Africa Summit win for Kenya and continent, but on whose terms?

Macron announced 23 billion euros, equivalent to Sh3.5 trillion, in commitments at the Africa Forward Summit...

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The Africa Forward Summit in Kenya saw French President Emmanuel Macron announce €23 billion (approx. Sh3.5 trillion) in commitments for African development.

Most important fact: Sh3.5 trillion in French commitments announced for Africa across sectors like energy, agriculture, and AI.
Key people/organizations: President William Ruto of Kenya and President Emmanuel Macron of France.
Notable detail: Kenya's cancellation of a highway contract previously awarded to a French-led firm, highlighting a shift towards negotiating terms of *partnership* over mere *investment*.

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