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Kenya has officially submitted a bid to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships, marking its ambition to become the first African nation to host the event. The decision, which will be made by World Athletics next month, comes amid competition from bids from London, Rome, and Munich.

Athletics Kenya, the national governing body, asserts that the bid is supported by the Kenyan government, promising the necessary organizational framework, security, and modern infrastructure to stage a world-class event. Kasarani Stadium, with a capacity of 48,000, is reportedly the favored venue.

Kenya's athletics prowess is well-documented, with a rich history in middle- and long-distance running, boasting 72 World Championship and 38 Olympic gold medals. Notably, Kenyan athletes hold seventeen world records in both track and road events, including marathons for both men and women. The Kenyan team secured the second position in the overall medal table at the 2022 World Championships in Tokyo, claiming seven gold medals out of their 11 podium finishes.

Kenya has previously hosted notable athletics events such as the 2007 World Cross Country Championships in Mombasa, the World Under-18 Championships in Nairobi (2017), and the World U20 Championships in the capital city (2021). Nairobi also hosted the 2010 African Athletics Championships at Nyayo National Stadium.

Although Kenya missed the opportunity to host the 2025 World Championships, securing the rights to host the 2029 edition would be a significant milestone for the East African nation on the global sporting stage. Kenya is set to co-host the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations football tournament alongside Tanzania and Uganda. In May, Botswana made history by becoming the first African country to host the World Athletics Relays in Gaborone.