France is hosting its first Africa summit in an English-speaking country outside its traditional partners, with the two-day meeting beginning May 11 in Nairobi focusing on security, economic investment, and green energy. The shift reflects France's efforts to reposition itself in Africa after losing influence in Francophone West African nations due to military coups and anti-French sentiment.
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France is hosting its first Africa summit in an English-speaking country outside its traditional partners, with the two-day meeting beginning May 11 in Nairobi focusing on security, economic investment, and green energy. The shift reflects France's efforts to reposition itself in Africa after losing influence in Francophone West African nations due to military coups and anti-French sentiment.