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Africa Forward Summit: How young Kenyans view Macron’s charm offensive

The high-profile Africa summit hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron in Nairobi has ended. Much of his attention was directed at Kenya’s young people, who have repeatedly staged fierce protests since 2024 against Kenyan President William Ruto’s economic agenda and police violence.

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Peter Theuri
15. May 2026
French President Emmanuel Macron at the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, Kenya. (picture alliance / Anadolu | Lucas Mukasa)

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Last updated: 15. May 2026

Kenya
Emmanuel Macron
Immigration of skilled workers
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