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President Paul Kagame voiced his enthusiasm for bringing Formula 1 back to Africa, emphasizing Rwanda’s readiness and commitment to hosting a Grand Prix. 

F1 in Rwanda: A gateway to opportunities for African youth

Tuesday, March 25, 2025
Rwandan rapper Ish Kevin is looking to explore a new adventure into motorsport starting with the Sprint Rally which is taking place at the end of March-courtesy
Music

Family tradition: Ish Kevin ventures into rally driving

Wednesday, March 12, 2025
If successful, Rwanda would host Africa's first F1 race since 1993, but it faces competition from other nations
Rwanda

Could Rwanda be Formula One’s next destination?

Tuesday, January 14, 2025
Addressing journalists on Thursday, President Kagame has expressed his optimism about Rwanda’s recent bid to host the prestigious Formula One Grand Prix. Photo by Village Urugwiro

Kagame on Rwanda's bid to host F1 Grand Prix

Thursday, January 09, 2025
Rwandan driver Queen Kalimpinya has withdrawn from what would have been her first race out of Rwanda, citing health concert-courtesy
Other Sports

Kalimpinya cancels racing in Uganda amid health concerns  

Wednesday, December 25, 2024
Rwandan visual artist Dolph Banza for three months worked with FIA to come up with the visuals to be displayed in the background during the awards ceremony.

Meet Dolph Banza, the visionary behind FIA awards' visuals

Monday, December 23, 2024
President Paul Kagame and other dignitaries pose for a group photo with awards winners at the glamorous awards presentation gala at BK Arena on Friday, December 13. Courtesy

Rwanda's F1 Grand Prix bid comes with opportunities and challenges

Friday, December 20, 2024
FIA Awards gala on Friday truly underscored Rwanda’s capabilities when given the platform to shine. courtesy

FIA Awards: Rwanda is on right path to become a sports hub

Thursday, December 19, 2024
South African sports commentator Robert Marawa backs Rwanda to host a Formula One Grand Prix-courtesy
Other Sports

Rwanda’s F1 Grand Prix bid is worth it —SA’s Robert Marawa

Tuesday, December 17, 2024
President Paul Kagame and other dignitaries pose for a group photo with awards winners at the glamorous awards presentation gala at BK Arena on Friday, December 13. Courtesy

When FIA came to Kigali – another win for optimism and can-do spirit

Monday, December 16, 2024
Formula One 2024 champion and Red Bull star Max Verstappen (L) receives a trophy from President Paul Kagame (C) at the FIA Awards ceremony held at BK Arena in Kigali on Friday, December 13-Village Urugwiro
Other Sports

Max Verstappen leads the way at FIA Awards gala

Saturday, December 14, 2024
Rwandan Rally driver Queen Kalimpinya poses for a photo with British Formula One star Lando Norris-courtesy

Kalimpinya commends ‘growing presence’ of women in Rwandan motorsport

Saturday, December 14, 2024