Nairobi to host World Athletics Championships in 2029 in first African edition
- Nairobi will host the 2029 World Athletics Championships, becoming the first African city to stage the event.
- Nairobi beat bids from London and Rome to secure hosting rights for the global athletics championship.
- The event will be held at Nairobi’s Kasarani Stadium, which is undergoing renovations ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.
- Kenya has previously hosted the World U18 Championships in 2017 and World U20 Championships in 2021.
Source: wionews.com
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