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Collin Matiza
Zimpapers Sports Hub
ZIMBABWEAN motorsport continues to gain momentum on the regional stage after Kart Sport Club member Zaydaan Savania was selected to receive a coveted MSA4 single-seater formula car test with South Africa’s WORR Motorsport, marking another significant milestone for local driver development.
The opportunity, awarded through a partnership between WORR Motorsport and Pole Position Karts, forms part of an ambitious initiative to identify and develop emerging racing talent from across Africa, creating a pathway for young drivers to progress from karting into circuit racing and ultimately compete on the world stage.
For Savania, the selection is the reward for years of dedication and consistent excellence behind the wheel.
A four-time Rotax Club Championship winner, he has established himself as one of the country’s most accomplished kart racers.
The Rotax Challenge Championship is officially approved by Rotax South Africa, ensuring Zimbabwean competitors race under internationally recognised standards while providing a direct link to regional and international motorsport opportunities.
The MSA4 test will give Savania invaluable experience in a purpose-built single-seater race car, exposing him to the demands of formula racing while working alongside the professional engineers and driver coaches at WORR Motorsport.
The experience represents a crucial stepping stone for any driver aspiring to climb the motorsport ladder.
“This opportunity is exactly what grassroots development should be about and is the type of opportunity we have been working towards for the club members” said Pole Position Karts Director Zac Dufty. “It demonstrates the strength of our grassroots karting programme and highlights the potential talent emerging from local competition”
“ Zaydaan has been a fantastic ambassador for Zimbabwean karting, and we are proud to see him taking this important next step. Our partnership with WORR Motorsport is about creating real opportunities for drivers from Africa and Zaydaan’s selection shows that pathway is becoming a reality.”
Dufty said the initiative aligns perfectly with Pole Position Karts’ long-term vision of making motorsport more accessible while developing local talent from the grassroots level.
“Our mission has always been to make motorsport more inclusive by removing barriers to entry and providing a clear development pathway,” he said. “At Pole Position Karts, based at the National Sports Stadium, anyone can experience the excitement of karting, whether through our public arrive-and-drive sessions, our intermediate SODI kart series or by progressing into competitive racing with Kart Sport Club Zimbabwe. We want every young driver to know there is a pathway from their first laps in a kart to competing internationally.”
Over recent years, Pole Position Karts has invested heavily in creating a professional-standard venue while working alongside Kart Sport Club Zimbabwe to establish competitive championships that mirror international best practices. These efforts are begin
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