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Kenya : Nairobi to host Africa-France Summit in May 2026

On May 11-12, 2026, Nairobi will host the Africa-France Summit, the first in an English-speaking African country. Emmanuel Macron and William Ruto confirmed the event on the UN sidelines. The goal: boost innovation, investment, and economic partnerships, signaling France’s intent to expand ties beyond its traditional francophone sphere.