The upcoming Africa Forward Summit, scheduled for May 11–12 in Nairobi, will focus on developing new financing models and institutional frameworks for African-led security solutions.

• The summit aims to advance "Strategic Autonomy," shifting decision-making power for peace and security to African institutions.
• Key participants will include African leaders, policymakers, civil society actors, and private sector representatives.
• The agenda will broaden the definition of security to include economic instability, climate stress, and governance challenges, with outcomes feeding into the upcoming G7 Summit.