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Nairobi to host, in 2029, the first World Athletics Championships in Africa

Diário de Viseu15 September 2026 at 13:15

World Athletics announced that Nairobi, capital of Kenya, will host the 2029 World Athletics Championships, marking the first time this competition is held on the African continent. This decision represents a historic milestone for world athletics.

The choice of Nairobi for 2029 is followed by the selection of Munich, in Germany, to host the 2031 edition of the championship. This sequence of announcements was made by World Athletics today.

Kenya is widely recognized as a world powerhouse in athletics, especially in long-distance and middle-distance events, having produced some of the most decorated athletes in history. Hosting the World Championships in Nairobi reinforces the country's importance in the international sports scene.

Why this matters

This decision marks a historic milestone for the African continent, which has never hosted the World Athletics Championships. Kenya, a country with a strong tradition in elite athletics, could benefit from increased tourism and investment in sports infrastructure.

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