Rwanda to host F1's first race in Africa since 1993
Rwanda has signed a 10-year agreement to host a Formula 1 Grand Prix starting in the early 2030s on a new circuit in Bugesera. This marks the return of F1 to the African continent for the first time since 1993, aiming to expand the sport's global footprint.
Why it matters
This is a significant geopolitical and sporting development, signaling Africa's growing role in hosting major international sporting events.
Image source, Formula 1 Image caption, The new track near Kigali has been designed to exploit Rwanda's natural landscape
F1 Correspondent Published 10 minutes ago Rwanda has signed a 10-year deal with Formula 1 to host races in the African country, starting "in the early 2030s".
The event - to be held on a new, purpose-built circuit in Bugesera, 25 miles south of the capital Kigali and next to the city's new international airport - will be the first F1 race in Africa since 1993.
A statement from F1 said the project came as a result of "years of collaboration to ensure the right foundations, with the best partner, are in place to deliver a successful, sustainable and world-class grand prix for generations to come".
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