession: Rally Driver, Businessman
• Date of Birth: 1965 (celebrated 60 years in 2025)
• Place of Birth: Katwe-Kinyolo, Kampala, Uganda
• Discipline: Motorsport (Rallying)
• Active Era: 1990s – early 2000s (with recent comeback appearances)
• Known For: Two-time Uganda National Rally Champion
• Codriver : Cedric Buzabo
• Car: Ford Fiesta NRC Proto
• Team: Nippon Rally Team

Overview

Moses Lumala is a celebrated Ugandan rally driver and businessman, born in Katwe-Kinyolo, Kampala around 1965. A two-time Uganda National Rally Champion, Lumala is widely regarded as one of the pioneers of modern motorsport in Uganda. Rising from humble beginnings, he built a legacy defined by resilience, passion, and a sharp business mind because in rallying, if your driving doesn’t shake competitors, your budget definitely should.

Entry into Motorsport

Before stepping into rallying, Lumala had a background in football, featuring for clubs such as KCC FC (now KCCA FC) and UCB FC. Known for his work rate on the pitch, he also showed early signs of entrepreneurship, sometimes doing business on the sidelines. It’s said that while others were chasing the ball, Lumala was already thinking about the next deal clearly preparing for a future where he would chase apexes instead of defenders.

His rally career took off in the 1990s, where he quickly rose through the ranks to become one of Uganda’s top drivers. He clinched his first national championship in 1999 and added a second in 2003, proving that in rallying, consistency is king because as they say, “to finish first, first you must finish… ideally with all four wheels still in negotiations with the road.”

Codriver Partnership

Throughout his career, Lumala worked with several experienced co-drivers who played a key role in his championships successe such as Moses Matovu and currently with Cedric Buzabo. While specific long-term partnerships evolved over time, his ability to build strong communication and trust in the cockpit was a major factor in his consistency. After all, in rallying, if you don’t trust your co-driver, even “flat out” starts to sound like bad life advice.

Vehicle

Lumala’s career has spanned multiple generations of rally cars. He competed in iconic machines such as the Toyota Celica ST185, Toyota Levin, and later Mitsubishi Evolution models. In recent years, he has also been seen in modern machinery like the Ford Fiesta NRC Proto. His adaptability across eras highlights his deep understanding of rallying whether dealing with old-school turbo lag that arrives “next week” or modern power that tries to send you sightseeing off the racing line.

Shell V-Power Pearl of Africa Uganda Rally Outlook

Following his return to competitive action in 2025, Lumala remains a crowd favorite heading into events like the Pearl of Africa Uganda Rally. While younger drivers bring speed and aggression, Lumala brings unmatched experience and race craft. His knowledge of the sport and ability to manage demanding stages make him a wildcard capable of surprising the field while reminding everyone that experience never retires.

Summary

Moses Lumala is a true icon of Ugandan motorsport. From his championship-winning years in the 1990s and early 2000s to his remarkable comeback appearances, his legacy continues to inspire generations. A successful businessman and mentor, Lumala has played a vital role in shaping rallying in Uganda. His passion for the sport remains as strong as ever proving that while cars may change and stages evolve, true racers never really lift off the throttle.