Rwanda has signed a 10-year deal with Formula 1, bringing the sport back to African soil for the first time since 1993. The races are set to begin in the early 2030s, marking a significant moment for motorsport on the continent.
The agreement positions Rwanda as the gateway for Formula 1's long-awaited return to Africa. No African country has hosted a Grand Prix in over three decades, making this deal one of the more consequential announcements in the sport's recent history.
Details on the specific circuit and race calendar slot are still to come, but the 10-year term signals a serious, long-term commitment from both Formula 1 and the Rwandan government. For African motorsport fans who have waited a generation for this moment, the early 2030s cannot come soon enough.
Originally published by BBC Africa.