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The summit is co-chaired by President William Ruto and French President Emmanuel Macron.

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The summit is co-chaired by President William Ruto and French President Emmanuel Macron.

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  • The summit is co-chaired by President William Ruto and French President Emmanuel Macron.
  • More than 4,000 delegates are expected to attend the two-day conference.
  • The Summit is held under the theme 'Africa Forward: Africa–France Partnerships for Innovation and Growth'.
  • Major roads scheduled for closure include City Hall Way, Parliament Road, Harambee Avenue, and Taifa Road.
  • Temporary traffic disruptions are expected during the summit at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre.
  • The National Police Service is working with relevant agencies to ensure smooth traffic flow during the summit.
  • Kenya is hosting the inaugural Africa Forward Summit 2026 in Nairobi.

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