Africa Matters

The Race to Reintroduce Formula 1 to Africa

Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian Africa has been absent from the Formula 1 calendar for over three decades, leaving a significant void in the sport’s global footprint. While regions like Europe, Asia, and North America boast multiple Grand Prix events, Africa has yet to host one. However, as the continent increasingly demonstrates its ability to organize world-class events, the…

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Hamilton backs Grand Prix in Africa amid Rwanda talks

Seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton on Thursday gave his “100 percent” backing to a Grand Prix in Africa, with Formula One bosses poised for talks over staging a race in Rwanda. “Why are we not on that continent?” Hamilton asked when quizzed about including an African stop on the Grand Prix circuit. F1 chief executive Stefano Domenicali has set up…

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