By CS Sen. Mutahi Kagwe As the Africa Forward Summit (AFS) 2026 convenes in Nairobi starting today, the spotlight is likely to be on the heads of States and government officials present, the investment deals consummated, protocols signed, and new continental initiatives started. But for me, the key highlight will be the discernible shift in
President William Ruto held talks with President Emmanuel Macron of France and witnessed the signing of 11 instruments between our two nations at State House, Nairobi, on Sunday, May 10. 2026. In a statement after the meeting, Ruto said the deals include the rehabilitation and modernisation of the Nairobi Central Station to the Embakasi Rail
The Africa Forward Summit “Africa–France Partnerships for Innovation and Growth” will bring together Heads of State and Government, development partners, private sector leaders and innovators. The Summit will focus on strengthening Africa–France cooperation in innovation, investment and sustainable growth. The Summit will be co-hosted by H.E. William Samoei Ruto, C.G.H., President of the Republic of