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From Right, the University of Nairobi VC Prof. Margaret Hutchinson, French President Emmanuel Macron, President William Ruto, UoN Chancellor Prof. Patrick Verkooijen, Education CS Juius Ogamba, and Prime CS Musalia Mudavadi during youth engagement at the university on May 11, 2026. [Jenipher Wachie, Standard]
President William Ruto and French President Emmanuel Macron have unveiled an ambitious Kenya-France partnership targeting education reforms, youth employment and innovation as part of efforts to prepare Africa’s workforce for the digital economy.
The two leaders spoke during the “Africa Forward: Future Makers” session at the University of Nairobi, where they engaged students, innovators, entrepreneurs and creatives attending the ongoing Africa Forward Summit 2026.
The discussions focused on improving education outcomes, expanding technical and scientific training, strengthening innovation ecosystems and creating jobs for Africa’s rapidly growing youth population.
