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Nairobi ready as Africa Netball Cup and Sydney 2027 qualifiers begin

The eight-day championship, running from September 19 to 26, brings together some of Africa’s leading women’s and men’s netball teams, with continental.

By 2026-09-19 06:20:03 0

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Wetang’ula: Nairobi ready to host 2029 World Athletics Championships

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has hailed Kenya’s selection to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships, saying Nairobi

By 2026-09-17 04:27:02 0

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AU Hails Kenya’s Historic World Athletics Hosting Victory

AU Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf has congratulated Kenya after Nairobi was selected to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships.

By 2026-09-16 19:42:02 0

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Absa Bank Kenya celebrates Nairobi’s successful Bid to host 2029 World Athletics Championships

Absa Bank Kenya has congratulated Athletics Kenya, the Ministry of Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports, and the generations of Kenyan athletes whose achievements have helped secure Nairobi's successful bid to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships.

By 2026-09-16 17:26:03 0

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Nairobi’s big task ahead of 2029 World Athletics Championships

Hosting such a championship requires much more than building a stadium.

By 2026-09-16 11:28:05 0

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How much Kenya will spend to host World Athletics Championships in 2029

Nairobi will host the 2029 World Athletics Championships, making history as Africa’s first senior edition host, including Kenya’s $78m government commitment.

By 2026-09-16 10:23:03 0

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Nairobi’s 2029 championships draw cheers, UK criticism

Nairobi beat bids from London and Rome to secure the rights.

By 2026-09-16 09:56:04 0

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Tourism set for major boost as Nairobi lands historic 2029 World Athletics Championships

Kenya's tourism prospects are set for a significant boost following Nairobi's historic selection as host city of the 2029 World Athletics Championships.

By 2026-09-16 06:43:03 0

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How Kenya won its bid for 2029 World Athletics Championships

Nairobi beat London and Rome to the hosting rights, with Munich selected to stage the 2031 edition

By 2026-09-15 18:50:06 0

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UK-based Sports Direct expands to Africa with new outlet in Nairobi

UK sports retailer Sports Direct has launched its first African store in Kenya, focusing on partnerships with local athletes and federations to cultivate sporting talent.

By 2026-09-15 16:32:04 0

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Kenya eyes athletics revival ahead of 2029 World Championships in Nairobi

Kenyan athletes and coaches have welcomed the announcement that Kenya will host the 2029 World Athletics Championships, describing it as a historic opportunity to revive the country’s dominance in global athletics.

By 2026-09-15 15:58:03 0

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Inside Nairobi’s Winning Bid to Beat Rome and London for 2029 World Championships

Nairobi will host the 2029 World Athletics Championships, becoming the first African city to stage senior event. Explore why its bid beat London and Rome.

By 2026-09-15 13:20:03 0

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Nairobi awaits the world with open arms

Nairobi will make history in 2029 as the first African city to host the World Athletics...

By 2026-09-16 03:16:02 0

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Sh2.4m Machakos land fraud suspect arrested after posing as genuine owner

NAIROBI,Kenya, Sep 6-Machakos man who allegedly used a stolen identity, forged title deed and...

By 2026-09-06 12:00:03 0

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Nairobi: 5 Gen Z protesters freed after 102 days in detention

Kirinyaga MP Njeri Maina announces the closure of Makadara court file E3392, freeing five young...

By 2026-09-02 12:00:03 0

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Police launch manhunt over pregnancies of more than 30 learners in Bungoma

Police in Bungoma have launched investigations and a manhunt for suspects believed to have...

By 2026-09-17 21:13:05 0

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Gov’t Issues Warning as Suspected Counterfeit Sensodyne, Nivea Products Are Seized

An enforcement operation in Nairobi's Central Business District has resulted in the seizure of...

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