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F1, Rwanda announce creation of African Grand Prix

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Rwanda announced a decade-long deal to host Africa's first Formula One Grand Prix in the early 2030s, marking a significant return to the sport after a 1993 hiatus. The event is scheduled to take place in the early 2030s following a circuit announcement on Tuesday. Human rights groups have criticized the initiative as a potential 'sportswashing' strategy to improve the nation's image.

Key points

• Rwanda secured a decade-long deal with the F1 circuit to host Africa's first Grand Prix in the early 2030s.
• Amnesty International accused the F1 of offering Rwanda a 'sportswashing prize' for its image enhancement efforts.

Context and limitations

Coverage is limited to the announcement of the deal and the specific criticism from Amnesty International regarding the event's purpose.

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