Pride and excitement as Africa hosts road cycling world championships for the first time Updated 19 mins ago African cyclists have been gearing up for the road world championships in Rwanda, the first time it has been held on their continent. Ronald Yiga and his Fun Cycling Club in Uganda see this as a chance to compete alongside their idols and elevate the sport in their region. The event is expected to attract 7,000 visitors and a global TV audience. Rwanda has invested heavily in cycling, aiming to inspire young talent and boost tourism. However, the country's sporting ambitions also face criticism over alleged human rights abuses and political controversies.

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