Africa will have the highest number of nationalities at the upcoming UCI Road World Championships coming to the continent for the first time.

According to Rwanda’s Minister of Sports, Nelly Mukazayire, 38 out of the 110 participating countries are from Africa. The championships will take place in Kigali from September 21 to 28.

"Nations representing Africa form one of the largest groups. This highlights the continent’s growing presence in global cycling,” said Mukazayire.

Following Africa are Europe with 35 countries, the Americas with 20, Asia with 16, and Oceania with three.

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Ahead of the eight-day competition, the majority of African riders have been training in Bugesera, preparing for what promises to be a landmark event for the continent and Rwanda in particular.

The 2025 edition is expected to set new global records, with the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) projecting a cumulative television audience of over 330 million viewers worldwide.

Kigali’s event will also make history with the inclusion of first-ever Women’s Under-23 road race, and unique indoor start at BK Arena, with the championship concluding in an individual time trial.