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Why no F1 in Africa?

Africa has not hosted an F1 race since 1993, largely due to the immense financial and logistical challenges. Building a purpose-built track, like the one planned for Bugesera, requires huge investment. Securing a long-term deal also demands a stable economic and political environment, which has been difficult to guarantee across the continent.

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