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Lewis Hamilton welcomes Formula 1's return to Africa and is ready to extend his career for the Rwanda Grand Prix

Seven-time Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton welcomed the series' decision to return to Africa: last week F1 announced a 10-year agreement with Rwanda, with the race to join the calendar after a circuit is built in the early 2030s. The 41-year-old Ferrari driver said he is ready to extend his career to compete in an African Grand Prix, but also urged that existing concerns about Rwanda should not be ignored.

Sevara Azamova

23 Oct 2026 · 15:582 min read

World

Five EU Countries Prepare Agreement on Migrant Deportation Center in Rwanda

According to AFP, citing diplomatic sources, Germany, Austria, Denmark, Greece and the Netherlands are preparing to conclude an agreement on opening a return center in Rwanda for migrants denied asylum. Final arrangements are expected in the coming weeks, with migrant transfers possible from early 2027.

Sevara Azamova

22 Oct 2026 · 09:342 min read

World

Rwandan Critic of President Kagame Who Fled Rwanda Found Decapitated in Uganda

Former Rwandan army sergeant Robert Kabera, who became a prominent critic of President Paul Kagame on YouTube, has been found dead on the outskirts of Kampala. His head has not been found, and Ugandan police are investigating the killing. Rwandan authorities have not commented on the incident.

Otabek Yusupov

19 Oct 2026 · 18:392 min read

Sport

Formula 1 Returns to Africa: Grand Prix in Rwanda from the Early 2030s and Disputes over 'Sportswashing'

Rwanda has confirmed it will host Formula 1 races from the early 2030s — the first time racing returns to Africa since 1993. The circuit will be built in Bugesera near Kigali International Airport. Human rights activists criticize the choice of the country due to Rwanda's role in the conflict in eastern DR Congo, while South Africa says it could host a race earlier.

Bekzod Nazarov

16 Oct 2026 · 18:543 min read