Formula 1 to Return to Africa After 33 Years with Rwanda Grand Prix

Formula 1 is set to return to Africa after more than three decades away, following the announcement of a 10-year agreement with Rwanda.

The championship confirmed the deal on 13 October, with the African Grand Prix expected to join the calendar in the early 2030s. The first race is planned for 2030.

Rwanda's plans include the construction of a purpose-built circuit in the Bugesera area, near the capital city of Kigali.

The last Formula 1 race held in Africa took place on 14 March 1993. Alain Prost won the South African Grand Prix at Kyalami for Williams, finishing ahead of team-mate Damon Hill and Ayrton Senna in his McLaren.

Seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton has repeatedly expressed his desire to see Formula 1 return to the African continent, arguing that Africa deserves a place on the championship calendar.

The agreement marks a significant step towards bringing the sport back to the continent, although the circuit project and preparations for the planned race will be crucial to delivering the event.