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F1 set for African return with venue located – reports

F1 is set to return to the African continent after nearly four decades as Rwanda becomes the venue for a brand-new GP circuit.

Published: Tuesday, 6 October 2026 at 5:00 PM
F1 set for African return with venue located – reports
Key Things to Know
  • Formula 1 has reportedly reached an agreement to host a Grand Prix in Rwanda near Kigali.
  • The new permanent circuit is expected to be built near Bugesera International Airport and designed by Alex Wurz.
  • The race is slated to join the official Formula 1 calendar no earlier than the 2030 season.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Formula 1 is reportedly preparing to return to the African continent with plans finalized to stage a Grand Prix in Rwanda. According to reports from RacingNews365, an agreement has been reached between key stakeholders to host the race near the capital city of Kigali, marking the sport's first event in Africa since the 1993 South African Grand Prix at Kyalami.

The proposed project involves constructing a new permanent circuit near Bugesera International Airport, with former driver Alex Wurz reportedly designing the layout. Supported by Rwandan President Paul Kagame and long championed by Lewis Hamilton, an official announcement could arrive before year's end, with the race slated to debut no earlier than 2030.

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