Why Macron is pushing France for an Africa strategy reset

The Africa Forward Summit, cohosted by France and Kenya, brings together African heads of state and business leaders to discuss AI, renewable energy, infrastructure, and investment. The talks focus on pragmatic partnerships rather than security and patronage, with France offering business networks, technical expertise, and access to European markets. African governments are diversifying partnerships as global powers compete for influence, with France's comparative advantage being its ability to deliver investment, technology, and developmental partnerships.