Kenya Wins Bid to Host 2027 All-Africa Games After Historic Multinational Proposal

In a landmark decision on June 29, 2025, the African Union Sports Council awarded Kenya the 2027 All-Africa Games—the nation’s first time hosting the continent’s largest multi-sport event. Kenya’s bid, co-submitted with Uganda and Tanzania under the *East Africa United 2027* banner, proposed decentralized hosting: Athletics & Swimming in Nairobi, Football in Dar es Salaam, Cycling in Kampala, and Beach Sports in Mombasa. The AU praised the innovative regional integration model and sustainability plan (90% reuse of existing infrastructure). Estimated economic impact: USD 420 million. President Ruto inaugurated the *Africa Games Delivery Authority*, with youth employment targets of 15,000 temporary jobs. Construction began on the Kasarani Aquatics Centre upgrade in August 2025.