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SPECIAL DISCOUNT

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Participate to the TURKMEN DESERT RACE 2018 and get a special discount on your AFRICA ECO RACE 2019 registration

AFRICA ECO RACE IN MOSCOW

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On May 16th the big presentation of marathon rally "AFRICA ECO RACE 2019" took place in the Russian capital - Moscow. About one hundred guests and journalists attended the conference hall of the World Trade Center - Crown Plaza.

HEADING TOWARDS NEW HORIZONS!

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The organization of AFRICA ECO RACE prepares a new adventure in Turkmenistan!  " TURKMEN DESERT RACE " will be held from 11 to 15 September 2018 (checks on 9th & 10th) from Amul to Hazar, entry and exit point for the nomad caravans that followed the " Great Silk Road" in the ancient times. 

Closing the 2018 edition & Novelties

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Now is the end of the tenth chapter of the AFRICA ECO RACE! Jean Louis SCHLESSER and his team wish to thank all of those who took part in the success of this tenth anniversary: competitors, partners, providers, federations and volunteers.

Energy of Hope

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850 solar lamps distributed to Mauritanian and Senegalese schoolchildren to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote access to education.

MEONI FOUNDATION: THE OTHER CHALLENGE

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The 10th edition of the Africa Eco Race officially ended this Sunday, January 14, 2018 at Lac Rose. All competitors were congratulated as they should be after more than 6,000 kilometers travelling across Morocco, Mauritania and Senegal.

12TH STAGE IN SENEGAL

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Last day for all participants of the 10th edition of the Africa Eco Race to honor all those who managed to reach Dakar after more than 6000 kilometers. The Lac Rose welcomed these heroes who have all been able to parade on the podium in front of the public.

11TH STAGE IN MAURITANIA

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The last stage of the 10th edition of the Africa Eco Race was here to confirm the winners of the competition. On a fast track of 219 kilometers, all participants could enjoy the last leg with no pressure and putted an end to their efforts over the last 15 days.

10TH STAGE IN MAURITANIA

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The 10th edition of the Africa Eco Race is giving its best two days before the arrival in Dakar. After the most difficult stage yesterday, the sand is still a big part of the menu for the competitors today with a 453 kilometers leg. You had to be patient on arrival to see the fastest finish two hours behind schedule.

9TH STAGE IN MAURITANIA

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A new loop was on the program of the day allowing a little rest for the assistance and the organization who could stay at the bivouac all day long. Meanwhile, the competitors took part in a 340-kilometer stage through the prestigious dunes of Mauritania. A stage full of suspense and surprises.

8TH STAGE IN MAURITANIA

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After one night without being allowed to approach their vehicles, the competitors took part of the second lef of the marathon this morning. A 439 kilometers leg with beautiful dune passages under a blazing sun was waiting for them. The real difficulty of the Mauritanian sand and the pressure of the race have probably revealed the future winners of the 10th edition of the Africa Eco Race.

7TH STAGE IN MAURITANIA

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The 2nd Mauritanian day launched the famous marathon stage of the 10th edition of the Africa Eco Race. In the first part of this event, the competitors could enjoy a 486 kilometers leg. A day off for the mechanics who does not have the right to approach the cars staying in a "parc fermé" until the start of the 2nd part of the stage tomorrow.