French President Emmanuel Macron used the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi to pitch a new model of partnership between France and African nations, aiming to move beyond colonial-era ties and setbacks in West Africa.
Macron announced €23 billion ($27 billion) in investments focused on energy, digital, and AI, and signed over $1 billion in deals with Kenya. The summit, attended by more than 30 African leaders, marks France's effort to rebrand its role on the continent and build new alliances, especially after losing influence in its former colonies. Macron's visit was marked by controversy when he interrupted and scolded a noisy audience, drawing criticism for perceived 'colonial' behavior.
Despite the awkward moment, France is signaling a strategic pivot to engage Anglophone Africa and counter growing competition from other global powers.
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