Major win for Kenya after being selected as the host nation for the World Athletics Championship in 2029.
Kenya is preparing for one of the biggest sporting moments in its history after Nairobi was awarded the rights to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships. The event is set to bring the world’s best athletes to African soil for the first time. Kenya defeats the likes of London and Rome in the bid to host the major event.
The country, famous for producing some of the greatest distance runners in history, is now shifting focus to preparations. Plans include modernizing the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, before the set date, as renovations are already ongoing to make it a modern ground.
The country now hopes the championships will inspire a new generation of athletes, attract global visitors, and showcase Africa’s growing influence in international sport. Kenya now faces the challenge of delivering a championship worthy of its reputation.
