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Rwanda to Host Formula 1 Grand Prix in 2030

Gilbert Ampofo

10/9/20261 min read

  • Formula 1 is reportedly set to return to Africa in 2030, with Rwanda emerging as the destination after an agreement was reached for the country to host a Grand Prix.

  • Rwanda plans to build a permanent racing circuit near Bugesera International Airport, about 40 kilometres from the capital Kigali, to meet the requirements of hosting the world’s premier motorsport championship.

  • President Paul Kagame has been central to Rwanda’s F1 ambitions, while FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem, F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali and seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton have backed the return of the championship to Africa.

  • Formula 1 is reportedly set to return to Africa in 2030, with Rwanda emerging as the destination after an agreement was reached for the country to host a Grand Prix.

  • Rwanda plans to build a permanent racing circuit near Bugesera International Airport, about 40 kilometres from the capital Kigali, to meet the requirements of hosting the world’s premier motorsport championship.

  • President Paul Kagame has been central to Rwanda’s F1 ambitions, while FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem, F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali and seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton have backed the return of the championship to Africa.