Formula 1 returns to Africa for first time since 1993
Formula 1 returns to the only continent it does not race in currently – barring Antarctica that is – with the Formula 1 African Grand Prix set to join the calendar in the early 2030s. Formula 1 announced a landmark 10-year agreement to bring the sport back to the African continent, with the agreement marking a defining moment in F1’s history that will see the sport return to Africa for the first…
Formula 1 is set to make its first return to Africa since 1993, with the Formula 1 African Grand Prix joining the Formula 1 calendar in the early 2030s. The agreement marks a significant milestone for the sport, as it will race in every inhabited continent for the first time. The first race in Rwanda is expected to take place once a new purpose-built circuit has been completed, located near the capital city, Kigali, and the new Kigali International Airport.
This circuit will be designed to blend with the natural landscape and provide a unique and challenging racing experience, while also offering exceptional viewing opportunities for fans. Beyond race weekends, the venue will serve as a year-round destination for international motorsport events, conferences, and entertainment, driving long-term economic growth and investment in the region.
Stefano Domenicali, President and CEO of F1, stated that this moment is a landmark in Formula 1's history, bringing the World Championship closer to fans around the globe. FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem emphasized the historic significance of the return to Africa, highlighting Rwanda's commitment to delivering a world-class event and the importance of inspiring new generations and developing talent in the sport.
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