Paratus reaffirms support for desert dash
The legendary 401 km, 24-hour mountain-bike race takes place on 5th and 6th December 2025, challenging more than 1,000 local and international cyclists to traverse the Namib.This extraordinary single-stage race begins at Grove Mall in Windhoek and finishes at Platz Am Meer Mall in Swakopmund, cutting across the vast and unforgiving landscapes of the world’s oldest desert. Every year, the Desert Dash attracts cyclists from across Namibia and abroad each bringing their own story, determination and grit as they push towards the finish line.
As part of its continued support, Paratus Namibia will be present at Bloedkoppe. The team will host an engagement stand to welcome families, friends and supporters as they celebrate the riders.
A number of Paratus-affiliated riders will be taking part in this year’s event, including employees and supported participants, collectively representing the company’s values of endurance, teamwork and resilience.
Andrew Hall, Managing Director of Paratus Namibia, said: “The Desert Dash is a unique Namibian celebration of, courage, stamina and community. It brings people together and showcases the strength and determination of all the mountain bikers who take on the desert. As a headline sponsor, we are proud to support an event that means so much to our nation and to stand behind the cyclists as they take on this extraordinary challenge.”
Paratus Namibia looks forward to supporting the riders, celebrating their accomplishments, and strengthening connections between Windhoek and Swakopmund throughout this iconic event.