F1 hasn’t been a part of African culture for 3 decades now, but we are seeing signs of that changing pretty soon. Rwanda is getting ready to host its own F1 Grand Prix in the near future, which has got F1 fans all over Africa, and especially here in Ghana, elated! Join Supercars.com.GH as we take you through everything you need to know about Rwanda’s bid for Formula 1!
This exciting news first broke at the FIA General Assembly held in Rwanda this week, with the president Paul Kagame himself announcing the country’s official bid to bring Formula 1 back to Africa. This is a major development considering F1 hasn’t held a race on the continent since the 1993 South African Grand Prix.
The potential of a Rwandan Grand Prix is particularly thrilling for Ghanaian F1 fans. Imagine the electrifying atmosphere as the world’s fastest cars zip through a brand new, purpose-built track near the Bugesera airport in Kigali. The scenic Rwandan landscape, with its rolling hills, would surely create a breathtaking backdrop for the race.
Furthermore, Lewis Hamilton, the legendary seven-time world champion who recently signed with Ferrari, has been a vocal advocate for an African Grand Prix. He even called Rwanda one of his “favorite places” to visit after exploring the continent this summer. Having his support and potential participation in a Rwandan race would only add to the excitement.
While the 2025 F1 calendar is already set, Rwanda’s bid is a strong contender for a future slot. The recent announcement that the Dutch Grand Prix will be leaving the calendar after 2026 opens a potential spot for a new race in 2027, and this timeframe would also give Rwanda ample time to finalize the track design and construction. Stay tuned to Supercars.com.GH for the latest updates on Rwanda’s F1 bid and everything Formula 1.
