Naivasha, Kenya – January 2026 – The Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM) has taken a significant new step in its global mentorship strategy with the successful delivery of the FIM Medical Mentorship Training – Kenya 2025, held from 12–14 December 2025 in Naivasha, Kenya, alongside the Central African Challenge (CAC) Round 2.
Building on the success of the FIM Academy Mentoring Programme in Indonesia and the continued expansion of FIM mentoring initiatives worldwide, this event marked a major milestone as the first mentoring programme ever delivered specifically for an FIM Continental Union (CONU). The initiative represents a unique opportunity to drive structured development at a continental level and to strengthen long-term capacity within African motorcycle sport.
The three-day programme was organised by the FIM Africa Medical Commission in collaboration with the Motorcycle Sports Federation of Kenya (MSFK), and was facilitated by Dr. Roberts Furmanis, member of the FIM Internal Medical Commission (CMI). Medical professionals from Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Rwanda, and Zambia participated, reinforcing cross-border cooperation and knowledge sharing.
The training focused on enhancing medical preparedness and safety at motorcycle sport events while embedding mentorship principles tailored to the African context. Key areas included:
- FIM medical regulations and international standards
- Track-side medical operations and emergency response
- Trauma and concussion management
- Rider assessment and return-to-race protocols
- Mentorship methodologies and sustainable medical development
As the first mentoring initiative implemented at CONU level, the programme provided a strong framework for developing consistent medical standards across the continent. It also created a platform for experienced medical professionals to mentor emerging specialists, ensuring continuity, knowledge transfer, and long-term growth within the region.
Dr. David McManus, FIM Medical Director, highlighted the importance of the initiative: “Delivering the first medical mentoring programme for an FIM Continental Union is a major step forward. It offers an exceptional opportunity to develop medical expertise across Africa and to build a sustainable system that benefits riders, officials, and events throughout the continent.”
Participants welcomed the practical approach and the direct engagement with international experts, noting that the knowledge gained will have an immediate and positive impact on medical operations at national and regional events.
The successful delivery of the FIM Medical Mentorship Training – Kenya 2025 confirms FIM’s commitment to rider safety, mentorship, and structured development at all levels of the sport. The Federation looks forward to expanding CONU-level mentoring initiatives as part of its broader global strategy.