Risks and rewards in France-Kenya partnership

Kenya is hosting the Africa Forward 2026 summit in partnership with France, the first of its kind held outside a Francophone country. The summit, which brings together African leaders and business executives from across the continent and beyond, has sparked criticism at home and abroad. Since President William Ruto took office, Kenya has opened itself up to partnerships with Western countries, positioning itself as the most stable and accessible country in the region. …