Athletics Kenya will kick off the 2026 track and field season this weekend with an opening meeting at the Mumias Sports Complex, an early start aimed at preparing the country’s athletes for a dominant showing at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland.
According to Athletics Kenya, the early launch scheduled for November 7–8, 2025 is part of a broader strategy to ensure athletes are in peak form ahead of the major international competitions.
“Athletics Kenya will kickstart the 2026 track and field season with its opening meeting in Mumias on November 7th and 8th, 2025, officially setting the stage for the 2026 track and field season,” the Federation said in a statement today.
The season will feature a mix of open and invitational meets, culminating in two premium, invitation-only events designed to attract elite competition and boost national rankings.
The open series begins in Mumias before moving to Thika Stadium (January 16–17), Kapsabet Stadium (March 14–16), and Afraha Stadium (March 27–28). The premium legs are set for Nyayo National Stadium (May 8–9) and Ulinzi Sports Complex (May 29–30).
AK said the structured calendar is designed to give athletes consistent competition opportunities while fine-tuning their performance ahead of the Glasgow Games.
“Athletics Kenya remains committed to providing a structured and competitive platform for athletes ahead of major international championships,” the Federation emphasised.
Kenya will be seeking to improve on its impressive performance from the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, where it finished third in athletics with 20 medals: six gold, five silver, and nine bronze.
Gold medallists in Birmingham included Ferdinand Omanyala (100m), Wyclife Kinyamal (800m), Abraham Kibiwot (3,000m steeplechase), Mary Moraa (800m), Beatrice Chebet (5,000m), and Jackline Chepkoech (3,000m steeplechase).
Athletics Kenya expressed optimism that the early start and enhanced competition structure would set the tone for another dominant campaign.
“The 2026 track and field series will not only enhance athlete preparedness for the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow but also strengthen the country’s dominance in athletics by offering consistent, high-quality competition opportunities throughout the season,” Athletics Kenya noted.
By Anita Omwenga
