# Ruto hails Nairobi’s historic 2029 World Athletics hosting win

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- CGTN, 2026-09-15 14:56 UTC
- Sports
- Original: https://newsaf.cgtn.com/news/2026-09-15/President-Ruto-hails-Nairobi-s-historic-2029-World-Athletics-win-1QsRTDFlvhu/p.html?UTM_Source=cgtn&UTM_Medium=rss&UTM_Campaign=World

> Kenyan President William Ruto called Nairobi’s selection to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships a historic moment for Kenya and Africa. Kenya will be the first African country to stage the flagship track and field event. World Athletics President Sebastian Coe also welcomed the decision.

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