Rwanda secures decade-long Formula One Grand Prix agreement
Rwanda will host a Formula One Grand Prix under a 10-year agreement announced on Tuesday, ending Africa’s absence from the championship calendar since 1993 and establishing a new racing venue near Kigali. The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) and Formula One confirmed that the African Grand Prix, presented by Visit Rwanda, will begin in the early 2030s, subject to completion of a…
Rwanda announced on Tuesday a 10-year deal to host a Formula One Grand Prix, marking a historic moment for international motorsport by ending Africa’s absence from the championship since 1993. The event, presented by Visit Rwanda, will debut in the early 2030s, contingent on the completion of a new racing circuit near Kigali. The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) and Formula One confirmed the agreement, which requires the construction of a purpose-built, FIA Grade 1-standard circuit located near the country’s new international airport in Bugesera, approximately 40 kilometers south of Kigali.
Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame, along with FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem and Formula One President Stefano Domenicali, made the announcement, emphasizing the construction’s alignment with Rwanda’s economic and sporting goals, including job creation, tourism, and technical education. The FIA promised to work with Formula One Management and partners to ensure the track meets international safety and technical standards throughout its development, with potential benefits also extending to motorsport participation and professional development for young Africans.
Despite the agreement, details regarding the inaugural race’s date, total construction cost, and specific race schedule remain undisclosed as the project progresses.
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