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Formula 1 returns to Africa with a ten-year deal in Rwanda
The top series announces a 10-year agreement with Kigali, bringing the African continent back into the spotlight after years away.
14 October 2026 1 min read 0 views
Formula 1 has officially signed a long-term agreement with Rwanda, paving the way for a possible return of the World Championship to Africa. The ten-year deal is linked to Kigali and marks a historic step for the series, which has been absent from the continent for a long time.
For Italy and European fans, this is a strategic shift: F1 keeps expanding its global footprint, targeting new markets and an increasingly international calendar. The race date will be announced later.