“For the very first time, the FIA General Assembly is being held in Africa. This is an important milestone, which signals the goal of the motorsport industry to connect directly with fans and aspiring drivers in Africa.

All over the world, motorsport is recognized for its elite performance, focus on safety, and cutting-edge technology. Behind these high standards, is the stewardship and governance of FIA and its member organizations, which guide the future of racing. I would like to commend FIA’s sustainability initiatives.  Formula E is a good example, where we are seeing the development of electric vehicle technology.

In Rwanda, we are pleased to be working closely with the Federation to develop a cross-car manufacturing facility. With the FIA’s blueprint, students from Rwanda Polytechnic produced a low-cost prototype, the first of its kind, which I was happy to see last night. This highlights the importance of a skilled workforce to unlock more career pathways in motorsport in Africa, such as engineering and design.

I am happy to formally announce that Rwanda is bidding to bring the thrill of racing back to Africa, by hosting a Formula 1 Grand Prix.

A big thank you to Stefano Domenicali, and the entire team at Formula 1, for the good progress in our discussions so far. I assure you that we are approaching this opportunity with the seriousness and commitment, which it deserves. Together, we will build something we can all be proud of.” President Kagame | Opening of FIA General Assemblies.