Lewis Hamilton urges African unity and sovereignty, pushing for an F1 race on the continent.

Lewis Hamilton, the seven-time Formula One champion and F1’s first Black driver, has renewed his call for African nations to reclaim sovereignty from former colonial powers, emphasizing the continent’s untapped potential and ongoing exploitation. Speaking ahead of the 2026 Australian Grand Prix, he expressed pride in his heritage, citing roots in Togo, Benin, and Ghana, and urged African leaders to unite. He reiterated his long-standing goal to race in Africa before retiring, highlighting Rwanda and South Africa as viable candidates for a Grand Prix, noting the continent remains the only one without a race on the F1 calendar.