Umar Dauda
- Nationality: Ugandan
- Date of Birth: 9 June 1992
- Co-driver: Steven Bunya
- Car: Mitsubishi Evo X
- Team: WID
- Class: NRC
Overview
Born on 9th June 1992 at Lubaga Hospital, Umar Dauda’s journey into rallying feels almost pre-written.
Raised in Lubaga, motorsport runs deep in his roots his father once danced with the same dust and gravel that now define Dauda’s life.
Today, he stands tall among Uganda’s most accomplished drivers of his generation.
Dauda is widely respected for his exceptional car control and instinctive driving style. Mention a Scandinavian flick, and he’s the kind of driver who executes it with precision and flair, leaving spectators in awe.
His career has had its fair share of ups and downs, but his standout moment came in 2022 when he conquered the UMC Fort Portal Rally in an aging Mitsubishi Evo 6 proving that sometimes it’s not the car, it’s the driver (and maybe a bit of stubbornness).
He returned the following year and did it again, just in case anyone thought it was luck.
Vehicle
Dauda’s loyalty to Mitsubishi is almost romantic. From the Evo 4 to the Evo 6, and now the Evo X, he has stuck with the brand like a man who refuses to switch teams even when his friends suggest “trying something new.”, he has now stepped into the more refined and powerful Mitsubishi Evo X.
This latest upgrade has elevated his game, giving him the speed and reliability to challenge the front runners consistently.
With the Evo X beneath him, Dauda isn’t just competing he’s disrupting the natural order.
Co-driver Partnership
Behind every great driver is a voice they trust blindly, and for Dauda, that voice belongs to Steven Bunya.
More than just a co-driver, Bunya is a long-time friend whose calm demeanor and ever-present smile contrast beautifully with the chaos of rally stages.
Their chemistry is undeniable. Communication is seamless, trust is absolute, and together they form a unit that thrives under pressure.
Watching them in action is witnessing a partnership that blends precision with passion two minds operating as one at high speed.
Shell V-Power Pearl of Africa Uganda Rally 2026 Expectations
Heading into the 2026 Pearl of Africa Uganda Rally, Dauda and Bunya arrive with momentum and intent.
Fresh off a commanding performance in Mbarara, where they showcased blistering pace, the mission is clear maximum points, no compromises.
Beyond personal glory, they carry the weight of national pride.
With a strong foreign contingent expected, Dauda will be one of the key figures tasked with defending Uganda’s honor on home soil.
