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F1 plans African Grand Prix in Rwanda amid controversy
Original: The African Grand Prix: Why F1 is going to Rwanda and why is it controversial?
Formula 1 is moving toward holding a Grand Prix in Rwanda, which would mark the sport's return to Africa for the first time since the South African races. The plans are drawing scrutiny, with critics questioning the decision given concerns over Rwanda's human rights record and its alleged involvement in the conflict in eastern DR Congo.
Why now: Formula 1's planned return to Africa after three decades is a major sporting story made contentious by Rwanda's political controversies.
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- The African Grand Prix: Why F1 is going to Rwanda and why is it controversial? · The New York Times
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