Mining veterans backing Cape Town’s F1 dream refuse to back down as Rwanda lands Grand Prix deal
A South African consortium led by former Sibanye-Stillwater executive chairman Neal Froneman is pressing ahead with plans to bring Formula 1 racing back to Cape Town, targeting a 2031 debut despite Rwanda securing an agreement to host a Grand Prix.
By Adekunle AgbetiloyeSouth Africa

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- October 15, 2026
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- Adekunle Agbetiloye
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