The Khawa Dune Challenge returned in roaring style this year, and Desert Rush was there to capture every wild moment. From 4x4s leaping dunes to quadbikes cutting through powdery sand, the competition was fierce — but the community spirit was fiercer. Over 10,000 attendees showed up in the remote village of Khawa, turning the desert into a festival ground.
Desert Rush crews filmed over 40 hours of footage across three days, using drones, helmet cams, and mobile ground teams. Our exclusive interviews with crowd favorites like Moagi "Sandstorm" Lekoba and Ntombi Motsamai reveal just how intense the course was this year. Read on for a full breakdown of the event’s winners, standout vehicles, and our top behind-the-scenes media moments.