Formula 1 Announces 10-Year Grand Prix Deal in Rwanda Starting Early 2030s
Formula 1 will host an African Grand Prix in Rwanda, beginning in the early 2030s under a 10-year contract. The race will be held at a new track in Bugesera, southeast of Kigali, marking Formula 1's return to Africa.
Topeka, KS, October 13, 2026 — Formula 1 is set to return to the African continent with a new Grand Prix planned for Rwanda. The sport has signed a 10-year contract that will see races held starting in the early 2030s.
The new event will be known as the African Grand Prix and will take place at a purpose-built circuit located in the Bugesera region, southeast of the Rwandan capital, Kigali. This development marks a significant moment for Formula 1, as it aims to expand its global footprint and re-establish a presence in a continent where it has not held a race for several decades.
Details regarding the specific start date within the early 2030s and the exact timeline for the track’s construction were not immediately provided. The agreement signifies Formula 1’s commitment to exploring new markets and engaging with a broader fanbase. The selection of Rwanda highlights the country’s growing profile and its potential to host major international sporting events.
The organization behind Formula 1 has been actively seeking opportunities to diversify its race calendar, which currently features events primarily in Europe, Asia, and the Americas. The return to Africa has been a long-discussed goal, and the partnership with Rwanda represents a concrete step towards achieving this objective. Further information concerning the track design, construction phases, and economic impact is anticipated as the project progresses towards its early 2030s commencement.
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