[PHOTOS] Ruto receives French President Macron ahead of Africa Forward Summit

President William Ruto receives his French Counterpart Emmanuel Macron at State House Nairobi on May 10, 2026./PCS

President William Ruto receives his French Counterpart Emmanuel Macron at State House Nairobi on May 10, 2026./PCS

President William Ruto on Sunday welcomed French President Emmanuel Macron at State House, Nairobi, ahead of the highly anticipated Africa Forward Summit at KICC from May 11-12.

Macron’s visit underscores growing diplomatic and economic ties between Kenya and France as leaders gather to discuss Africa’s development, governance and global partnerships.

President William Ruto receives his French Counterpart Emmanuel Macron at State House Nairobi on May 10, 2026./PCS

President William Ruto receives his French Counterpart Emmanuel Macron at State House Nairobi on May 10, 2026./PCS

The French leader is among high-profile international guests attending the summit, which has attracted policymakers, diplomats, scholars and investors from across the continent and beyond.

President William Ruto receives his French Counterpart Emmanuel Macron at State House Nairobi on May 10, 2026./PCS

President William Ruto receives his French Counterpart Emmanuel Macron at State House Nairobi on May 10, 2026./PCS

The meeting between Ruto and Macron is expected to focus on regional cooperation, trade, climate action and investment opportunities in Africa.