Nairobi Triumphs as Host of the 2029 World Athletics Championships, Leaving London Out
The upcoming World Athletics Championships will make history by moving to Africa for the first time, as Nairobi, the capital of Kenya, has been officially selected to stage the 2029 edition. This decision means that London, which had also put forward a strong bid, will not be the venue for the event. Kenya has long been recognised as a powerhouse in long‑distance running, yet it has never before …
Sept. 15, 2026, 11:30 a.m.