​Under the visionary leadership of Presidents Emmanuel Macron and William Ruto, Nairobi is set to become the epicentre of an unprecedented economic transformation on 11 and 12 May 2026 as it hosts the Africa Forward 2026 summit, a strategic platform designed to redefine the paradigms of Franco-African cooperation through the lens of decisive action and innovation. This landmark event, which will commence with a high-level Business Forum themed around "Inspire & Connect," invites economic operators, entrepreneurs, and investors to position themselves at the heart of a dynamic ecosystem where tomorrow's partnerships will be forged across critical pillars such as the reform of the international financial architecture, the energy transition, artificial intelligence, and food sovereignty. By bringing together heads of state, industry captains, and the driving forces of global youth, this summit transcends traditional diplomacy to structure sustainable industrial projects and strategic infrastructure, offering a unique opportunity to co-construct inclusive growth and translate shared ambitions into tangible success stories for both continents.