Formula 1 Returns to Africa with Race in Rwanda

• Formula 1 will host its first African race in Rwanda since the 1990s.
• Rwanda President Paul Kagame announced a 10-year deal for an African Grand Prix starting in the early 2030s.
• Human rights groups criticize the event as sportswashing, while analysts see it as a potential watershed moment for Africa's sports industry.
• The race aims to deliver lasting development for the continent if successful.
• The event is expected to boost Rwanda's profile and economy.