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Africa Forward Inspire & Connect | Business Forum | May 2026
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Nairobi, Kenya
More than 2,000 African and European business leaders, investors and public decision-makers will gather in Nairobi on May 11, 2026, for the Africa Forward Inspire & Connect business forum.
The Africa Forward Inspire & Connect business forum will open the summit jointly organized by France and Kenya on May 11 and 12, 2026, titled “Africa Forward: Partnerships between Africa and France for Innovation and Growth”. The summit will bring together the President of the French Republic, the President of the Republic of Kenya and African heads of state and government.
The May 11 business forum will highlight the depth of Franco-African economic partnerships by showcasing projects, innovations and initiatives led by the private sector. The day will feature key sessions focused on youth and on job-creating sectors such as sports and the cultural and creative industries, with a strong emphasis on concrete success stories.
Africa Forward Inspire & Connect is a co-organized event by Bpifrance, Business France, and Proparco (AFD Group), under the High Patronage of Mr. Emmanuel Macron, President of the French Republic, and Mr. William Ruto, President of the Republic of Kenya.
More information about the Africa Forward Inspire & Connect forum
Discover the program and speakers of the Africa Forward Inspire & Connect business forum on the event website. You will also find practical information and the registration form.
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