After losing influence in West Africa, France seeks a regional reset at Kenya summit
9 May 2026, 08:21 GMT
By FRANCE 24
Topic: Africa
Source URL: https://www.france24.com/en/africa/20260509-after-losing-influence-in-west-africa-france-seeks-a-regional-reset-at-kenya-summit
Seeking to rebuild French influence in Africa after a series of setbacks in former West African colonies, France will co-host a summit in Kenya next week aimed at strengthening political, security and economic ties with a range of African partners.