About SAES
The Southern African Endurance Series is a racing competition that tests the limits of both drivers and their vehicles. It consists of multiple endurance
races held across various tracks in Southern Africa.
Teams compete in different classes based on the specifications of their cars. Each race can last several hours, requiring teams to strategize on driver changes, fuel management, and vehicle maintenance. Points are awarded based on finishing positions, and these accumulate over the season to determine the overall series champions.
This series not only challenges the participants’ skill and stamina but also showcases the engineering prowess of the vehicles. 90% Owned by Mr Xolile Letlaka, the first Black National circuit racing promoter in South Africa.
Endurance racing has a rich history in South Africa, dating back to 1956. The first Southern African Endurance Series race took place in 2011, featuring competitors from various regions.
Presently, over 200 participants compete across six rounds in seven unique categories throughout the country.
The annual 9 Hours event at the prestigious Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit draws the largest crowd of both spectators and competitors. In the 2024 season, participants hailed from 16 different countries.
In South Africa, approximately 81.4% of the population is identified as Black African. Historically, this group has faced exclusion from motorsport, as the entire Black population has been systematically marginalized. Mr. Letlaka aims to alter these statistics through various initiatives by SAES and ART, promoting inclusivity and creating more opportunities for those who have been previously disadvantaged. To realize this vision, the series requires funding from both the government and private sectors, as these socially responsible projects will also address youth unemployment.
what is ART ?
The objective is to identify learners as early as Grade Eight who demonstrate exceptional skills in Mathematics and Science, along with a strong passion for pursuing a career in the motorsport industry. We aim to financially support these individuals throughout their tertiary education, nurturing them into the next generation of engineers
and technicians.
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