Overview
- World Athletics, which confirmed the decision Tuesday, awarded Nairobi the 2029 world championships and Munich the 2031 edition while Beijing remains host for 2027.
- Nairobi's winning bid leaned on a planned overhaul of Kasarani Stadium tied to AFCON 2027 and the city's prior experience hosting junior and cross‑country world events.
- The city beat competing bids from London, Rome and Munich after World Athletics council members described all offers as strong and promising for the sport's growth.
- The award recognizes Kenya's central role in distance running but also comes after recent high‑profile doping sanctions, including Ruth Chepng'etich's three‑year ban, increasing calls for stronger anti‑doping oversight.
- Organizers say the championships are a legacy opportunity expected to boost grassroots athletics, tourism and local jobs, but delivery will depend on timely stadium upgrades, security, housing and upgraded testing and governance systems.