Nairobi to Host World Athletics Championships in 2029: A Historic Milestone for Africa and Kenya The news that Nairobi will host the World Athletics Championships in 2029 is a significant milestone for track and field, marking a historic moment for athletics on the African continent.
The city has emerged victorious from a competitive bidding process, beating out London, Munich, and Rome to become the first African hosts of the event.
According to World Athletics president Sebastian Coe, the decision to award Nairobi the 2029 championships was not taken lightly by the council.