Lewis Hamilton calls on African people to 'take countries back' from likes of the BritishFerrari driver Lewis Hamilton has spoken about the prospect of Formula 1 heading to Africa, and the seven-time world champion wants to see the continent break free from its colonisersView 2 Images Lewis Hamilton has spoken out about Formula 1 and Africa (Image: Jayce Illman/Getty Images)Formula 1 icon Lewis Hamilton wants to see Africa break free from the influence of Britain, France, Spain and other nations to reclaim its resources. “I’m really hoping that the people that are running those different countries all unite and come together and take Africa back. On that occasion, the South African Grand Prix took place at Kyalami. It’s something I’m really, really proud of. I’m really proud of that part of the world.”Article continues below

Source: Daily Mirror March 05, 2026 12:04 UTC