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Paul Kagame - Rwanda President

LATEST: Rwanda to host F1 African Grand Prix

Rwanda will host the F1 African Grand Prix after Visit Rwanda signed a 10-year agreement with Formula 1 bringing back the sport to Africa for the first time since 1993 in South Africa.

Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit, Melbourne, Australia - March 6, 2026 Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton during practice

Lewis Hamilton vows not to retire until Formula One returns to Africa

Seven-time Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton says he has no plans to retire before a Grand Prix returns to Africa.

Kyalami

SA government formally endorse bid for Formula 1 hosting rights

Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni has confirmed that South Africa's bid to bring Formula 1 back to the country has been endorsed by government.

Liyema Letlaka

Its a step forward for the motorsport fraternity in Africa - Liyema Letlaka

Southern Africa Endurance Series acting CEO Liyema Letlaka has expressed her excitement after the FIA’s approval for the Kyalami Grand Prix circuit to undergo Grade 1 upgrades.

Kyalami

Kyalami charges toward F1 return with FIA approval

Kyalami's owners have announced that the FIA has approved their plans to elevate the South African circuit to Grade 1 status, paving the way for a potential Formula 1 return to Africa.

Lewis Hamilton in conversation

Lewis Hamilton working to get 'dream' South African race on F1 calendar

F1 superstar Lewis Hamilton has revealed he is working hard behind the scenes to get South Africa back on the Formula 1 race calendar.