Formula One to return to Africa with Rwanda Grand Prix

Summary

Formula One is set to return to Africa with an African Grand Prix in Rwanda, according to the reports. ABC says F1 and Rwanda have signed a 10-year deal, while The Japan Times places the return in the early 2030s. France 24 reports that F1 and Rwanda announced the creation of the Grand Prix.

Timeline

1. dw.com

   13 Oct 2026, 11:20 UTCSource ↗

   Deutsche Welle reports that Rwanda will bring Formula 1 back to Africa.

2. abc.net.au

   13 Oct 2026, 22:33 UTCSource ↗

   ABC reports that F1 will return to Africa after signing a 10-year deal with Rwanda.

3. japantimes.co.jp

   14 Oct 2026, 04:37 UTCSource ↗

   The Japan Times reports that Formula One is set to return to Africa in Rwanda in the early 2030s.

4. france24.com

   14 Oct 2026, 10:51 UTCSource ↗

   France 24 reports that F1 and Rwanda announced the creation of an African Grand Prix.