Rwanda News News Rwanda » Sports: What F1’s return to Africa means for a continent long overlooked by global sports
Though human rights groups call it sportswashing, analysts say Formula 1’s choice of Rwanda to host its first African race since the 1990s can become a watershed moment for the continent’s sports indu ...
News Rwanda » Sports: F1’s Rwanda race could mark turning point for African sports industry
Analysts said that F1 returning to Rwanda to host its first African race since the 1990s can become a watershed moment for the continent’s sports industry -- if it can deliver lasting development.
News Rwanda » Sports: How to Watch: Rwanda vs Liberia LIVE on beIN SPORTS
Rwanda and Liberia begin their journey toward AFCON 2027 with a Group K clash in Kigali. The Amavubi will look to make home advantage count, while the Lone Star aim to take an important step toward ...
News Rwanda » Sports: A 'landmark' moment - why has Rwanda been chosen to host F1?
How Rwanda has succeeded where Morocco and South Africa, among others, have failed by agreeing a deal to stage the African Grand Prix.
News Rwanda » Sports: What major sports events will Rwanda host in 2026?
Rwanda is scheduled to host several international sports events across different disciplines in 2026. They will include competitions in handball, cycling, football, volleyball, basketball, tennis and ...
News Rwanda » Sports: Formula 1 Set to Return to Africa for the First Time Since 1993 as Rwanda Is Added to the Calendar in ‘Unique’ 10-Year Deal
“Rwanda is proud to host the Formula 1 African Grand Prix, and to share this moment with more than 100 million fans across Africa,” said Rwandan President Paul Kagame ...
News Rwanda » Sports: Rwanda Grand Prix Is About More Than Bringing F1 to Africa
The return of Formula 1 to Africa goes well beyond the excitement that comes with the race itself, making the Rwanda Grand Prix a major stop. The post Rwanda Grand Prix Is About More Than Bringing F1 ...
News Rwanda » Sports: Rwanda: Why International Sports Events Are Already Benefiting Ordinary Rwandans
The average Rwandan may not wear a suit at an international investors' summit or sit courtside at a BAL game, but they are increasingly benefiting from the economic activity, infrastructure, jobs, and ...
News Rwanda » Sports: Congo protests Formula 1's 'indefensible' decision to race in Rwanda
KINSHASA, Congo (AP) — Formula 1 will “polish the image of an authoritarian leader” if it goes ahead with plans to hold an African Grand Prix in Rwanda, the foreign minister of neighboring Congo, ...
News Rwanda » Sports: Formula 1 will return to Africa for first time since 1993 with deal to host Grand Prix in Rwanda
Rwanda will host a Formula 1 race from “the early 2030s” when the series returns to Africa after about 40 years. The African Grand Prix will have a 10-year contract and take place at a track in ...
News Rwanda » Sports: Rwanda shrugs off ‘sportswashing’ criticism in pursuit of a winning development formula
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — He may be the president of a small, landlocked state in central Africa, but Paul Kagame has always had outsize dreams. In recent months, Rwanda’s president has embarked on ...
News Rwanda » Sports: Amnesty accuses F1 of offering Rwanda a 'sportswashing prize' with race deal
Human rights campaigners Amnesty International accused Formula One of hollow words and offering Rwanda a "sportswashing prize" with a 10-year African Grand Prix deal announced on Tuesday.