President Emmanuel Macron is traveling to Nairobi, Kenya, to participate in the Africa Forward Summit on May 10-11, 2026.
During this summit, Macron intends to promote a new partnership model between France and Africa, emphasizing collaboration over traditional influence.
This visit marks a significant effort by France to redefine its relationship with African nations, focusing on mutual benefits in various sectors.
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Update at 02:10 UTC on 2026-05-11
France 24 reported French President Emmanuel Macron began a visit to Kenya on Sunday ahead of the Africa Forward Summit, where he will promote France’s new approach to Africa based on partnership rather than influence. The gathering comes amid France’s milita.
Sources: France 24