Nairobi to host first World Athletics Championships in Africa in 2029 — image accompanying Canadian Running's report. Image accompanying Canadian Running’s report; reduced and presented for news commentary with the attributed report. View the complete source report.
Nairobi, Kenya, will host the 2029 World Athletics Championships, marking the first time the event is held in Africa. This decision follows a compelling bid from the city, which has previously hosted major athletics events.
The selection highlights the growing interest in athletics in Kenya, with a significant percentage of Kenyans showing high interest in the sport. Nairobi's bid was strengthened by its experience in hosting major competitions and ongoing stadium renovations. Read more racing coverage.
World Athletics President Sebastian Coe emphasized the importance of the right host and circumstances for this historic event. The Championships will follow the 2027 event in Beijing and precede the 2031 event in Munich, Germany. Related: Kenya to Host 2029 World Athletics Championships in Nairobi.
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Kenya's capital selected for historic event, marking a significant milestone for the continent. Nairobi, Kenya, will host the 2029 World Athletics Championships, marking the first time the event is held in Africa. This decision follows a compelling bid from the city, which has previously hosted major athletics events.
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Runner World published this brief on September 16, 2026. The underlying Canadian Running report was dated September 15, 2026.
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