From Autoweek · Phillip Horton · · 1m 10s
F1 Returns to Africa with Rwanda Grand Prix
Formula 1 to host first African Grand Prix in Rwanda by 2030.
In brief
Formula 1 to host first African Grand Prix in Rwanda by 2030. Formula 1 will race in Rwanda starting in the early 2030s for a 10-year deal, bringing the championship to Africa for the first time since 1993. Originally reported by Autoweek.
F1 Announces African Grand Prix
Formula 1 has announced the African Grand Prix will join the calendar in the 2030s on a 10-year deal.
Rwanda to Host Event
The event will be held near Rwanda’s capital Kigali in Bugesera, 25 miles south of the city.
FIA President Domenicali
Formula 1 President and CEO Stefano Domenicali called it a landmark moment for racing to return to every inhabited continent.
Rwanda’s President Kagame
Rwanda’s President Kagame praised the deal as a landmark moment for the country and the continent.
Economic Impact
The circuit will create jobs, tourism, skills development, and business growth for decades to come.
African Fan Base
Africa has more than 100 million Formula 1 fans, many of whom are young people aspiring to be drivers.
What matters most
Formula 1 will race in Rwanda starting in the early 2030s for a 10-year deal, bringing the championship to Africa for the first time since 1993.
