Kigali, Aug. 13 -- Rwanda is gearing up to make history as it hosts the 2025 UCI Road World Championships from September 21 to 28 in the country's capital Kigali -- marking the first time the prestigious cycling event will take place on African soil.

The announcement, shared Wednesday on the government's official social media account, expressed the nation's excitement about welcoming the world's elite cyclists to race through the vibrant streets of the capital.

"Kigali is excited to host the world's top cyclists as they compete in this landmark event," the statement said.

To ensure a safe and seamless competition, the authorities will implement temporary road closures along designated race routes at specific times during the week-lon...