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  "id": 7521668,
  "title": "Kenya confirmed hosts of World Athletics Championships 2029",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/15/kenya-confirmed-hosts-of-world-athletics-championships-2029",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-15T09:45:35.000Z",
  "source": {
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    "url": "https://www.myjoyonline.com/kenya-confirmed-hosts-of-world-athletics-championships-2029/"
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  "summary": "Kenya has been named the host city for the 2029 World Athletics Championships, with Nairobi set to become the first African city to host the prestigious event. The decision was made during the World Athletics Council meeting in Budapest on September 14-15, with Munich, Germany, set to host the 2031 championships. This marks a significant milestone for African athletics, as Africa will now be the first continent to host the full World Athletics Championships. Nairobi's Kasarani Stadium, currently undergoing renovations, will serve as the centerpiece of the event. The selection of Nairobi was bolstered by the city's reputation as a major athletics hub, with its rich track record and a high interest in athletics among Kenyans. World Athletics President Sebastian Coe emphasized the historic significance of the decision, stating that it would be a momentous occasion for the sport and a testament to Kenya's thriving athletics culture.",
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        "title": "Nairobi and Munich to host 2029 and 2031 World Athletics Championships",
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        "title": "Nairobi to host 2029 world athletics championships in African first",
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        "outlet": "KahawaTungu",
        "title": "Kenya to host 2029 World Athletics Championships in African first",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/15/kenya-to-host-2029-world-athletics-championships-in-african-first-7536293",
        "published": "2026-09-15T10:43:42.000Z"
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        "outlet": "Punch Nigeria",
        "title": "Kenya to host 2029 World Athletics Championships in African first",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/15/kenya-to-host-2029-world-athletics-championships-in-african-first-7542961",
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