Tuesday, June 23, 2026

Kenya

May 15, 2026

Tinubu arrives Lagos after France, Kenya, Rwanda visit

Mr Tinubu is expected to participate in the APC primary elections scheduled to begin on Saturday.

President Bola Tinubu
May 14, 2026

Group criticises rising exports of Kenya’s wildlife as more than 870,000 animals enter global trade 

The group said 93% of animal exports from Kenya were commercial and largely destined for North America, Europe, and Asia.

World Animal Protection (WAP)
May 14, 2026

France seeks stronger partnership with Africa at Kenyan summit

Nicolas Forissier, France’s minister delegate for foreign trade and economic attractiveness, says France is eager to build a win-win partnership with Africa.

2026 Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, Kenya
May 14, 2026

Tinubu hails outcome of 10th France-Nigeria business council meeting

Mr Tinubu welcomed the signing between Accor and Shoreline Group for Nigeria’s first national hotel platform.

Africa Forward Summit
May 13, 2026

CSOs condemn France-sponsored Kenya summit, allege exploitation of Africa

During the summit, President Emmanuel Macron announced a €23 billion investment. 

Macron
May 13, 2026

Tinubu seeks global financial reform for Africa’s growth, endorses Nairobi Declaration

“Governance has de-risked Nigeria’s maritime proposition. We now invite partners to build on these gains,” said Mr Tinubu.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu
May 13, 2026

I will continue to borrow responsibly; Nigeria not asking for charity: Tinubu

The president disclosed that in 2026, Nigeria would spend about $11.6 billion on debt service — nearly half of projected revenue.

President Bola Tinubu and Kashim Shettima
May 12, 2026

Cote d’Ivoire to open embassy in Kenya

President Alassane Ouattara decided to open an embassy in Kenya as Cote d’Ivoire and Kenya move to strengthen bilateral cooperation.

President of Cote D'ivoire
May 12, 2026

Africa is world’s youngest, fastest-growing continent, says Macron

French President Emmanuel Macron says Africa is the world’s youngest and fastest-growing continent, stressing the need for greater investment to strengthen its sovereignty.

French President Emmanuel Macron
May 11, 2026

Dangote eyes Kenya for 650,000bpd refinery in East Africa

Mr Dangote is targeting Mombasa, Kenya, as the site for his 650,000-barrel-per-day refinery in East Africa, a project estimated to cost between $15 billion and $17 billion.

Aliko Dangote