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How Kenya won its bid for 2029 World Athletics Championships

Published by BBC News By Rob Stevens - BBC Sport Africa · 15 September 2026 at 20:12
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How Kenya won its bid for 2029 World Athletics Championships
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Kenya's athletics-loving population and improved infrastructure helped Nairobi secure the rights to host the 2029 World Championships, but challenges remain to ensure a successful event.

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