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Originally published by KBC SportsSeptember 15, 2026
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Nairobi,Kenya to host 2029 World Athletics Championships becoming first African nation to stage the event
Nairobi has been selected as the host for the 2029 World Athletics Championships, becoming the first African country to host the biennial global event after beating strong bids from London and Rome...
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Nairobi, Kenya has been selected to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships, marking the first time an African nation will stage the prestigious global event. The decision was made by the World Athletics Council.
- This historic hosting opportunity follows Nairobi's successful staging of the World U18 Championships in 2017 and the World U20 Championships in 2021.
- The World Athletics Council, led by its President Sebastian Coe, chose Nairobi over strong bids from London and Rome.
- Kenya demonstrates a high interest in athletics, with 68% of surveyed Kenyans rating their interest as high, significantly above the global average of 39%.
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